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Get your iCloud account set up on mobile or desktop with this user-friendly guide
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Do you want to create a new iCloud email address? If you have an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can easily make one to securely store and sync your photos, files, notes, and other important data across all your devices. While you can also sign up for a new Apple ID on the website and on Windows, you won't be given the option for an @iCloud.com email unless you're using an Apple device. Regardless, you'll be able to access all of iCloud's features with any Apple ID. This wikiHow will show you how to create an iCloud account on your iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, or Windows device.
How to Create an Account in iCloud
- Open Settings in an iOS device.
- Select “Sign in to your iPhone/iPad.”
- Click “Don’t have an Apple ID or forgot it?”
- Select “Create Apple ID” and enter your information.
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Open the Settings app. This looks like a grey cog icon.
- Make sure update your iOS . You can do so by tapping General , then Software Update .
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Tap Sign in to your iPhone/iPad . If you're already signed into an Apple ID, tap the Apple ID. Scroll to the bottom, and then tap Sign out . [1] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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Tap Don't have an Apple ID or forgot it? . You can find this below the Apple ID field.
- A pop-up window will open.
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Tap Create Apple ID . It's at the top of the pop-up menu.
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Enter your name and birthday, and tap Continue . Tap first name and enter your name. Tap last name and enter your last name.
- Tap Birthday . Find your birthday in the calendar. You can tap the month to quickly select the month and year, then tap it again to select the date.
- Continue will be the blue button at the bottom.
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Enter an email address, and tap Continue . Apple will generate an available iCloud email for you. If you don't want to use it, tap the email field and enter a new one.
- You can also tap Use existing email address if you want to use another provider, such as Gmail , instead.
- To opt out of Announcements , toggle off the switch.
- Continue will be the blue button at the bottom.
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Tap Create Email Address . You'll need to confirm your new iCloud address.
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Enter a new Apple ID password, and tap Continue . Be sure to create a secure password that you can remember .
- Input the password in the Password and Verify field.
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Confirm your phone number. If you're signing up on an iPhone, Apple will automatically detect your phone number. To use this phone number for your iCloud account, tap Continue .
- Otherwise, tap Use a Different Number to enter a new phone number.
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Tap Agree . You must agree to Apple's Terms and Conditions to create an iCloud account.
- After you tap Agree , you'll be signed into iCloud.
- You may be asked to enter your iPhone/iPad passcode. This is used to access saved passwords and other data stored in iCloud.
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Merge your data (optional). If you have data on your phone such as calendars, reminders, contacts, and notes that you'd like merged with your new iCloud account, tap Merge ; if not, tap Don't Merge .
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Click on the Apple menu. You can find this at the top-left corner of the screen.
- This method will work on macOS Ventura, Monterey, or earlier.
- You must have a valid phone number.
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Click System Settings . On macOS Monterey or earlier, this will be System Preferences .
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Click Sign In with your Apple ID . You can find this on the left sidebar. On earlier versions, this will be Sign In .
- If you're already signed into an Apple ID, click the Apple ID, and then click Sign Out… at the bottom of the page.
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Click Create Apple ID . You can find this at the bottom of the page.
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Enter your date of birth and click Next . Click the drop-down menu to input the Day , Month , and Year .
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Enter your login information, and click Next . You'll need to input your First name , Last name , Email address , and Password .
- Click Get a free iCloud email address… and enter an available email. The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
- You can opt to receive Apple News and Announcements. Check the box to receive them, or you can uncheck the box to opt out.
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Enter your phone number and click Next . This is how Apple with verify your identity.
- You can choose to verify with a Text message or Phone call .
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Enter the verification code and click Next . This will be a 6-digit code sent via text or phone, depending on your choice.
- Click Did not receive code to receive another code.
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Click Agree . You'll need to agree to Apple's Terms and Conditions to create an Apple ID.
- Make sure to check the box underneath the terms.
- You'll be taken back to the Sign in page.
- You'll now be able to login with your new iCloud account (Apple ID). You can access iCloud from multiple devices.
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Open iTunes. If you haven't already, you'll need to download iTunes . [2] X Research source
- Make sure to update iTunes to its latest version.
- This method requires a valid payment method and a phone number. You won't be able to make an @iCloud email with this method, but you can still create an email to use iCloud services.
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In the top toolbar, click Account . This will open a drop-down menu.
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Click Sign in… . If you're already logged in with an account, you'll need to sign out first.
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Click Create New Apple ID . This will be at the bottom-left corner.
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Enter your information and click Continue . You'll need to input your Email , Password , and Country/Region .
- The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
- Be sure to check the box next to Terms & Conditions .
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Enter your Personal Information and click Continue . You must enter your First Name , Last Name , Birthday , and provide three security questions with answers.
- To choose security questions, click the Question 1/2/3 box and select your choice. Enter the answer in the field directly below it.
- You can opt to receive Apple News and Announcements . Check the box to receive them, or you can uncheck the box to opt out.
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Enter a payment method and click Continue . You'll need to enter your Card number , Billing Address , and Phone number .
- You can use multiple payment methods with your Apple ID.
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Verify your Apple ID. Apple will send a verification code to the email used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Verify .
- If you don't see a code, click Request a New Code below the code field.
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Click Continue . Your Apple ID will be created.
- You can now use your new Apple ID to access all Apple services, including iCloud.
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Go to https://appleid.apple.com/ in a web browser. You can use this method to create an Apple ID on an Android device, smart TV, or streaming device.
- You won't be able to make an @iCloud email with this method, but you can still create an email to use iCloud services.
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Enter your personal information. You'll need to input your First name , Last name , Country/Region , and Birthday .
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Enter your Apple ID and password. The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
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Enter your phone number. This is how Apple with verify your identity.
- You can choose to verify with a Text message or Phone call .
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Opt in or out for emails. You can opt to receive Announcements , Apps, Music, TV, and More , and/or Apple News Newsletter emails.
- Check the box to opt in or uncheck the box to opt out.
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Enter the security characters and click Continue . Input the security characters in the image.
- If needed, you can click New Code to generate a new code.
- You can also click Vision Impaired to hear the code spoken.
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Verify your email address and click Continue . Apple will send a verification code to the email used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Continue .
- If you don't see a code, click Send a New Code below the code field.
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Verify your phone number. Apple will send a verification code to the phone number used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Continue .
- If you don't see a code, click Didn't get a code? below the code field.
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Click Continue . You'll be taken to your new Apple ID homepage.
- You'll now be able to access all Apple services, including iCloud.
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QuestionHow old does one have to be to open an iCloud account?Moana WaialikiCommunity Answer13 years old is the minimum age Apple stipulates.
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QuestionWhat's the difference between and Apple ID and an iCloud account?Community AnswerYour Apple ID is a comprehensive account that covers all Apple products, including iCloud. When you create an Apple ID, you are automatically creating an associated iCloud account as well. Your Apple ID allows you to access your iCloud account on any compatible devices.
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QuestionCan I create an iCloud account (Apple ID) in Windows?Community AnswerYes, you can use the Apple ID website to create a new Apple ID and iCloud account from any computer or device.
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1. Open Settings
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2. Tap Sign in to your device
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3. Tap Don't have an Apple ID or forget it?
4. Tap Create Apple ID
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5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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