> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://open-carbon-protocol.gitbook.io/ocp-handbook/registry/opening-and-closing-an-account.md). # Opening and Closing an Account ## Opening an Account The OCP has two types of accounts: * **Expert Accounts**: can propose methodologies and be assigned to methodology expert feedback panels. * **Registry Accounts**: can own, transfer and retire credits. Must have gone through [KYB](/ocp-handbook/governance/know-your-business-kyb-anti-money-laundering-aml-anti-bribery-and-corruption-abc.md). Sub-account types include: * **Project Developers**: can do everything a registry account can do, and [propose new projects](broken://pages/sgtuLHCRnUMus8cZTuQg). * **VVB/Auditor**: can do everything a registry account can do, and perform [project validation and data verification](/ocp-handbook/projects/third-party-validation-and-verification.md). Organizations must apply for this role and complete onboarding - [more information on requirements and the application and onboarding process is available here](/ocp-handbook/projects/third-party-validation-and-verification/working-as-a-vvb-on-the-ocp.md#application-requirements-including-accreditation). * **Sub-Registry Accounts**: can do everything a registry account can do, and assign Beneficial Ownership of credits to a third-party organization (not an individual) after conducting KYB on all beneficial owners. Sub-Registry Accounts retain the right to transfer ownership to other users or beneficial owners, but they must notify the OCP before recording this in the registry and pay the applicable fees. Organizations must apply for this role. Both types of accounts must sign-up through the OCP Platform and accept the OCP [Terms of Service](https://pilot.ocp.earth/terms-and-conditions). Registry Accounts must represent a business or an organization, not an individual, and must not act on behalf of or as an agent of any other third-party organization. ## Closing an Account A User may close their account at any time by submitting a written request to OCP through the Platform or via the designated contact provided on the OCP website. The OCP will close the account within 30 calendar days. Prior to account closure, the following conditions must be satisfied: * All pending Project submissions, validation activities, or credit transactions associated with the account must be completed, withdrawn, or otherwise resolved to OCP's reasonable satisfaction. * Any credits held in the account must be transferred or retired prior to closure. OCP shall not be responsible for any credits remaining in an account at the time of closure. * Any outstanding fees, charges, or obligations owed to OCP must be settled in full. * After 30 Calendar Days, the User's access to the Platform and all associated tools will be revoked. * All Project data, credit records, and transaction history associated with the account will be retained by OCP in accordance with its data retention obligations and applicable law. All public records shall remain accessible on the OCP registry. All other project data for audit, regulatory, and program integrity purposes shall be retained by the OCP. * On-chain records of credit issuance, transfer, and retirement associated with the account will remain permanently recorded on the Celo blockchain and cannot be deleted or altered. * Closure of an account does not relieve the User of any obligations or liabilities that arose prior to the date of closure, including any outstanding fees or obligations to third parties arising from Project activity.\ Any credits not transferred, retired or canceled in User inventory will be transferred to oneshot.earth OCP reserves the right to close or suspend an account, with or without notice, in any of the circumstances listed in the [OCP Terms of Service](https://pilot.ocp.earth/terms-and-conditions), clause 2.7. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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