6 Easy Steps to Sign Up for a Wikipedia Account

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A quick guide to registering for an account on the Wikipedia website
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Do you want to create a Wikipedia account? While you don't need an account to make edits to Wikipedia, this can help if you want to access protected pages, set personal settings, create a page for yourself, and more. You don't need an email address, but it's recommended in case you need to recover your account. This wikiHow will show you how to sign up for a Wikipedia account using your computer or mobile device.

Things You Should Know

  • Go to Wikipedia's Account Creation page in a desktop or mobile browser.
  • Enter a username and password. Make sure to add an email address to recover your account, if needed.
  • Enter the CAPTCHA characters and click "Create your account".

Steps

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  1. Go to Wikipedia's Account Creation page in a web browser. You can use a desktop or mobile browser.
    • If you want to create an account in another language, go to https://www.wikipedia.org/ and select a language. Then, click Create account (in the chosen language) in the top-right corner. [1]
  2. Keep in mind this username is public and cannot be made private. When you make edits, this username will be seen by others. If you want to remain anonymous, use a unique username that doesn't contain any personal information.
    • Don't choose a username that promotes another business, flags you as a vandal, impersonates an admin, or violates any guidelines. Those will get blocked quickly.
    • Keep in mind you won't be able to fully delete your account , but you can request a username change.
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  3. Be sure to create a secure password that you can remember . Use the Password and Confirm password field to enter it twice.
  4. While optional, providing an email address is highly recommended in case you need to recover your account. Enter an existing email address, or create a new one to use specifically for Wikipedia.
  5. Input the code into the field below the characters. If needed, click Refresh to load a new image.
  6. This is the blue button at the bottom of the form. Your account will be created.
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    First, ensure that you are a notable person. (You should have sources to support that or else it will be considered spam and proposed for deletion.) Then, read through wikiHow's article on writing a Wikipedia article for help with the next steps.
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    What should I do if my email is rejected?
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    Wikipedia allows most popular email providers' addresses. You can register for one of those addresses if your personal email is rejected.
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    Why do I have to create a Wikipedia account?
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    You honestly don't have to make a Wikipedia account unless you choose to. It's all up to you,m but it might make experiences better if you do.
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      • An account that is auto-confirmed can upload files and edit semi-protected pages. An account is auto-confirmed after four days (plus 10 edits) from registering.
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      Warnings

      • Never share your password with anyone. If you forget your password and you have an email address linked, you'll be able to reset it.
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      1. ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Why_not_create_an_account%3F

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