HOW TO CREATE AN EMAIL ADDRESS

How to create a Gmail account

Step 1: Open the Gmail sign-up page

• Go to the Gmail website.
• If you’re already logged into a Google account, click on your profile picture (top-right) and select Sign out to create a new account.
• On the Gmail sign-in page, click the Create account button.

Step 2: Enter your first name and last name

Step 3: Enter your date of birth and gender

Step 4: Choose a username and password:

• Your username will be your new Gmail email address (e.g., [email protected]). You’ll need to pick a unique username, as Gmail will suggest alternatives if your chosen one is already taken.
• Choose a strong password with at least 8 characters, using a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols for better security. Then, confirm your password by typing it again in the next field.

Step 5: Complete your account details

• Enter your phone number. This is optional but recommended, as Google uses this for account security and to help recover your account if you forget your password or get locked out.
• Enter a recovery email address. This can be another email address you own. It is optional but recommended as it can be useful for account recovery.

Step 6: Review account information

Step 7: Choose your configuration settings and confirm.

Step 8: Start using your Gmail account. You can now send and receive emails, adjust your settings, and explore all the features Gmail has to offer.

How to create a Hotmail/Outlook account

Step 1: Visit the Outlook sign-up page

• Open your web browser and go to the Outlook sign-up page.
• On the Outlook login page, click on create free account.

Step 2: Choose your email address

• Enter a username:
  • In the provided box, choose the username you want for your new email address (e.g., [email protected] or [email protected]).
  • You can choose either a @outlook.com or @hotmail.com domain for your email address.
  • If your desired username is already taken, Outlook will suggest alternatives, or you can try another one.

Step 3: Create a password

• Choose a strong password. Make sure it is at least 8 characters long and includes a combination of upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols for security.

Step 4: Enter your first and last name

Step 5: Set your region and birthdate

• Select your country/region from the dropdown menu. This is important for correct time-zone and location settings.
• Enter your birthdate (day, month, and year). Microsoft uses this to confirm that you meet the minimum age requirement for using their services.

Step 6: Fill out a captcha to verify your identity. This will be an anti-bot puzzle.

Step 7: Stay signed in? Microsoft will ask you if you want to stay signed in on this browser.

Step 8: Start using your new Hotmail account. You now have a new Hotmail (Outlook) email address, and you can begin using it to communicate, organise your schedule, and access other Microsoft services.

How to create an iCloud account

Step 1. Ensure you have an Apple ID

• If you don’t already have an Apple ID, you can create one at Apple ID.
• Your Apple ID is required to access iCloud and create an iCloud email address.

Step 2. Enable iCloud email

• On an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch:
  • Open the Settings
  • Tap your name at the top to access your Apple ID settings.
  • Tap iCloud.
  • Scroll down to Mail and toggle it on.
  • If prompted, follow the instructions to create an @icloud.com email address.
  • Choose your preferred iCloud email address (e.g., [email protected]).
• On a Mac:
  • Open the Apple menu (top-left corner) and select System Preferences.
  • Click Apple ID.
  • Select iCloud in the sidebar.
  • Check the box next to Mail.
  • If prompted, create an iCloud email address.

Step 3. Set-up iCloud email on other devices

If you want to access your iCloud email on non-Apple devices or a new Apple device, follow these steps:

• On iPhone/iPad (Automatically configured)
  • Open Settings > Mail > Accounts.
  • Tap your iCloud account to confirm the email is active.
• On a Mac (Automatically configured)
  • Open the Mail app, and iCloud Mail will be ready to use.

• On a Windows PC:
  • Download and install the iCloud for Windows app from Apple’s website.
  • Log in with your Apple ID and enable the Mail

• On other email clients (Manual configuration):
  • Open your email client settings and choose to add a new account.
  • Enter your iCloud email address and password.
  • Find the IMAP and SMTP settings for iCloud by clicking here.

Step 4. Access iCloud email via web browser

• Go to iCloud.com.
• Log in with your Apple ID.
• Click on the Mail app icon to view your inbox.

Step 5. Test the set-up

• Send a test email to verify that the account is working on your device.
• Ensure both sending and receiving work correctly.

Tips

• Make sure Two-Factor Authentication is set up on your Apple ID for added security.
• If you encounter issues, ensure your device’s software is up to date.

How to create an Yahoo account

Step 1. Visit the Yahoo website

• Open your web browser.
• Go to the Yahoo UK homepage.

Step 2. Start the sign-up process

• On the top-right corner of the page, click on the mail envelope.
• On the Sign-In page, click the “Create an account” button.

Step 3. Fill out the registration form

• You will be directed to the Yahoo Sign-Up page. Fill in the required fields:
• Enter your full name.
• Choose your desired Yahoo email address (e.g., “[email protected]”). Yahoo will inform you if it’s available.
• Create a strong password that’s at least 8 characters long, combining letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Provide your date of birth.

Step 4. Verify your mobile number

• Yahoo will send a verification code to the mobile number or Whatsapp you entered.
• Check your phone for the message and enter the code on the website to verify your number.

Step 5. Access your Yahoo email

• Once your account is created, you will be redirected to the Yahoo homepage or your new email inbox.
• You can now start sending and receiving emails through your Yahoo email account.

How to create an AOL account

Step 1. Open the AOL website

• Open your preferred web browser.
• Visit the AOL UK homepage.

Step 2. Start the sign-up process

• On the AOL Mail page, click on “Create an account” or “Sign up” button.

Step 3. Fill out the sign-up form

• You will be directed to the AOL Sign-Up page. Fill in the required fields:
• Enter your full name.
• Choose your desired AOL email address (e.g., “[email protected]”). AOL will inform you if it’s available.
• Create a strong password that’s at least 8 characters long, combining letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Provide your date of birth.

Step 4. Verify your mobile number

• AOL will send a verification code to the mobile number or Whatsapp you entered.
• Check your phone for the message and enter the code on the website to verify your number.

Step 5. Access your AOL email

• After the account is created, you’ll be redirected to your AOL inbox or the homepage.
• You can now start sending and receiving emails through your AOL email account.