> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Create a GVC

> Step-by-step guide to create Global Virtual Clouds via Console UI and CLI. Covers naming, cloud provider selection, pull secrets, and tags.

## Overview

Follow the steps below to create a [GVC](/reference/gvc) within your [org](/reference/org).

## Prerequisites

* Review the [GVC](/reference/gvc) reference page.
* Have [permissions](/reference/policy#permissions) to create a [GVC](/reference/gvc).
* Optional: Install the [CLI](/cli-reference/installation).

## Create using the Console

1. Create a new GVC using one of the following methods:
   * Click `GVCs` in the left menu, then click `New`, or
   * Click the `Create` dropdown in the upper right corner and select `GVC`.
2. Enter a unique name and an optional description.
3. Click `Locations`, then click `Add Location` to view a list of available locations. Select at least one location.
4. Optionally, click `Tags` and enter any [tags](/core/misc#tags).
5. Click `Create`.

<Tip>
  These are the minimum properties required to create a GVC. Refer to the [GVC](/reference/gvc) reference page for details on the remaining properties that can be configured.
</Tip>

## Create using the CLI

Refer to the [gvc create](/cli-reference/commands/gvc#gvc-create) command for details and examples.

## Next Steps

Your GVC is ready to be configured with a [workload](/guides/create-workload).