There are two ways to create an iTunes Account/Apple ID on your iPhone. Before you start, make sure you have downloaded iTunes and have internet access.
Create an iTunes Account with a Credit Card
Go to iTunes & App Store
- Tap
“Settings” from the home screen and go to “iTunes & App Store”.
- Tap “Create New Apple ID”.
- Select your country or region that will match the billing address for your payment method. Tap “Done” to confirm your selection and tap “Next”.
- Tap “Agree” in the bottom right corner and a pop-up window will ask for confirmation. Tap “Agree”.
Provide Apple ID Details
- Type in your email[1] and password[2],
- Choose 3 security questions and give your answers.[3]
- Enter the Optional Rescue Email.[4]
- Enter your date of birth. Turn on the subscription if you would like to receive email notifications from iTunes Store and Apple.
- Click “Next”.
Provide a Payment Method
- Choose your payment method. Enter your card details and expiration date.
- Enter a code or gift certificate code if you have one.
- Enter your Billing Address and phone number.
- Click “Next”.
Verify Your Account
- Tap “Done” and check your email box for a verification email from Apple.
- Click “Verify Now” in the email.
- On the Apple ID page, verify your email address by entering the email address and the password you used to create your Apple ID. Tap “Verify Address”.
- Now you’ve got your iTunes account.
Create an iTunes Account without a Credit Card
Go to the App Store
- From the home screen, tap
“App Store”.
- Select “Top Charts” from the bottom tabs. Tap “Free” and then “Install”.[5]
- Tap “Create New Apple ID”.
- Select your country or region. Tap “Done” to confirm your selection and tap “Next”.
Provide a Payment Method
- The following steps are the same as Create an iTunes Account with a Credit Card until when you select your payment method.
- Select “None”. Enter your Billing Address and phone number. Tap “Next”.
- Tap “Done” and check your email box to verify your account.
Verify Your Account
- Click “Verify Now” in the email.
- On the Apple ID page, verify your email address by entering the email address and the password you used to create your Apple ID. Tap “Verify Address”.
- Now you’ve got your iTunes account.