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Creating a Gmail email

Creating a Gmail email account is the first step to using the internet, sending emails, signing up for websites, and staying connected with friends and family. This step-by-step tutorial shows beginners exactly how to create a Gmail account quickly and safely.

Screenshots and clear instructions are provided to make the process easy for anyone, even if you’ve never used email before.

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1. Open the Gmail Registration Page

1. Go to Gmail
2. Click Create account → choose For myself.


2. Enter Your Personal Information

  • First and last name: enter your real name.

  • Username: choose your Gmail address (for example: yourname@gmail.com).

  • Password: enter a secure password and confirm it.

Tip: Use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols for a strong password.

Click Next to continue.


3. Verify Your Phone Number

Google requires a phone number for security.

  • Enter your number and click Next.

  • Enter the verification code sent via SMS.


4. Add Recovery Information

  • Recovery email address (optional but recommended).

  • Date of birth and gender.

Click Next to continue.


5. Accept Google Privacy and Terms

Read Google’s Privacy and Terms, then click I agree.


6. Access Your Gmail Inbox

Your Gmail account is ready! You can now:

  • Send and receive emails

  • Attach files

  • Organize emails in folders/labels

Tip: Add Gmail to your browser bookmarks and log in on your phone or tablet for easy access.


7. Extra Tips for Beginners

  • Check Spam and Promotions folders regularly

  • Customize your email signature

  • Add a profile picture to easily recognize your account


8. Optional: Mobile Setup

  • Download the Gmail app for Android or iOS

  • Sign in with your new Gmail account

  • Enjoy email access on the go

Thibaut MATHIEU

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Thibaut MATHIEU
Thibaut MATHIEU

Editeur de Premiers Clics

Editor and writer of Premiers Clics, and author of the book “Getting Started with Computers” (only avalaible in french), I share all my computer knowledge to help you learn, using the Premiers Clics computer courses.

Also the manager of a computer support and repair company, I fully understand your needs in computer training and assistance. Every day, I answer my clients’ questions about their computers, phones, or tablets.

This experience has given me extensive knowledge in consumer digital technology, allowing me to separate fact from fiction in device protection, identify the most common user mistakes, and provide numerous tips to make the best use of PCs, smartphones, and tablets.