Do you still use Hotmail or Outlook? Are you tired of how limiting those accounts can be? Or do you just want to upgrade your email address?
Gmail is one of the best and most popular email services available today. It strikes the perfect balance between powerful features and usability and offers 15 GB of free cloud storage.
Creating a free account is also incredibly easy, and you can have multiple accounts, making it the go-to email service for many people. As of April 2022, Gmail had a market share of 29.5% in the email client space.
Whether you need a new email account for business or personal use or your spam mail, here’s everything you need to know about creating a new Gmail account.
- How to set up a Gmail account on a PC
- How to set up a Gmail account on your phone
- How to set up a Gmail account for an existing email address
How to set up a Gmail account on a PC
You can create a new Gmail account on your PC with these straightforward steps.
Step 1: Visit Gmail's website
The first step to creating a Gmail account is to visit the Gmail website. Next, click on a blue button that says "Create an account" in the top-right corner of the page.
Step 2: Fill in your information
You'll need to input your first and last name and the username you'd like for your email address. The username is what comes before "@gmail.com" in your email address (for instance, in "[email protected],” the username is “example”).
You'll also need to set a strong password. Once you've done all of that, click on "Next."
Step 3: Verify your phone number
Next, you must verify your phone number. You can choose to receive a verification code via text message or voice call. When you receive the code, type it into the verification box and click "Verify."
Step 4: Accept Google's terms of service and privacy policy
After verifying your phone number, the next step is to accept Google's terms of service and privacy policy.
Step 5: Personalize your account
Your Gmail dashboard will be the next page you'll see. This is where you can view your emails, create and send new emails, and set up Gmail to forward your emails to another address if you'd like.
You can also personalize your account by adding a profile picture and filling in your personal information.
Step 6: Sign in to your new Gmail account
To sign in to your Gmail account, all you have to do is visit Gmail's website and click on the "Sign in" button in the top-right corner of the page, then enter your email and password.
How to set up a Gmail account on your phone
You don't need a computer to create a Gmail account. You can easily create one with your smartphone. The steps are pretty much the same whether you use an Android or iPhone.
Step 1: Open the Gmail app
First things first, open the Gmail app on your phone. If you don't have it installed, you can download it for free from the Google Play Store on Android or the App Store on your iPhone.
Step 2: Tap the "Add account" button
Once you open the Gmail app, tap "Sign in," and then tap on the "Add account" button.
Step 3: Select "Google"
You'll see a list of different email providers. Since you're setting up a Gmail account, select "Google."
Step 4: Create your email address and password
You'll be asked to enter your email address on the next screen. Tap the "Create account" button at the bottom of the screen.
In the next few screens, you’ll create your new email address and password.
Step 5: Set up your account
You'll also need to select your profile picture, enter your name, and set up any other preferences you may have.
Step 6: Accept the terms of service
After setting up your account, you'll be asked to accept the terms of service. Read through them carefully and tap "I agree" to continue.
Step 7: Sign in to your new account
To access your new account on your phone, simply open the Gmail app and choose from the list of accounts.
How to set up a Gmail account for an existing email address
You also can create a Gmail account with a non-Gmail email address.
To do this, go through the account creation process on your phone or computer. But when you get to the account creation page, instead of creating a new email address, click “Use my current email address instead.”
Type in your current email address and click "Next." You'll be required to verify your existing email with the code sent there. When you type in the code, click "Verify," and that's it. You've created a Gmail account with your current email address.
FAQs
However, Android doesn't limit you to one Google account per device. As with Windows and macOS, you can set up multiple logins and switch between them. This means, for example, that you're able to share an Android tablet with your partner or jump between work and personal Google accounts on your phone.
Can you have your Gmail account on two devices? ›
However, Android doesn't limit you to one Google account per device. As with Windows and macOS, you can set up multiple logins and switch between them. This means, for example, that you're able to share an Android tablet with your partner or jump between work and personal Google accounts on your phone.
