# Why doesn’t the Agent app automatically add my device after I log in or register?

For privacy and control, the Agent app does not auto-link the device you use to log in or register. This prevents unwanted devices—such as shared or temporary ones—from being added without your consent.

You can decide which devices to manage by adding them manually. After logging in, go to the menu/tab **Device** (**Devices)** → **Add Device** to link the current device to your account.

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> This is intentional for the following reasons:
>
> 1. **User Consent and Control**\
>    You have full control over which devices are linked to your account. Automatic linking could result in unwanted devices (for example, shared or temporary devices) being added without your knowledge.
> 2. **Privacy and Security Compliance**\
>    To comply with privacy regulations, explicit user action is required before a device can be linked and managed under your account. This ensures you are fully aware of, and have consented to, any device management and data collection features.
> 3. **Avoiding Accidental Linking**\
>    Sometimes you may log in just to view account settings without intending to manage that particular device. Requiring you to click **“Add Device”** reduces the risk of linking devices unintentionally.
> 4. **Clear Device Management**\
>    Manual linking helps keep your device list accurate and relevant. Every device in your account is there because you deliberately added it.


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