Amazon Web Services

Creating Your First AWS Account¶

Introduction¶

This tutorial will guide you through the basics of creating your first AWS account.

Step 1: Visit the AWS Homepage¶

Navigate to the AWS homepage.
Click on the "Create an AWS Account" button, usually located at the top right corner.

You'll be prompted to enter your email address. If you already have an Amazon account, you can use that email. Otherwise, create a new one.
Choose "I am a new user" and click on "Sign in using our secure server".
Fill in the required details, including your name, email, and desired password.

Step 3: Contact Information¶

Choose "Professional" if you're setting this up for your organization or work. Otherwise, choose "Personal".
Fill in the required contact details. Ensure the information is accurate, as AWS might use it for verification purposes.

Step 4: Payment Information¶

Enter your credit card details. AWS requires this even for the Free Tier, but you won't be charged unless you exceed the Free Tier limits.

Step 5: Identity Verification¶

AWS will call you to verify your identity. Enter the PIN you receive during the call.

Step 6: Choose a Support Plan¶

AWS offers various support plans. For starters, you can choose the "Basic Plan" which is free.

Step 7: Confirmation¶

Once all steps are completed, you'll receive a confirmation message. Congratulations, you now have an AWS account!

Step 8: Access AWS Services¶

After setting up your account, you can access the AWS Management Console to explore various AWS services.

Note: Always set a budget to monitor your usage to avoid unexpected charges. AWS Free Tier offers a generous amount of resources, but exceeding those limits can result in charges.