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This guide walks you through everything from creating your ClearAML account to running your first KYC check. You can complete the core setup in under 15 minutes. All new accounts receive a 14-day free trial and a $15 signup credit — no credit card required.
1

Sign up for a ClearAML account

Go to clearaml.com.au/signup and create your account. You will need:
  • A valid email address
  • Your firm’s name and ABN
  • Your full name
Once you submit the form, ClearAML sends a verification email. Click the link in the email to activate your account.
During signup you can select a plan (Starter, Professional, or Enterprise). You can also start on the free trial and upgrade later from Settings → Billing.
2

Complete the firm onboarding wizard

After verifying your email you are redirected to the onboarding wizard. Choose one of two paths:Build a new program (recommended) — A step-by-step interview that generates your AUSTRAC-compliant AML/CTF Program and Risk Assessment automatically. Choose this if you do not yet have an existing compliance program.Upload an existing program — Upload your current AML/CTF program document and set a next review date. Choose this if your firm already has documented compliance procedures.You can skip the wizard and return to it later from your dashboard at any time.
If you choose “Build new program”, ClearAML pre-fills your firm name and ABN from the details you entered during signup, so you don’t have to re-enter them.
3

Add your first client

From your dashboard, navigate to Clients and select Add client. Enter the client’s details:
  • Full legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Residential address
  • Contact information
You can add clients one at a time or bulk import from a CSV file. For existing client lists, see the importing clients guide.
ClearAML can import your existing client database directly from Xero Practice Manager. Connect it yourself from Settings → Integrations (Admin/Owner only) — authorise via OAuth, then sync your whole client list in one action.
Instead of collecting ID yourself, you can send the client a secure self-onboarding link. They enter their own details, upload their ID, and complete a biometric check on their device; the results flow straight back into their profile and screening runs automatically.
4

Run a KYC check

With your client’s profile open, select Run KYC check. ClearAML performs:
  1. Document Verification Service (DVS) check — Validates identity documents against the Australian Government’s DVS database
  2. Biometric facial matching — Compares a selfie or photo to the document image
The check returns a pass/fail result within seconds. Results and supporting evidence are stored automatically in the client’s profile.Cost: $8 per KYC check, billed from your wallet. A single KYC check bundles the DVS identity check, biometric facial match, and an initial PEP/sanctions screen — everything needed to onboard a client under AUSTRAC CDD. Your $15 signup credit covers your first check with change to spare.
KYC checks consume wallet credits. Ensure your wallet has sufficient balance before running checks in bulk. You can top up your wallet at any time from Settings → Billing.
5

Generate a risk assessment

Once the KYC check completes, select Generate risk assessment from the client’s profile. ClearAML’s risk engine evaluates:
  • Client type (individual, company, trust)
  • Industry and business activity
  • Geographic risk factors
  • PEP and sanctions screening results
The output is a risk rating of Low, Medium, or High, along with a downloadable PDF report suitable for your AUSTRAC audit trail. Clients flagged as High risk automatically prompt you to complete Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD).
An initial PEP/sanctions screen is included in the $8 KYC check. Standalone re-screens (for clients already verified) cost $5 each. Every plan also includes continuous daily re-screening of your active clients at no extra per-check cost.

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What’s next

You have now completed your first end-to-end compliance workflow in ClearAML. From here you can:

Set up your firm account

Appoint a compliance officer, add team members, and configure billing.

Manage clients

Import your full client list and manage ongoing due diligence.

Understand your Tranche 2 obligations

Learn what the Tranche 2 reforms require from your profession.

Staff training

Enrol your team in the built-in AML/CTF training modules at no extra cost.