How to Get a Free Email Account

Last Updated: February 16, 2022

Ever wondered how to communicate with friends and family over the web? Now you can with the amazing world of Emails! Here's a quick guide on how to create a FREE account.

Steps

1
Open your Internet provider and go to AOL.com
2
On the top right corner of the screen click the Sign in button.

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3
On the bottom of the Screen there will be a sentence that says:Get a Free Username. Click that sentence.
4
Fill out personal information ie: Name, address, and birth date.
5
After you are finished there will be a welcome message in your mailbox.
6
Watch the guide video provided.
7
Add your contacts either by hand or by linking email accounts.
8
Have fun and don't forget to sign out.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I get an email account?

Community Answer

It depends on what platform you want to use. Go to the provider, like Gmail, then follow the on-screen instructions.
Question

Is it safe for a child to have an email account?

Community Answer

Yes, as long as they're not sharing any personal information over the account (without a parent's permission).
Question

Will my last name and birthday show up when I get an email?

Community Answer

It all depends on your e-mail provider. Try reading the EULA or an FAQ, and if you don't get your answers that way just try asking a question on forums or on the website's page.