This wikiHow teaches you how to create an email address for free using your computer, phone, and tablet. There are many free email services, and this article focuses only on some of the most popular and reliable services, namely Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo.
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Method 1 of 5: Creating a Gmail Account with iPhone or iPad
Step 1. Open Settings
on your iPad or iPhone.
The gear icon is on the home screen. If the icon isn't there, you can look for it in the Utilities folder. Gmail is a free web-based email service owned by Google.
Step 2. Scroll down the screen and tap Passwords & Accounts
This option is located at the top of the fifth group of settings.
Step 3. Tap Add Account under the " ACCOUNTS " heading
Step 4. Touch Google
Depending on the settings on your device, you may also need to touch Continue in order to open google.com.
Step 5. Touch Create account which is below the login field (sign in)
Step 6. Type in the full name and tap Next
Step 7. Set the date of birth and gender, then touch Next
Step 8. Choose a recommended email address or create your own
If you like one of the suggested addresses, touch it and select Next. If you want to create your own address, select the "Create your own Gmail address" option, type in the desired username, then tap Next.
- By typing in your own username, your email address will become your username @gmail.com. Username must contain 6 characters or more.
- You will be notified by Google if your username has been used by someone else. Try adding numbers or different combinations of letters or words.
Step 9. Create a password, then touch Next
A strong password must be at least 8 characters long and contain a combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Step 10. Enter mobile number if desired
Although optional, it allows you to recover your email address in case you forget the password.
- If you want to add a mobile number, enter the number in the empty field at the top of the screen, then tap Yes, I'm in to verify mobile number via SMS code. Follow the instructions provided to receive the confirmation code and enter the code into the form.
- Touch Skip at the bottom of the screen if you don't want to add a phone number.
Step 11. Review the new email address, then tap Next
If there is an error in the address, touch the back button to correct it.
Step 12. Review the terms from Google, then touch I agree
It's in the lower right corner. It states that you agree to the rules from Gmail. If you have agreed to it, your new email address is active and ready to use.
- If you want to use the Mail app on an iPad or iPhone, make sure the slider next to " Mail " is On (green), and tap Save. That's all you have to do to start using it.
- If you want to use the Gmail app to send and receive messages, toggle the " Mail " switch to Off (grey), then touch Save. Next, open the App Store, search for gmail, tap the red and white envelope shaped option, then tap Get to install it.
Method 2 of 5: Creating a Gmail Account on an Android Device
Step 1. Install the Gmail app if you don't have it already
Since you're using an Android tablet or phone, you already have a Gmail address, which is the address associated with your Google account. If you've never used the Gmail app (or want to create a new Gmail address), start the process by downloading Gmail on the Play Store.
Download Gmail by going to Play Store, write gmail in the search field, and touch Gmail (email service developed by Google with red and white envelope icons) in search results. Touch Install, and follow the instructions given.
Step 2. Open Gmail
If the app is installed, a red and white envelope icon will appear on the home screen or app drawer.
If this is your first time running the Gmail app, you may need to touch GOT IT or something similar on the welcome screen before continuing.
Step 3. Tap Add another email address
The Gmail address for your primary Google account will appear on this page. Touch the address if you want to use it. If you want to create a new email address or enter another existing email address, select this option.
Step 4. Touch Google on the “Set up email” screen
The login screen will be opened.
Step 5. Tap Create an Account which is below the login field
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Depending on your Android version, this option may not appear. If it's not there, touch Forgot email?
and touch the back button to bring up this option.
Step 6. Select For myself in the drop-down menu
Step 7. Enter the full name and touch Next
This is the name that will be displayed in Gmail.
Step 8. Set the date of birth and gender, then touch Next
Step 9. Choose an email address or create your own
Touch one of the suggested email addresses if you like it, then select Next. If you want to create your own address, touch Create your own Gmail address, type in the desired username, then touch Next.
- By entering your own username, your email address will become your username @gmail.com. Username must contain at least 6 characters.
- If the username has been used by someone else, an error message will appear. Try adding the numbers or changing some of the letters until you get an address that no one else uses.
Step 10. Create a password, then touch Next
Create a strong password of at least 8 characters that includes a combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Step 11. Verify the phone number
When creating a Gmail address on an Android device, you must verify the mobile number. Type in your mobile number, touch Next, and follow the instructions provided to verify the confirmation code. A confirmation code will be sent via SMS message.
Step 12. Decide whether you want to associate a mobile number to the account
So that you can recover your Gmail address (if it's locked or you've forgotten the password), scroll down and tap Yes, I'm in. If not, touch Skip.
Step 13. Review the email address, then tap Next
If you're asked to enter a somewhat complex email address, you may have to write it down.
Step 14. Review the terms from Gmail, then touch I agree
The button is in the lower right corner. This confirms that you agree to the Gmail rules. After that, a page with a list of Google accounts will be displayed. Now your new email address will be displayed along with the other accounts.
Step 15. Tap TAKE ME TO GMAIL located at the bottom of the screen
Your new Gmail account inbox will open.
To switch to a different email account, tap your profile picture or initials at the top of the screen, then select the desired email address
Method 3 of 5: Creating a Gmail Account Using a Computer
Step 1. Visit https://accounts.google.com/SignUp in a web browser
You can use any browser to sign up for Gmail. Gmail is a free web-based email service owned by Google.
If you have an Android mobile device and have already created a Google account, then you already have a free Gmail address. If you want to add a new email address on Android, check out the wikiHow article on how to add a Google account on an Android device
Step 2. Enter the name in the column provided
Type your first and last name in the first two fields at the top of the form.
Step 3. Type in a unique username
Use the second column below the first and last name to enter a unique username. This will be used as an email address. For example, if you enter wikiHowSugeng as your username, your email address will be [email protected].
