Editing How to Create a Gmail Account (section)

=== On Desktop ===

# '''Visit the Gmail Website'''  Open your browser and go to www.gmail.com.  Click the '''"Create account"''' button, usually located at the top-right or bottom of the sign-in page. Select '''"For my personal use"''' from the dropdown menu.
# '''Enter Personal Information'''  Fill in the form with:
#* '''First and Last Name''': Enter your name (last name is optional).
#* '''Username''': Choose a unique username for your email (e.g., yourname@gmail.com). If taken, try adding numbers or periods (e.g., yourname123@gmail.com) or select a suggested option.
#* '''Password''': Create a strong password (at least 8 characters, including letters, numbers, and symbols). Confirm the password.  Click '''Next'''.
# '''Add Birth Date and Gender'''  Enter your birth date (you must be at least 13 years old) and select your gender or choose '''"Rather not say"'''. Click '''Next'''.
# '''Add Recovery Details (Optional)'''
#* Enter a phone number or recovery email for account security and recovery. Google may send a verification code via SMS or email.
#* If you prefer, click '''Skip''' to bypass this step.  If you provide a phone number, enter the verification code sent to you and click '''Verify'''.
# '''Review and Accept Terms'''  Review Google’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Scroll down and click '''I Agree''' to proceed.
# '''Account Created'''  You’ll be redirected to your Gmail inbox. You’re now ready to send and receive emails! Optionally, customize your inbox by adding a profile picture, setting up a signature, or organizing contacts.