Apple ID is used to gain access to almost all Apple products and services. You need an Apple ID to make purchases on iTunes and the App Store, and that Apple ID gives you access to iCloud and backup services for your iDevice. Creating an Apple ID only takes a few minutes, and it's completely free. Follow this guide to learn how.
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Method 1 of 3: Using the Website
Step 1. Navigate to the Apple ID creation page
A quick internet search for the word "Apple ID" will lead you to the right page. Click the "Create an Apple ID" button. Creating an Apple ID is free.
Step 2. Enter your primary email address
To create an Apple ID, you must enter a valid email address. This will be used as a contact email, and will also be your Apple ID. When you log into a service that requires an Apple ID, you will enter this email address and the password you created.
Step 3. Create a strong password
Your Apple ID will be used to record your purchase transactions, as well as a lot of information about the Apple devices you use. Make sure that your password is secure, and contains numbers and symbols to make it stronger.
Step 4. Enter your security question and birthday
This will be used if you forget your password and have to request a new password. Apple will use this information to verify your identity before sending you a new password.
Step 5. Enter your name and address
Apple requires this information for any purchases you may make with this Apple ID. They use your mailing address to find out where the people who use their products live.
Step 6. Select the email you will receive
Apple will automatically enable this option so that you receive newsletters and product updates via the email you provide. If you prefer not to accept it, uncheck the box.
Step 7. Enter the CAPTCHA
Type the characters that appear in the image. If you can't read it, click "Try a different image" to get a new character, or the "Vision Impaired" button to have it read aloud.
Step 8. Read and agree to the terms
Before you can create your ID, you must indicate that you have read the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you have read and agree, check the box. Click the Create Apple ID button. You will receive an email asking you to confirm that you have created an Apple ID.
If you created an Apple ID through a website, you don't need to enter any billing information. However, once you're logged into iTunes with that ID, you'll be asked to enter your credit card and billing address
Method 2 of 3: Using iPhone or iPad
Step 1. Open the Settings app
Scroll down and select iTunes & App Stores. If you already have an Apple ID signed in, tap the Sign Out button.
Step 2. Tap Create New Apple ID
You will be asked to select the store where you want to use the ID. Choose a store that is suitable for the location where you live. Press Done to confirm, then Next.
Step 3. Read the Terms and Conditions
You can also choose to have the ID emailed to you. Do this by entering a valid email and tapping Send by Email. To continue, tap Agree then Agree again to confirm.
Step 4. Provide your email address
This email address will be your Apple ID. You'll use this email to sign in to Apple services using your Apple ID. Also make sure to create a strong password, as your Apple ID contains a lot of personal and financial information.
You must create three security questions that will be used if you forget your password
Step 5. Enter your billing information
Select your credit card type and enter the appropriate information. You must also enter the correct billing address.
If you scroll to the bottom of the credit card list, you can select "None" and skip the billing section. You won't be able to buy anything until you enter valid billing information
Step 6. Verify your account
After you create an account, a verification email will be sent to the email you specified as your Apple ID. It will contain a link that you must visit to activate your account. Click the link, then enter your new Apple ID and password to activate it.
Method 3 of 3: Using iTunes
Step 1. Open iTunes
Click the Store menu. Select Create Apple ID from the Store menu. Click Continue in the new window that appears.
Step 2. Read and agree to the Terms and Conditions
Once you have read it, check the box and click Agree.
Step 3. Enter your information
You'll need to enter the email address that will become your Apple ID. You must enter your Apple ID every time you need to sign in to Apple services. You should also enter a good and strong password. Password must be at least 8 characters long and contain letters and numbers.
You should also create a security question and your birthday to verify your identity in case you forget your password
Step 4. Decide if you want to receive emails from Apple
There are two checkboxes at the bottom of the form. By default both boxes are checked. If you don't want to receive promotional emails and newsletters from Apple, uncheck the boxes.
Step 5. Enter your billing information
Select the appropriate card type and enter your credit card details and billing address. If you prefer not to attach a credit card to your account, click the None option. You'll need to enter credit card information if you want to make purchases on the iTunes or App store, but you don't need to do this for free items.
Step 6. Verify your account
Click Done to create your Apple ID. You will receive an email containing a link that will verify your account. Once your account is verified, you can sign in to Apple products or services using your new Apple ID.
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Tips
- It's a good idea to have all of your information ready beforehand, including your credit card or PayPal information.
- You don't need to enter a payment method when you create an account via the Apple website, but you won't be able to use the iTunes store until you do.
