Step 1: Go to Your Google Account
- If you’re already logged into a Google account, click on your profile icon (top-right corner) in any Google service, such as Gmail or Google Drive.
- In the drop-down menu, click “Add another account.”
Step 2: Go to Google Account Creation Page
- Once you’re on the sign-in page for adding a new account, click "Create account" at the bottom of the sign-in options.
- Then, choose “For myself” or “For my business”, depending on your needs.
Alternatively, if you're not automatically redirected, go to this link to start creating the account:
https://accounts.google.com/signup/v2/webcreateaccount.
Step 3: Choose "Use my current email address instead"
- On the Google Sign-Up page, instead of entering a Gmail address, click "Use my current email address instead" below the "Username" field.
Step 4: Enter Your Office Email Address
- In the "Email address" field, enter your office email (e.g., [email protected]).
- Create a strong password, confirm it, and click "Next."
Step 5: Verify Your Office Email Address
- Google will send a verification email to your office email.
- Check your email inbox and find the verification code.
- Enter the code on the Google sign-up page and click "Verify."
Step 6: Fill in Personal Information
- Provide your First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, and Gender.
- Click "Next."
Step 7: Add Recovery Information (Optional)
- You can add a phone number and an optional recovery email to help recover your account if needed.
- Click "Next."
Step 8: Agree to Google’s Terms
- Review Google's Privacy and Terms:
https://policies.google.com/terms. - Scroll down and click “I agree” to accept.
Step 9: Account Creation Complete
- Your Google account is now created using your office email.
- You can switch between your accounts by clicking your profile icon in any Google service.
Optional: Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- To enhance security, go to Google Account Security and set up 2FA.
- Follow the instructions to add your phone number for additional verification when signing in.
Now you can access Google services with your office email!