If you don't have a screen name yet, it only takes a couple minutes to get one for free. To get a free screen name, click on the Sign In link at the top of the page, then click Sign up for a FREE Screen Name and follow these easy instructions.
How do I get a free screen name?
First, enter the screen name that you would like. We recommend picking a name that is unique to you. For example, combine some part (or parts) of your name, words related to your city, favourite team, sport, hobby, profession, etc. Some examples:
Lilkid65
Joe2Doe
Jacksmith25
- Your screen name must be between 3 and 16 characters long
- A screen name must always start with a letter
Alternatively, you may create a screen name by simply using your existing email address (eg, johndoe@domain_name.com). This must be a valid email address no longer than 97 characters in length.
If your desired screen name happens to be taken, don't worry. The Screen Name Service can recommend one for you or you can submit another selection. If you would like us to recommend one, enter some words that describe you (eg, your name, your hobbies, your occupation, your area code) and then click Next. Then simply choose the screen name you want. You can also see additional choices based on the words you provided or by changing the words you supplied to us. Remember your password and guard it as you would the pin to your ATM card.
If you attempt to use your email address to create your screen name and receive a message that the address is already in use, click the Confirm Ownership on the message page. You will receive an email at this address which will include instructions on how to claim the email address.
You will receive an email confirming that you selected a screen name. Please reply to this confirmation within 48 hours to ensure full access to your favourite services. If you created a screen name using an existing email address, you will receive an email requesting that you confirm the use of that email address as a screen name. To submit a confirmation you must click on the confirmation link within that email before your email address will be activated as your screen name.
