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The moment you sign up with PADI to take your first glimpse underwater, you join a membership of passionate adventurers, explorers and ocean lovers. You also have access to a rich set of content and tools to help you on your adventures!

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Access to Next Month's Articles from Scuba Diving Magazine

Access an expansive library of premium dive-related content to help you plan your next dive adventure, kit up with the best gear, dream of far-flung destinations or get inspired by stories from others in the dive community. Here’s your exclusive sneak peek at the next issue...

Three Tips That Will Improve Your Night Dives

Preview of the article: No matter your diving level, these tips will help you maximize your fun and safety on your next night diving adventure.

Tips for Taking Great Photos Inside Wrecks

Preview of the article: These easy tips and ideas from Alex Mustard will help you take winning shots beneath the decks.

Your Adventure Starts Here

With a PADI® account you can dive into your eLearning materials, log dives, access your eCards, update your preferences and take advantage of tools within PADI apps.

Learning Materials

PADI eLearning® makes it easy to start or continue your dive training whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you. Access your course materials from your preferred device to complete your online knowledge development.

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Dive Log

Keep track of your diving memories. Easily log all of your training and recreational dives with our online logbook. Your training dives are sent directly to your PADI Instructor for review and approval.

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Preference Center

Make sure you are getting the information and content that interests you the most. Keep your contact details, language preferences and communication selections up-to-date in the PADI Preference Center.

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Certification Card

Your PADI certification card is your passport to unlimited underwater adventure. Access your eCard from your preferred device to verify your certification with dive centers and resorts around the world.

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The World's Largest Community of Ocean Lovers

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Special Offers

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20% off Ocean-friendly Gear! Use code: PADICOMMUNITY at checkout.

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Exclusive Certification Cards

Save the ocean with our special edition certification cards. Exclusive images supporting marine life are available for limited time only, and available in a digital or physical format made from 70% recycled materials.

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The Ocean Needs You

Without significant change, we risk losing the underwater world as we know it. But it’s not too late – your voice has never been more important. Join the Torchbearer Community to amplify our collective power and bring about meaningful change for the ocean, because it will take all of us to make things better.

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PADI Dive Guides™

Whether you’re looking to dive locally or on the other side of the globe, PADI Dive Guides(TM) offers expert insight to help inspire and plan your next dive adventure. You can research, book dives, trips and learning experiences, or connect with a PADI Dive Center or Resort.

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PADI Apps

Want to get in the water? There’s an app for that!

PADI Adventures App

Conveniently find and book diving and snorkeling activities near home and around the world with the PADI Adventures™ App. Enable notifications to receive information and recommendations about upcoming activities, trips or events with your favorite PADI dive shop.

PADI App

Download the PADI App™ now for tools and resources at your fingertips, curated to enhance your diving experience. Access your eCard on the go, log a dive, find special offers and check out some of the most commonly-needed refreshers – like hand signals, knots and diver’s checklists.

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For questions about scuba gear or scuba diving lessons, please contact your local PADI Dive Center or Resort. Because dive conditions, recommended gear and prices vary from region to region, you’ll get the most relevant information by connecting with your dive shop directly.

For more information about planning and booking dive trips, connect with a PADI Travel® expert or your PADI dive shop.