Apple has stopped using iTunes-specific accounts and now all of its services are provided to those with an Apple ID. The steps to create an Apple ID are almost identical to those that were required to create an iTunes account.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Using a Computer
Step 1. Open iTunes
You can create an Apple ID directly from the iTunes application.
Step 2. Click the Shop menu
Select "Create Apple ID" from the menu. You will need to read and accept the legal conditions before you can proceed further.
Step 3. Fill out the form
After accepting the legal conditions you will need to fill in a form with your account information, such as your email address, password, security questions and date of birth.
- If you don't want to receive Apple's newsletter, uncheck the boxes at the end of the form.
- Make sure the email address you specified is valid, or else you won't be able to activate your account.
Step 4. Enter your payment information
If you want to make purchases on iTunes, you will need to enter a valid credit card information. You must provide a valid payment method even if you do not want a credit card associated with your account. You can remove your credit card information later, or you can alternatively use the method described at the end of this article.
Step 5. Verify your account
After completing the form, Apple will send a verification message to the email address you provided. This message contains a link titled "Verify Now" which will allow you to activate your account. It may take a few minutes to receive this message.
On the verification page that opens when you click on the link you will need to enter your e-mail address and the password you chose earlier. Your email address will be your new Apple ID, and you will need to use it every time you want to log in
Method 2 of 3: Using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
Step 1. Open the Settings app, which is usually found on the home screen
Scroll down the screen and select the "iTunes and App Store" option.
Step 2. Make sure you are not authenticated
If you are logged in with an existing Apple ID you will need to log out before creating a new one. To do this, select "Apple ID" and then "Log out".
Step 3. Select "Create a New Apple ID"
The new account creation phase will begin.
Step 4. Select your country
Before proceeding with the account creation you will need to select the country from which you are logging in. If you travel often, choose your home country. You will need to read and accept the legal conditions before you can proceed further.
Step 5. Enter the required data
You will need to enter a valid email address, password, security questions and your date of birth.
Step 6. Enter your payment information
If you want to make purchases on iTunes you will need to enter a valid credit card. You must provide a valid payment method even if you do not want a credit card associated with your account. You can remove the credit card information later, or alternatively you can use the method described at the end of this article.
Step 7. Verify your account
After completing the form, Apple will send a verification message to the email address you provided. This message contains a link titled "Verify Now" which will allow you to activate your account. It may take a few minutes to receive this message.
On the verification page that opens when you click on the link you will need to enter your e-mail address and the password you chose earlier. Your email address will be your new Apple ID, and you will need to use it every time you want to log in
Method 3 of 3: Create an Apple ID without a Credit Card
Step 1. Open the App Store on your computer or Apple device
You will need to download and install a free app before you can create an account without using a credit card.
Step 2. Find a free app
The app in question can be of any type, as long as it is free. Preferably look for an app that you will then actually use. If you can't find one, choose any app; you can delete it after creating the account.
Step 3. Install the app
Select the "Free" button located at the top. You will be prompted to sign in with your Apple ID.
Step 4. Select "Create Apple ID"
When asked to log in with your account, choose to create a new one instead. The account creation phase will begin.
Step 5. Fill out the forms
After accepting the legal conditions you can fill in the forms to request the creation of an account. See the methods described above for how to fill in these forms.
Step 6. Select "None" as the payment method
In the "Payment Method" section you will have the possibility to choose "None" as the payment method. This is the only way to create an Apple ID without providing an initial payment method.
On an iPhone or iPod Touch you may need to scroll down the page to find this option
Step 7. Finish the account creation phase
After completing the forms, a verification email will be sent to the address provided above. You will need to follow the link in the message text to verify your account.
