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Creating an Account
Updated
by Nick Granger
Brief Overview
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a new account on GiftDeals. Creating an account allows you to easily manage your orders and expedite future purchases. Let's get started!
Account Creation
To create a GiftDeals account, please follow these steps:
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Navigate to the GiftDeals Website: Open your web browser and go to the GiftDeals website.
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Locate the "Sign up" Button: On the navigation bar at the top of the page, on the left side, you will see the "Sign up" button. Click on this button to begin the account creation process.
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Enter Your Information: You will be presented with the account creation form.
- First Name: Enter your first name in the first field. (Optional)
- Last Name: Enter your last name in the second field. (Optional)
- Email: Enter your email address in the third field. This is a required field.
- Password: Create a password and enter it in the fourth field. This is a required field. Your password must be at least 5 characters long.
Note: While the fields are not marked as "required," both the email and password fields must be completed to create an account. You will get an error message if either field is missed, if the password is too short, or if the email address has already been used to create an account.
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Submit Your Information: Click the "CREATE" button to submit your information and create your account.
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Verify Your Account: After submitting your information, you'll receive a verification email from GiftDeals at the email address you provided. This email will contain a verification link.
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Activate Your Account: Open the verification email and click on the verification link provided. This will confirm your email address and activate your GiftDeals account.
Important Information
- Email and Password are Required: While the first and last name fields are optional, an email address and password of at least five characters must be entered to create an account.
- Password Requirements: Your password must be a minimum of 5 characters.
- Verification Email: It is important to click the verification link in your email to activate your account. If you do not see the verification email in your inbox, be sure to check your spam folder.
- No Social Login: At this time, GiftDeals does not support social logins (e.g. via Google or Facebook).
- Terms and Conditions: It is not necessary to explicitly agree to these documents during account creation, but by using the GiftDeals website, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
- Device Compatibility: The GiftDeals store is designed to work on all devices, including desktops, mobile phones, and tablets.
- Account Creation Required for Checkout: You must create an account before you can check out with a purchase.
Common Sign-Up Issues
- Missing Verification Email: If you do not receive the verification email, check your spam or junk folder.
- Password Too Short: Make sure your password is at least 5 characters long. If the password is too short, the error message will read: “Password is too short (minimum is 5 characters)."
- Missing Email: If the email field is left blank, the error message will read: “Email can't be blank."
- Missing Password: If the password field is left blank, the error message will read: “Password can't be blank."
- Email Already Registered: If an email is already in use, the error message will read: “This email address is already associated with an account. If this account is yours, you can reset your password."
Summary and Key Takeaways
Creating a GiftDeals account is a simple process that enhances your shopping experience. Remember to verify your email address to activate your account, and ensure your password meets the minimum length requirements.
