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Creating a Google Account

Creating an account

In order to create a Google account, you'll need to enter some information, like your name, birth date, and location. Creating a Google account will automatically create a Gmail email address and a Google+ profile.

If you have a Gmail address, you already have a Google account so you won't need to create an account. You can simply sign in to Google using your Gmail information.

To create a Google account:

  1. Go to www.google.com. Locate and select the Sign in button in the top-right corner of the page.
    Screenshot of Google.comClicking Sign in
  2. Click Create an account.
    Screenshot of Google.comClicking Create an account
  3. The sign up form will appear. Follow the directions by entering the required information, such as your name, birth date, and gender.
    Screenshot of Google.comEntering your information
  4. Review Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, click the check box, then click Next step.
    Screenshot of Google.comAgreeing to the TOS and Privacy Policy, then clicking Next step
  5. The Create your profile page will appear. Click Add a photo if you wish to add a photo to your Google+ profile. If you don't want to set a profile photo at this time, click Next step.
    Screenshot of Google.comClicking Next step
  6. Your account will be created, and the Google welcome page will appear.
    Screenshot of Google.comThe Google welcome page

Just like with any online service, it's important to choose a strong password—in other words, one that is difficult for someone else to guess. For more information, check out our Password Tips lesson.

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