In addition to iOS devices and Macs, Apple IDs can be created on other platforms via Apple's native apps such as iTunes, Apple Music, and Apple TV+.

Create an Apple ID on your Windows PC

  1. Open iTunes for Windows. Make sure that you have the latest version.

  2. From the menu bar at the top of your computer screen or at the top of the iTunes window, choose Account > Sign In. Then click Create New Apple ID.

Create an Apple ID on another device

To create an Apple ID on an Apple TV, Android device, smart TV, or streaming device, you can usually follow the steps provided onscreen and enter your full name, date of birth, an email address or phone number, and a payment method. You need to create an Apple ID when you subscribe to services like Apple Music and Apple TV+, or when you download the Apple TV app.

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June 6, 2024 - This seems like it would be simple… I have an elderly relative. Her first computer was a Bondi Blue iMac, using AOL for email. Later we moved her email to Comcast. When it became time to create an Apple ID, we used the Comcast email address, because that was her only email.
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If you don’t see onscreen instructions after turning on iCloud Mail on your Mac, you already have a primary iCloud email address. Go to icloud.com/mail, then sign in to your Apple Account (if necessary). Select Create Email Address, then follow the onscreen instructions to create an iCloud ...
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Is it possible to create an iCloud email
Yes, you can create an iCloud.com email address even if you originally created your Apple ID using a Gmail address and a Windows PC. Here's how: Go to iCloud.com/mail and sign in with your Apple ID (which is your Gmail address). If you see a "Create Email Address" option, click on it and follow the on-screen instructions to create your iCloud.com email address. If you see your inbox instead, it means you already have an iCloud email address associated with your Apple ID. More on reddit.com
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Follow the onscreen instructions to create an iCloud Mail address. If you don’t see onscreen instructions after turning on iCloud Mail on your Mac, you already have a primary iCloud email address. More on discussions.apple.com
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Is it possible to create a new @icloud.com email address to use as the 'Apple ID' for an existing Apple ID account?

When you change your Apple ID to an @icloud or @me, you can’t change it back to a third party. So I assume you went from gmail.com and then changed it/added @iCloud or @me. Your gmail might be considered an alias in that case. You can remove your gmail and you’ll be able to sign in with your iCloud or @me instead.

Under name,phone numbers, and email. Do you see all Apple ID’s (gmail and iCloud and @me) or just one?

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The only way to create an iCloud email account is from a compatible Apple device: * iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch running at least iOS 5 * MacBook, iMac, Mac Mini and Mac Pro running at least OS X 10.7.5 (Lion) For more information on this, please ...
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The Success! window indicates your ... try the steps again, or select Advanced setup and follow the prompts. On the View tab, select View settings, or on the File tab, select Account info....
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How to create an iCloud account
April 16, 2024 - Verify your email address using the confirmation email sent to your inbox. Your Apple ID is ready for use. You can use this Apple ID to access iCloud services across all your iOS devices. If you have devices from various manufacturers, you can create an iCloud account on your Windows PC. Make sure you have the latest version of the iTunes store for Windows downloaded on your computer.
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1 month ago - Tap Create a Free Apple Account. Select your birthday and enter your name. Tap Continue. Provide your email address. This primary email address will be what you use to sign in to your Apple Account. If you don’t have an email address, tap “Don’t have an email address?” to get a free iCloud email address. Follow the onscreen steps to verify your email address, create a strong password, set your country or region, and set up two-factor authentication.
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