How To Create New Apple ID on iPhone, Mac, Android And PC

Fortune Osinachi
Fortune Osinachi - Freelance Writer
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Amongst other things, it’s important to know how to create an Apple ID on your iPhone, Mac, Android, and PC depending on which device you have at your disposal.

To access Apple-offered features and services, creating an Apple ID is a relevant step irrespective of the device you use.

In addition, creating an Apple ID grants you access to download apps from the App Store or iTunes Store and to use iCloud storage to back up your data across various devices.

In this article, you’ll learn how to create an Apple ID on iPhone, Mac, Android, and PC in a step-by-step guideline.

How To Create Apple ID on iPhone Using App Store

If you have an iPhone and want to create an Apple ID with it, there are a few steps to follow.

Although, it is incorporated into the setup process when you turn on your iPhone for the first time.

When you finished resetting your iPhone, or you just recently got a new one, you can create a new Apple ID if you don’t already have one.

When setting up a new device, the setup screen will ask you to sign in with your Apple ID. If you don’t create it from the setup screen, you’ll still be able to set it up from the Apple App Store.

Create Apple ID from Setup
Create Apple ID from Setup

Just follow the on-screen procedures and enter the requested details to finish the setup. On the other hand, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open App Store

On your iPhone, open the App Store from your menu or home screen.

Step 2: Tap On Account

Tap on Account (the profile icon at the right) to open other options.

Step 3: Select Create New Apple ID

From the options select Create New Apple ID which is the option at the bottom.

Step 4: Enter the Required Details

Enter your name, phone number, and birthday. Tap on “Use your current email address,” if you have an email address like Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

You can create a free iCloud email address by tapping on “Get a free iCloud email address.”

Enter your email if you’re using an existing email address. Choose a password, select the country, and agree to Apple Terms and Conditions, then tap Next.

You can choose to enter your billing information or not, tap on Next.

Step 5: Verify Your Credential

Check your email for a verification email from Apple if you use your current email address.

Follow the on-screen process to verify your phone number and email address to finish up the account creation process.

How To Create Apple ID on Mac

As a Mac user and you want to create an Apple ID using a Mac, it is a seamless process through Settings. All you have to do is follow the steps below.

Create Apple ID on Mac computer
Create Apple ID on Mac computer

Step 1: Open System Settings

On your Mac device, click on the Apple icon and then open the Settings app.

Step 2: Click on Sign In

Click on Sign in (the profile icon) from the menu options on the left side and then select Create Apple ID option.

Step 3: Select Create Apple ID

On the Sign in screen, click on the Create Apple ID from the list of options displayed.

Step 4: Enter Your Details

Enter your correct details, and verify your phone number, email address, and create a strong password. After that, your account will be created successfully.

How To Create an Apple ID on Android Via Web

If you are an Android device user who still wants to access and gain permission to some Apple service like iTunes or iCloud. This can be easily done via a browser by visiting appleid.apple.com.

Step 1: Open any Browser

On your Android device, open your preferred browser.

Step 2: Visit appleid.apple.com Website

Quickly visit appleid.apple.com which is the Apple ID webpage and tap on the drop-down arrow-head symbol at the top right to expand the hidden options.

Step 3: Select Create Your Apple ID

From the drop-down options, select the Create Your Apple ID option. On the next screen, enter your details.

Step 4: Enter Your Details

Correctly enter your details like name, country, email (like your Gmail address), preferred password, and Phone number. After that, select if you want to receive email from Apple or not.

Step 5: Tap on Continue

Tap on the blue Continue button at the bottom of the screen to open the verification section.

Step 6: Verify Email And Phone Number

Quickly verify your email address and phone number you are associating with the account. After a successful verification process, your account is ready to go.

How To Create Apple ID on PC

It is possible to also use a PC to create Apple ID irrespective of the Windows or operating system it runs on. To quickly create Apple ID on PC using iTunes. Follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open iTunes

On your PC install iTunes from the Microsoft Store, but if you already have it installed, open the app. Quickly open the iTunes app to access its features.

Step 2: Click On Account

From the list of options on the menu bar, click on Account and then select Sign In.

Step 3: Select Sign In

On the Sign-In screen, click on Create New Apple ID at the bottom left side.

Step 4: Enter your details

Correctly enter your email address, a solid password, country, and then click on Continue at the bottom right corner.

Step 5: Complete other requirements

Complete other needed requirements which involve entering your Full name, Date of Birth, and security questions. After that, click on Continue.

Step 6: Choose Payment method and billing address

Choose your preferred method of Payment, enter your billing address, and then click on Continue.

Step 7: Confirm Your Email Address

You’ll be prompted to confirm your email address and after that, you’ll be able to access different Apple services with your new Apple ID.

Conclusion

It is now easy to create Apple ID on any device irrespective of the operating system.

However, it is not limited to only Apple iPhone or Mac users, you can simply use your PC and Android devices to create Apple ID.

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Fortune Osinachi is an experienced freelance tech writer specializing in consumer technology. With 5 years of expertise, he delves into comprehensive guides for iOS, macOS, and Windows on Techvocast. His work also extends to prominent online media platforms including What Gadget, iGeekPhone, Xiaomitoday, and MobiGaming.
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