> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://resend.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Does Resend require production approval?

> Learn about production access and account limitations on Resend.

No, Resend does **not** require production approval. All accounts, including free accounts, have immediate production access from the moment you sign up.

## Free accounts have production access

Free accounts on Resend have full production access immediately. There is no sandbox mode, no approval process, and no waiting period. You can start sending transactional emails to your customers right away.

<Info>
  Resend does not limit free accounts or require authorization to send
  production emails. All accounts have the same production capabilities from day
  one.
</Info>

## Common misconceptions

Some users may think they need production approval if:

* **DNS records aren't generated yet**: If you've added a domain but haven't completed DNS verification, the domain will show as "Pending" until you add the required DNS records. Once you add and verify your DNS records, the domain will show as verified and you can send from that domain.

* **Coming from other email services**: Some email service providers do require production approval or have sandbox modes. Resend does not have these restrictions.

## Getting started

To start sending emails with Resend:

1. [Sign up for a Resend account](https://resend.com/signup)
2. [Add and verify your domain](https://resend.com/domains)
3. [Create an API key](https://resend.com/api-keys)
4. Start sending emails immediately

If you're having trouble with domain verification or DNS records, see our [domain verification troubleshooting guide](/knowledge-base/what-if-my-domain-is-not-verifying) or check our [DNS setup guides](/knowledge-base/introduction) for your specific DNS provider.