1. Create an AWS Account
Go to the AWS homepage.
In the top right corner, click on "Create an AWS Account" or "Sign Up". If you see "Sign In" instead, click it and then look for an option to create a new account.
Follow the prompts to create your account:
- Provide an email address and AWS account name
- Create a password
- Enter your contact information. If prompted to select an account type, choose 'personal'.
- Provide a valid credit card for billing (you won't be charged for free tier services)
- Verify your identity
- Choose a support plan (Basic is free and sufficient for most users)