> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://nationgraph.gitbook.io/nationgraph/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://nationgraph.gitbook.io/nationgraph/help-center/readme/onboarding/build-your-territory-map.md).

# Build your territory map

Define the SLED institutions and states you want NationGraph to monitor.

Your territory map tells NationGraph which institutions matter to you.

This is the first setup step that directly shapes your signals.

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### Create your first territory

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

#### Open **Accounts**

Use the button in the setup flow to jump into **Accounts**.

Start building your territory from there.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Choose your account type

Select the SLED institution type you sell to.

For example, choose **K-12 school districts** if that is your market.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Select your states

Pick the states you cover, then confirm your selection.

NationGraph has mapped all **19,714 K-12 school districts**.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Name and save the territory

Give the territory a clear name like **K-12 Schools** or **My Territory**.

Then save it.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

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### What you should see next

Your saved territory shows the states you selected, the number of institutions inside it, and the accounts NationGraph will monitor.

You can use that territory immediately when you create signal templates.


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