Creating An Account

  1. Enter www.livejournal.com in your browser’s search window. Note: It is preferred that this is done in Internet Explorer, but it is not required.
  2. Click “Create account” in the upper right hand side of the screen.



  3. Type in a username – most people use their instant messaging screen names. Note: Entering in a screen name here does not guarantee it is available.
  4. Type in a password. Retype the password again, exactly as before.
  5. Check or uncheck the selected friends based on your preference.
  6. Type in your birthday to confirm you are over 13 years old.
  7. Select “Free Account” unless you want to pay for additional livejournal services. Note: This tutorial is designed for a free account. Also, there is a chart below the selection that explains the difference between paid and free accounts.
  8. Scroll down to the seventh step and read the terms of service.
  9. Select the box beneath the terms of service.



  10. Type the letters you see in the box to prove you’re not a computer trying to create an account. You’re Not Done Yet!!!
  11. Check you’re email for a link that livejournal.com sends you to verify you’re account. SAVE the email! Now you have created you’re account!