How to Create a Google Account

The Google search engine is used by millions of people. This popular name has become a household word when it comes to finding the necessary information. Corresponding accounts are being implemented as registration methods on many resources for example: Reddit, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter(X).

Below are instructions on how to create your own Google account, as well as some helpful tips.

More about accounts

These tools are used to provide access to numerous services. The full range of possibilities is opened to the owners of such records. A number of functions simplify work on certain sites for example: automatic filling of forms and submission of recommendations. Users are also provided with settings that "customize" their security and protection. People working on the Internet have nothing to fear - all the filled passwords and bank card numbers are "locked" from strangers. The account is often linked to the Gmail mailbox.

As for the capabilities, the following actions are available to Google profile owners:

Watch YouTube videos from the position where they were stopped.
Synchronization of information between separate services - for example, between mail and Google calendar.
Quick login to social network profiles and other sites. No need for "manual" registration.

Procedure for creating a new account

When registering a profile, the following work order is appropriate:

Open the form, then click the "Create an account" button - it is located to the left of the "Next" option.

Select its type from two available options: "For yourself" or "For business management". The second one implies advanced settings (company profile as a whole, address, details), and the first one is suitable for any user.

Enter your first and last name in the appropriate fields: this can be done in either Russian or English.

Come up with and "fill in" your own login. Such an indicator should consist of punctuation marks, numbers and Latin characters. The login usually replaces the e-mail.

Decide on a password. In this field you need to enter at least 8 characters (these include punctuation marks, letters and numbers).

Type the desired password again using the adjacent "Confirm" window. If you have difficulty typing, you can check the "Show password" box.

Click "Next" to continue.

Specify a mobile phone number or a backup email address. Both options protect your account from outside interference (fraudsters, hackers).

In the lower fields, specify your date of birth (lines "Day", "Month", "Year") and gender (male or female). If necessary, you can click the inscription "Why do we collect this information" to learn more about the measures to protect account owners.

Confirm the previously noted phone number by clicking "Send" to receive a six-digit code.

Enter the combination of numbers in the appropriate window, then click "Confirm".

If you want, you can skip the next step - marking your phone number for Google's helper services.

Accept the privacy and account usage terms to complete the work.

Possible problems and solutions

At the registration stage, individual users have the following questions:

How to check if you have a Google account. When logging into certain resources, you should indicate the information that was noted at the stage of its creation. By clicking on the inscription "Forgot your password", the profile owner can indicate his own phone number or email address. If there is no account, an error message will appear.
Where notifications are sent. Their primary address is the Gmail mailbox noted earlier. An alternative location can be any other address not associated with Google. This parameter should be changed if necessary.
What to do if the address is already taken. The same mailbox cannot be used twice if we are talking about registering a new account. Two scenarios are relevant here. The first is when an old profile was already linked to it. The second is when the owner worked with a person who has a Google Workspace profile , and the visitor status mark remains.

Adding (changing) a backup phone number

This action is necessary to protect personal information. When changing contact information, confirmation codes may be sent to the previous number for 7 days. Instructions depending on the platform are provided below. Regardless of the method used, you need to select those numbers that are actively used and allow you to receive SMS.

PC method

The order of work looks like this:

1. Go to the page "myaccount.google.com" (without quotes).

2. On the left panel, select the "Personal Information" tab.

3. Perform the command "Phone" (located in the "Contact information" section) - "Add".

4. If necessary, the existing combination of numbers can be changed to another by clicking on the corresponding icon.

Mobile method (Android)

Smartphones use a different approach. The main steps are:

1. Go to device settings.

2. Run the command "Google" - "Account Management". Click "Security" at the top of the screen.

3. Click "Backup phone number" from the "Identity verification methods" section (the user will need to log in to the account).

4. Add or change a combination of numbers. The second option is performed by clicking on the corresponding icon.

Mobile method (iOS)

The steps to perform the operation are similar to Android, but the procedure changes only at the first stage. The owner of an "apple" device (iPhone, iPad ) must have a separate GMail application . Going to the "myaccount.google.com" page also works.

Alternative method (SMSLIVE)

Professionals can use another method - creating a virtual combination of numbers using the SMSLIVE service. This option does not require a SIM card, and people can choose foreign numbers (Germany, France, USA, Australia, etc.). The desired number can be obtained quickly, but for this it is worth doing the following:

Confirm Your SMSLIVE.PRO Account: Log in using your credentials, or sign up.

Go to the 'Activation' Section

Choose Google from Service List: This will ensure you receive a number that is suitable for Facebook account setup.

Select Your Preferred Country and Check Pricing: Virtual number costs can vary depending on the country. Choose a country based on your requirements and budget.

Pay for the Virtual Number: Ensure your account has sufficient funds, then proceed to pay for the virtual number. After payment, you will gain access to the number.

Copy the Provided Virtual Number: This number is necessary for completing your Google account registration.

Remember, the success of SMS verification may depend on the selected country and mobile carrier. If you encounter any issues, reaching out to the service's customer support team can provide assistance.