> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.certinext.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.certinext.io/documentation/certificate-lifecycle-management/ordering-a-certificate/as-a-customer/ordering-smime-certificates/phase-1-steps.md).

# Phase 1 Steps

This phase covers everything you do inside the CERTInext portal - from selecting your product to making payment. There are six steps.