How to make a Gmail account

Gmail is a free email service provided by Google. As of 2019, it had 1.5 billion active users worldwide. A user typically accesses Gmail in a web browser or the official mobile app. Google also supports the use of email clients via the POP and IMAP protocols.

To sign up for Gmail, create a Google Account. You can use the username and password to sign in to Gmail and other Google products like YouTube, Google Play, and Google Drive.

Sign up for a Gmail account

Go to the Google Account creation page.
Follow the steps on the screen to set up your account.
Use the account you created to sign in to Gmail. (Create an Account)

How to make a Gmail account

Step 1. First things first, you need to head over to gmail.com.

Step 2. Click on the button that says “Create Account.”

Step 3. After that, the sign-up form will appear. You’ll need to fill in all the details it requests first name, last name, a new username, and a new password.

Step 4. Next, you’ll be asked to enter a phone number to verify your account. This is because Google uses a two-step verification process to boost security. You can find out more about two-step verification here.

Step 5. You should now receive a text message with a verification code from Google. If this hasn’t been delivered within a few minutes, you can use the automated call system instead.

Step 6. Once you’ve verified your account, you will see a form that asks for some personal information. This includes a recovery email, your birthday, and your gender.

If you’re not comfortable giving these or want to find out why Google is asking for this information, there is plenty of information on offer during the sign-up.

Step 7. You now need to accept Google’s Terms of Service and their Privacy Policy – it’s highly recommended that you review both of these in detail before clicking “I Agree.”

The username I want is taken

You won’t be able to get a certain Gmail address if the username you requested is:

Already being used.
Very similar to an existing username (for example, if [email protected] already exists, you can’t use [email protected]).
The same as a username that someone used in the past and then deleted.
Reserved by Google to prevent spam or abuse.

Someone is impersonating me

If you believe someone has created a Gmail address to try to impersonate your identity, you can:

File a report with the Internet Crime Complaint Center.
Contact your state’s Office of Consumer Protection.
Unfortunately, Gmail is unable to participate in mediations involving third parties regarding impersonation. Learn more about Gmail Terms of Use.

Use Gmail for your business

If you want to use Gmail for your business, a Google Workspace account might be better for you than a personal Google Account. Google Workspace starts at $6 per user per month and includes the following:

A professional, ad-free Gmail account using your company’s domain name, such as [email protected].
Ownership of employee accounts so you are always in control of your company’s accounts, emails, and files.
24/7 phone, email, and chat support from a real person.
Increased Gmail and Google Drive storage.
Mobile device management to keep your data secure, such as the ability to remotely wipe lost devices.
Advanced security and administrative controls.