If the username is already in use by someone else, Google will suggest an alternative name. You can use the suggested name or try a different name
Step 4. Create and confirm a password
Type the exact same password in the fields that say "Password" and "Confirm". Create a strong password of at least 8 characters with a combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Step 5. Click Next
It's a blue button in the lower-right side of the form. The next registration form page will be displayed.
Step 6. Enter the recovery phone number and email address
These two sections are optional only, but can be useful if you want to recover your Gmail account if you can't access it. Enter your 10-digit mobile number into the field at the top of the page, and/or a backup email address.
Step 7. Enter your date of birth and gender
Use the drop-down menu to set the month, day, and year of your birth. Some Google services set an age limit so you must enter an accurate date of birth. Also select gender (or Rather not say if you do not wish to provide this information).
Step 8. Click Next
It's a blue button at the bottom of the form.
Step 9. Click the blue Send button located at the bottom of the form
If you enter a mobile number, you will receive a text message that can be used to verify the mobile number.
Step 10. Verify the mobile number (optional)
If you enter a mobile number, you will need to verify it with an SMS code. Click button Send blue to receive the code. Next, enter the code in the blank field that appears, then click Verify to confirm.
Step 11. Click Yes, I'm in or Skip.
If you want to associate your phone number with your Gmail account so that you can use it on other Google services and to recover your password, click Yes, I'm in. If you do not wish to provide this information, click Skip.
Step 12. Read the Privacy and Terms policy
It describes what data Google will collect and how it will be used.
Step 13. Scroll down the screen and click I AGREE
This blue button is located under the Privacy policy and Terms. This is required when you sign up for a Gmail account. Once you agree to the Privacy policy and its Terms, your account is ready to use.
Method 4 of 5: Creating an Outlook.com Account on a Computer, Phone or Tablet
Step 1. Visit https://www.outlook.com via a web browser
You can use any browser on your computer, tablet, or phone to create a free email address in Outlook.com. Outlook.com from Microsoft replaces the email service that used to be called Hotmail.
Step 2. Click or tap Create free account
It's a large blue button on the left side of the Outlook.com page.
Step 3. Type in a unique username, then click Next
Enter a unique username in the box that says "New Email". This will be your email address, for example: [email protected]. Click the blue button and say "Next" when finished.
- If you prefer the email address [username]@hotmail.com, click the drop-down arrow at the end of the column and click @hotmail.com.
- If the chosen name is already in use by someone else, you will be notified by Microsoft and an alternative will be suggested.
Step 4. Create a password, then select Next
Enter the password you want to use in the field that says "Create password".
Step 5. Type in your first name and last name, then select Next
Enter your first and last name in the fields that read "First" (first name) and "Last" (last name).
Step 6. Select a region
Select your country or region of residence in the drop-down menu.
Step 7. Select the date of birth, then click Next
Use the drop-down menu that says " Month ", " Day " and " Year " to set your date of birth. Click the blue button that says "Next" when you're ready to proceed.
Step 8. Type the letters shown in the image, then click Next
Copy the letters written in the image in the column provided. This is to ensure that you are indeed human. If confirmed, your new Outlook.com inbox will be displayed.
If you have trouble reading the letters in the picture, click New to display a new image, or click Audio to hear the letters.
Step 9. Make settings on your account
Once the account is ready to use, you can set it up as needed. The steps you need to take will vary slightly depending on the device you're using, whether it's a computer, tablet, or phone:
- On a tablet or phone, we recommend downloading the official Outlook app released by Microsoft via the App Store (on iPhone/iPad) or Play Store (for Android). Once you've downloaded it, follow the instructions provided to sign in to the new account, then follow the prompts to configure the inbox.
- On computers, there is a "Get Started" section on the left side of the page. The tab at the top will say " 0/6 complete ", which means you have to complete 6 tasks. Click the first tab named Choose your look to select a theme, then proceed to the next tab. When you've finished setting up all the tabs (6 tabs in total), you can send and receive emails using Outlook.
Method 5 of 5: Creating a Yahoo Account on a Computer, Phone or Tablet
Step 1. Visit https://login.yahoo.com/account/create in a web browser
Yahoo! Mail is a free email service owned by Yahoo, a popular search engine service. You can use a computer, tablet, or mobile phone to create a Yahoo! Mail.
Step 2. Enter the name in the column provided
Use the fields that read "First Name" (first name) and "Last Name" (last name) to enter the full name.
Step 3. Type in a unique username
Enter the username for your email address on the second line below your first and last name. The email address will be your username @yahoo.com. For example, if you enter wikiHowSugeng, your Yahoo! You will become [email protected].
If your username has been used by someone else, you will be notified by Yahoo! And other alternative names will be suggested
Step 4. Create a password
Make a password in the column that says "Password". Create a strong password using at least 8 characters, containing a combination of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters.
Step 5. Type in the mobile number
Enter a mobile number containing 10 digits into the "Mobile Phone Number" field. This is used to verify the account you created.
If necessary, use the drop-down menu to the left of the mobile number to select an area code
Step 6. Enter the date of birth
Use the drop-down menu to select the month, and the next two lines to select the date and year of birth.
Step 7. Type in gender (optional)
If you want to include your gender, you can enter it in the column that says "Gender".
Step 8. Click the blue Continue button at the bottom of the form
Step 9. Check the Captcha box, then click Continue
This is to show that you are not a robot.
Step 10. Click Text me a verification code
By doing so, a verification code will be sent to the mobile number you provided.
If you'd rather get a phone call to receive the code, click Call me with a verification code.
Step 11. Type in the verification code sent via text message, then click Verify
This is to verify the mobile number and create an account.
Step 12. Click Done
This blue button will appear after the account is created. The inbox page of the new email will open.
