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This page describes how to apply to join HCoop.

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= Status =

Membership is currently '''CLOSED'''.

We are currently not accepting new applications.  There are a few issues that need to be resolved first.  The main blocker is that the HCoop Portal needs to have some essential features added.

 * [https://bugzilla.hcoop.net/show_bug.cgi?id=263 Create a new member add script for the portal]
 * Migrate hcoop-announce mailing list to new servers and [https://bugzilla.hcoop.net/show_bug.cgi?id=252 make the create-user script add new members to it]

If you would like to be notified when we are ready to accept applications, please send email to [[MailTo(webmaster AT hcoop DOT net)]].

= Instructions =

When membership is in an "OPEN" status, the following instructions apply.

 * Visit [http://join.hcoop.net/], click on the right online membership form for you.  Then fill out and submit the form.
 * Wait two days or so for the board to respond to your request.
 * Once accepted, read the [:MemberManual/GettingStarted/NewMember:New Member page] for instructions on what to do now.
 * After that, read MemberManual, especially the [:MemberManual/GettingStarted:Getting Started] chapter.