How do I sync my Gmail on my phone and computer? ›
Check Gmail sync settings
- Open the Gmail app .
- On the left, tap Menu. Settings.
- Tap your account.
- Make sure the box next to "Sync Gmail" is checked.
You can add both Gmail and non-Gmail accounts to the Gmail app for Android. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Gmail app . In the top right, tap your profile picture. Tap Add another account.
How can I open my Gmail account on other devices? ›
- On an Android phone or tablet, open a browser app, like Chrome.
- Open a private window. To learn how, select an app: Chrome. ...
- Go to a Google service, like www.google.com, and sign in to your account.
- When you're done using the web, close all private windows or sign out. To sign out:
Step 1: Open your primary Gmail account.
- Step 2: Click on your profile picture.
- Step 3: A dropdown menu will appear. ...
- Step 4: Enter the email address of your second Gmail account. ...
- Step 5: Google will then ask you for your password. ...
- Step 4: From there, click on “Create an account”.
- Step 6: A form will pop up.
If you have more than one Google Account, you can sign in to multiple accounts at once. That way, you can switch between accounts without signing out and back in again. Your accounts have separate settings, but in some cases, settings from your default account might apply.
How do I sync my Gmail across all devices? ›
To back up and synchronize Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts
Tap Settings > Accounts. If there is no Google account yet, tap Add account. Tap the Automatically sync data switch to enable the function.
How can I receive emails on both my phone and my computer? ›
IMAP is the current standard for syncing your emails in organized folders across multiple devices, so that you see the same folders and messages wherever and however you access your email. This includes via webmail, on your computer or from your tablet or phone.
How do I sync my Google account across devices? ›
Syncing Google Chrome Across Devices
- On the top right-hand menu of Google Chrome, open the menu and select Settings.
- If you have not signed into your Google account, select "Turn on sync..." and sign in when prompted.
- Once signed in, any bookmarks and settings should automatically sync. ...
- Select "Manage what you sync"
How to Create a Second Gmail Account
- Log in to your main Gmail account.
- Navigate to your profile picture (upper-right corner) and select + Add account (or + Add another account, if you're already signed in to multiple accounts).
Think of it this way: All Gmail.com accounts are Google accounts, but not all Google accounts are Gmail.com accounts. For example, a user can sign up for a Google account with her @yahoo.com email address.
How do I keep my two Gmail accounts separate? ›
On your computer, go to Gmail. At the top right, click Settings . Next to "Inbox type," select Multiple inboxes. To change multiple inbox settings, click Customize.
Can I have my Gmail account on 2 devices? ›
Yes you can be logged into the same Google account on 2 different devices.
How can I add my Gmail account to another device? ›
Navigate to the email settings on your device, then select Add Account. Select Google. Follow the instructions to connect your account. When you're done, you'll be able to send and receive emails from your Gmail account in the Mail app.
How do I associate a Google account with a device? ›
How to add one or multiple Google Accounts to your device
- If you haven't already, set up a Google account.
- Open your device's Settings app.
- Tap Accounts Add account. Google.
- Follow the instructions to add your account.
- If needed, repeat steps to add multiple accounts.
Can you have shared inboxes for Gmail? Yes, have shared inboxes for Gmail. A shared inbox allows multiple people to access and manage the same set of emails. This can be useful for teams or groups that need to collaborate on a specific set of emails.
Can two phones use the same email address? ›
Having two phones connected to the same email address can be convenient for accessing emails, contacts, calendars, and other synchronized data across devices. Here's what typically happens: 1> Email Synchronization: Both phones will receive emails sent to the shared email address.
Will Google Account on multiple devices show different history? ›
Users can switch their location history from On to Off or vice versa of each device registered to a Google account. The location history of Google cannot differentiate between devices.
How do I share my Gmail account with multiple users? ›
See all settings.
Click the Accounts and Import or Accounts tab. In the "Grant access to your account" section, click Add another account. If you're using Gmail through your work or school, your organization may restrict email delegation. If you don't see this setting, contact your admin.
