Create Your Google Account

Signing up for a Google account is free and easy.

Here’s how to do it.

In a web internet tool, go to theGoogle account signup page.

the Google Account signup page

If you’re not sure if you have a Google account, visit theGoogle Accounts password change page.

Enter an email address you may have used to create a Google Account.

Google tells you if it recognizes the email address or not.

creating a Google Account, entering name and password

Enter yourfirst nameandlast namein the fields provided.

Create ausername, which will be your Gmail address in this format: username@gmail.com.

Enter apasswordand confirm it.

Google Account signup, with birthday and gender

Read Google’sPrivacy and Termsand selectI Agree.

Access your personal information, privacy, and account preferences at any time by heading tomyaccount.google.comand signing in.

Why Create a Google Account?

Google’s Privacy and Terms, part of Google Account creation

You’ll see a pop-up menu of Google product icons.

The most popular products, such as Search, Maps, and YouTube, are displayed at the top.

Scroll down and selectMore From Googleto access additional products.

Google Account welcome screen after account creation

More From Google to access more Google Account products

Google’s Products Page