Who this article is for
Lot owners setting up Cohabit for the first time
Owners who are also a committee member for their building
Where you can sign up
You can create a Cohabit Owner profile on:
A desktop browser
A mobile browser (iOS or Android)
The Cohabit iOS app (from the Apple App Store)
There’s no Android app yet, but Android users can fully access Cohabit in a mobile browser like Chrome or Firefox.
(Screenshot: Cohabit open in a mobile browser on a phone)
(Screenshot: Cohabit app listing in the Apple App Store)
Before you start
You’ll need:
A valid email address
A valid mobile phone number
Access to your email inbox and phone (to receive 4-digit verification codes)
You can also sign up using Google, Apple or Facebook, but the core steps below describe the standard email sign-up flow.
Step-by-step: signing up as an owner
Step 1 – Enter your email and verify it
Open Cohabit (web or iOS app).
On the welcome/sign-up screen, enter your email address.
We’ll send a 4-digit code to that email.
Enter the 4-digit code in Cohabit to verify your email.
(Screenshot: screen asking for email)
(Screenshot: screen to enter 4-digit email verification code)
Your email becomes your login ID for Cohabit.
Step 2 – Enter your phone number and verify it
Enter your mobile phone number.
We’ll send a 4-digit SMS code to that number.
Enter the code in Cohabit to verify your phone.
(Screenshot: screen asking for mobile phone number)
(Screenshot: screen to enter 4-digit SMS code)
We use your phone number to help keep your account secure and confirm it’s really you.
Step 3 – Create a password and accept terms
Create a password for your Cohabit account.
Confirm the password by typing it again.
Tick the checkbox to agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Click Continue or Next.
(Screenshot: password creation screen with confirm password + T&Cs/Privacy checkbox)
Step 4 – Add your name
Next, you’ll be asked for your name.
Enter the name you want to use in Cohabit.
This name may be shown to strata managers, experts and other users you interact with through Cohabit.
(Screenshot: profile details screen with a “Name” field and helper text like “This is how you’ll appear in Cohabit”)
Step 5 – Choose what best describes you
You’ll now be asked what best describes you as an owner. Here you can choose:
Owner
Committee member
If you sit on your building’s committee (e.g. Owners Corporation / body corporate committee), choose Committee member. Otherwise, choose Owner.
(Screenshot: screen with options “Owner” and “Committee member”, with one selected)
This helps Cohabit show you the right tools and building information.
Step 6 – Connect to your building and lot
Now you’ll connect your profile to your building and your lot (unit).
Search for your building by address or name.
Select your building from the results.
Choose your lot from the list of lots in that building (e.g. Lot 12).
(Screenshot: building search screen with address entered)
(Screenshot: building selected and a list of lots showing Lot numbers)
If you can’t find your lot in the list, click the “I can’t find my lot” link.
You’ll be guided through the next steps so we can help match your ownership correctly.
(Screenshot: lot selection screen with “I can’t find my lot” link visible)
Step 7 – Choose whether to track levies and notices through Cohabit
You’ll next be asked if you want Cohabit to help you track your levies and notices.
Choose Yes or No when asked if you want to track levies and notices through Cohabit.
If you choose No:
You can continue using Cohabit for building insights and records without levy tracking.
If you choose Yes:
You’ll be asked to upload a levy notice.
This helps Cohabit configure your owner profile so levies and building notices can be tracked correctly for your lot.
(Screenshot: screen asking “Do you want to track levies and notices in Cohabit?” with Yes/No options)
(Screenshot: upload area with “Upload levy notice” and a sample levy notice preview)
Step 8 – Start your Building Intelligence trial
Next, you’ll see an option to start your Cohabit Building Intelligence trial.
Cohabit Building Intelligence is an ongoing service that:
Keeps your building’s information and insights up to date
Reviews and updates key records and data periodically
Refreshes the Building Health Score as new information becomes available
Highlights changes or new risks over time
As an owner, you’ll get a free trial (e.g. first 3 months) of Building Intelligence for your building (exact availability may depend on your building setup).
Read the short summary of what Building Intelligence includes.
Click to start your free trial if available.
(Screenshot: Building Intelligence trial screen with summary points and “Start free trial” button)
You can continue to use Cohabit even after the trial ends, but ongoing Building Intelligence provides a more continuous view of your building’s health.
Step 9 – You’re all set – explore your building profile
Once you’ve finished these steps, your Owner profile is fully set up and connected.
On the final screen, you’ll see a confirmation that you’re all set up with prompts to:
Explore your building profile
View high-level building information and available documents
See any Building Health Score or Building Intelligence info (where available)
(Screenshot: final “You’re all set” screen with a button like “View building profile”)
(Screenshot: building profile page showing key sections like Health Score, Documents & Records, Renewals & Compliance)
To learn more about the building view you now have access to, see:
👉 Viewing your building profile
👉 Track Renewals and Compliance
Optional: sign up with Google, Apple or Facebook
If you prefer, you can start the process using:
Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
Continue with Facebook
In that case:
Tap the relevant button on the sign-up screen.
Authorise Cohabit with your chosen provider.
You’ll still go through the same steps to:
Verify your phone number with a 4-digit SMS code
Create or confirm a password (depending on flow)
Accept the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy
Enter your name
Choose Owner or Committee member
Connect to your building and lot
Decide whether to track levies and notices and upload a levy notice if you choose Yes
Start your Building Intelligence trial (if available)
(Screenshot: sign-up screen showing Google / Apple / Facebook buttons)
FAQs
Q: I’m on the committee – should I choose Owner or Committee member?
Choose Committee member if you sit on the building’s committee. You’ll still be treated as an owner, but Cohabit can surface more committee-relevant features and views.
Q: What if I can’t find my lot when I try to connect?
Click the “I can’t find my lot” link and follow the prompts. We’ll collect more information so we can help match your ownership correctly.
Q: Do I have to track levies and notices in Cohabit?
No. You can choose No at that step. You’ll still be able to use Cohabit for building insights and records without levy tracking.
Q: Is the Building Intelligence trial really free?
Yes. Where available, your first period (e.g. 3 months) of Cohabit Building Intelligence is free, so you can see ongoing insights about your building without commitment.
Q: Can I use Cohabit on Android?
Yes. There is no Android app yet, but you can use Cohabit via a mobile browser like Chrome or Firefox.