Create apple id with gmail

Hello, I need some help with creating a new apple id account using a gmail address. Based on online information about it, it should feasible. However, the moment I insert my gmail address as a username, I get the error message that this address is not available.


Could anyone help please?

iPad Wi-Fi, iOS 11.4.1

Posted on Aug 21, 2018 10:39 AM

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Posted on Aug 21, 2018 11:09 PM

You might have already registered. Check if you can reset the password with the email you are trying to use. If you can reset password, you already registered.

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Aug 21, 2018 11:08 PM in response to HelenaGr

If your e-mail address was associated with the ID in any way, for example as a Reachable at or Rescue e-mail address, then it can't be reused with another Apple ID for approximately one year. I have also seen posts that stated Apple told them there was a 30 day waiting period before the address could be used again. You will need to get another e-mail address to use as your Apple ID.


If you create a new ID, you lose access to all your prior purchases. Consider doing a name change instead.


Apple ID Name Change



What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.

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