# Create your Google Play Developer account

> Learn how to create a Google Play Developer account with this guide. Follow the steps to create a Gmail address, pay the one-time registration fee of 25 USD, and set up your developer account.

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**Creating a Google Developer account is simple and requires only a one-time payment of 25 USD. You need to have a Gmail address that will be associated with your developer account.**

## Create a Gmail Address

If you don't have a Google account yet, visit the [Create your Google Account](https://accounts.google.com/SignUp?service=mail\&continue=https%3A%2F%2Fmail.google.com%2Fmail%2F\&ltmpl=default) page.

1. Fill in your personal information, your email address of choice, and your password.
2. Accept the Terms of Service.
3. Add a profile picture (optional).
4. You're done!

## Create a Google Play Developer Account

The process to create a Google Play Developer account is much simpler than Apple's. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Go to the [Google Play Console](https://play.google.com/apps/publish/signup).
2. Sign in with your Gmail address.
3. Accept the Google Play Developer Distribution Agreement.
4. Pay the registration fee: a one-time payment of **25 USD** to publish all the applications you want. Accepted payment methods are: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover (US only), and Visa Electron (non-US only).
5. Fill in your account information:
   - **Developer name**: this name will be visible to users on Google Play. It's recommended to use your company or application name.
   - **Contact email address**: used for communication with users.
   - **Phone number**: in international format (e.g., +1 555 123 4567).
   - **Website** (optional but recommended): your organization's official website.
6. **Identity verification**: Google may request an identity document (ID card or passport) and business documents (business registration, tax ID, etc.) to validate your account. This step helps strengthen Play Store security.
7. **Account security**: it's highly recommended to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect your developer account.

Your Google Play Developer account is now active and you can start publishing your applications on the Play Store!