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How do I create a Chess.com account?
How do I create a Chess.com account?

Here's a step-by-step guide fuiding you through the process of creating your own Chess.com account and start your chess journey today!

Updated over 2 months ago

How to create an account

Create your own account to track your progress, have fun with your friends, and enjoy all the features we offer!

If you're getting error RG45 or RP13 when creating your account, please refer to this article: I'm getting error code RG45, what should I do?

Web

Steps

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Visit the Sign-Up page

  • From the Chess.com home page, click 'Sign Up' on the left-side menu

  • Alternatively, you can click here

Choose your sign-up method

  • You can sign up using an email address, phone number, Facebook, Google, or Apple.

  • If you choose a social media account, you will be prompted to log in with that account. Once signed in, your social media login info will be linked to your new Chess.com account, so you won't need to create a separate password. You will simply log in through your chosen social media account.

  • If you signed up with your phone number and haven't received the verification code, make sure that you’re using a mobile number (not a landline) and that your country code is correct.

Select your skill level

  • Choose your skill level to determine your starting rating:

     New to chess -  400
         Beginner -  800
     Intermediate - 1200
         Advanced - 1600

Enter your email and password

  • Please enter an email you have access to to activate your account.

  • Choose a strong password that is at least 8 characters long and includes letters and numbers.

    • Weak passwords (e.g., 123456) will not be accepted.

Pick your username

  • This is the name others will see when playing chess. Ensure it follows community guidelines. If the name is already taken, you’ll need to choose another.

Customize your chessboard

and pieces

  • Choose a theme for how you want your chessboard and pieces to look.

    • This can be changed or customized further after you finish creating your account.

Connect with friends

  • You can select friends to connect with from Facebook or invite them by email.

  • Click 'Later' to skip this step.

Enable notifications

  • Choose whether you want to enable notifications or not.

Mobile

Steps

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Visit the Sign-Up page

  • Tap 'Sign Up' at the top left corner of your screen.

  • If you are using an Android device this option will be at the top left corner.

Choose your sign-up method

  • You can sign up using an email address, phone number, Facebook, Google, or Apple.

  • If you choose a social media account, you will be prompted to log in with that account. Once signed in, your social media login info will be linked to your new Chess.com account, so you won't need to create a separate password. You will simply log in through your chosen social media account.

  • If you signed up with your phone number and haven't received the verification code, make sure that you’re using a mobile number (not a landline) and that your country code is correct.

Pick your username

  • This is the name others will see when playing chess. Ensure it follows community guidelines.

    • If the name is already taken, you’ll need to choose another.

  • Click 'Create Account' when you've got your username.

Select your skill level

  • Choose your skill level to determine your starting rating:

     New to chess -  400
         Beginner -  800
     Intermediate - 1200
         Advanced - 1600

Customize your chessboard

and pieces

  • Choose a theme for how you want your chessboard and pieces to look

  • This can be changed or customized further after you finish creating your account

Connect with friends

  • You can select friends to connect with from Facebook or invite them by email.

  • Click 'Later' to skip this step.

Activate your account!

Please remember to check your email! Once your account is created, you'll receive an activation email that's essential for full access to our platform.

You won’t be able to chat or post in forums until your account is activated. If you don't see the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you still can’t find it, contact our Support team for assistance.

After activating your account, you'll need to participate in 10 games of any type to fully unlock your account for normal posting and chatting.

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