# Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Find quick answers to commonly asked questions about the fully managed Ghostfolio cloud offering in our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section.

How do I start? You can sign up via the Get Started button at the top of the page. You have multiple options to join Ghostfolio: Create an account with a security token or Google Sign. We will guide you to set up your portfolio. Will you spam me with emails once I sign up? No, we do not even collect your email address, so you will not receive any spam emails from us. Is it really free? Yes, it is! Our pricing page details everything you get for free. What is Ghostfolio Premium? Ghostfolio Premium is a fully managed Ghostfolio cloud offering for ambitious investors. Revenue is used to cover the costs of the hosting infrastructure and to fund ongoing development. It is the Open Source code base with some extras like the markets overview and a professional data provider. Can I start with a trial version? Yes, you can try Ghostfolio Premium by signing up for Ghostfolio and applying for a trial (see Membership). It is easy, free and there is no commitment. You can stop using it at any time. How can I get a student discount for Ghostfolio Premium? Request your student discount here with your university e-mail address. Does the Ghostfolio Premium subscription renew automatically? No, Ghostfolio Premium does not include auto-renewal. Upon expiration, you can choose whether to start a new subscription. @if (user?.subscription?.type === 'Premium') { I cannot find my broker in the list of platforms. What can I do? Please send an e-mail with the web address of your broker to hi@ghostfol.io and we are happy to add it. } Which devices are supported? Ghostfolio works in every modern web browser on smartphones, tablets and desktop computers. For Android users of the managed cloud offering, there is a dedicated Ghostfolio app available in the Google Play Store. What is the best approach to managing backups? It is suggested to regularly back up your data via My Ghostfolio → Export Data. Got any other questions? Please join the Ghostfolio Slack community, post to @ghostfolio_ @if (user?.subscription?.type === 'Premium') { , send an e-mail to hi@ghostfol.io } or start a discussion at GitHub.