How to Create a Google Account Using Your Existing Email Address

To access a Google Ads account (or any Google service) you need to have a Google account, however, this doesn’t mean you need to create a brand new email.

You can create a new Google Account using any existing email address you already own—it does not have to be a Gmail address. This allows you to access Google services (like Ads, Local Services Ads, Drive, Docs, YouTube, etc.) with your current email—without creating a new Gmail inbox.

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide on how to create a Google account using your existing email address:

Step 1: Start Creating Your Account

1. Go to the Google account login page (accounts.google.com/signin) and click "Create Account”.

2. Select “For work or my business”.

3. Click “Get a Gmail address” (the is the free option).

Step 2: Enter Your Personal Info

1. Enter your name.

2. Enter your birthday and gender.

Step 3: Enter and Verify Your Current Email

1. Click “Use your existing email”.

2. Enter your email.

3. Enter the code emailed to you (it can take a moment to receive).

Step 4: Complete Remaining Steps

Complete any remaining steps, such as agreeing to Google’s terms and conditions or setting a password.

That’s It!

You should now be able to accept an invite to a Google Ads account and use Google’s other platforms!

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