How to Create a Lyft Account

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Lyft app.

   It's a pink app with the word "lyft" in bold, white text.
   
   If you haven't downloaded Lyft, do so from your iPhone's App Store or the Google Play Store on your Android device.
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   Step 2: Tap Get Started.

   ,, Doing so generates an SMS (text) message with a verification code. ,, If you didn't receive a text or the code expired, tap Resend code to get a new one. ,, Lyft sends email receipts after each ride.
   
   You can also upload a profile picture, if you wish to do so. ,, Tap Not now to enable them later or OK to start receiving notifications right away. , To do so, set your location on the map, tap Set pickup, then tap Request Lyft.
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   Step 3: Enter your phone number.

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   Step 4: Tap Next.

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   Step 5: Open the text from Lyft.

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   Step 6: Enter the code in the spaces on your screen.

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   Step 7: Enter your first and last name.

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   Step 8: Enter your preferred email address.

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   Step 9: Read the Terms of Service and tap Accept.

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    Step 10: Decide whether or not you want Lyft to send notifications to you.

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    Step 11: Schedule your first Lyft ride.

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