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

# How to Setup an Environment

> Step-by-step guide to setting up an Environment

## Overview

This guide walks you through the process of creating and configuring an environment in Cloudsania. Environments are isolated spaces where you can deploy and manage your applications.

<Note>
  **Prerequisites**

  1. You have a Project create using Deverloper or Professional mode.

  2. You have an active [Cloud Connector](/cloud-connectors/cloud-connectors)
</Note>

#### Video Tutorial: Creating an Environment in Cloudsania

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#### Step-by-Step Guide

1. Navigate to the 'Projects' module from the side nav bar
2. Locate the project you want to create an environment for
3. Click on the 'view' icon next to the project name to access the project details

![Project Selection](https://api.monosnap.com/file/download?id=RAH5MnbY5xswcUa9M9eOOp7vlgfQss)

4. On the project details page, click 'New Environment' button

![Create Environment](https://api.monosnap.com/file/download?id=Imt33B1nTobuNTqfb0PAlvH9JX9fKz)

5. Select your preferred Environment from the list of [pre-configured environments](/environments/environments#environment-types):

6. Click 'Continue' to proceed

![Environment Type](https://api.monosnap.com/file/download?id=hR9kdxvQUTt7zSCEKUaaNF10U8qVTm)

7. Define your Environment Settings

   * Set the Visibility Scope:
     * Public – Accessible to a wider audience or team
     * Private – Restricted to specific users or internal teams

   * Choose your preferred Cloud Provider: If "AWS", select your AWS Region

8. Click 'Continue' to proceed

![Environment Settings](https://api.monosnap.com/file/download?id=xdGwk47f8Vn2v823KLnc5rZgSQcf1A)

9. Select your active Cloud Connector

10. Click the "Finish Setup" button to complete the environment setup.

![Cloud Connector](https://api.monosnap.com/file/download?id=m6RI54b89ff8PAx6BzzS8nWXKYjyQs)

11. Your environment will appear on the "Environments" page.

### Next Steps

Click 'View Environment' to access your Environment to begin provisioning your infrastructure.

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