How to Create an Account in WeChat Using Your iOS Devices

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1

   Step 1: Open WeChat.

   It's a green app with two white speech bubbles.
   
   You'll first need to download WeChat from the App Store if you haven't done so already.
2. 2

   Step 2: Tap Sign Up.

   This option is in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
   
   You may first have to tap Allow or Don't Allow on a window prompting you to enable notifications for WeChat. , Do so in the "Mobile number" field in the middle of this page.
   
   You can also change your current country or region by tapping the link above the "Mobile number" field and then selecting an area. , It's a green button in the middle of the page. , Doing so will prompt WeChat to send a verification code to your phone number. , You should see a message with the text "WeChat verification code (1234) is only used to change linking..." at the top of your recent messages. , It goes in the "Enter code" field in the middle of the page. , This option is below the "Enter code" field. , The name you choose here is how contacts will see you on WeChat.
   
   If you had a previous account with WeChat tied to the same phone number that you just entered, you'll be asked whether or not you want to use that account information.
   
   To continue creating a new account, tap No, continue signing up. , Doing so will finish setting up your WeChat account.
   
   You'll also have the option of allowing WeChat access to your contacts after finishing the account setup.
3. 3

   Step 3: Type in your phone number.

4. 4

   Step 4: Tap Sign Up.

5. 5

   Step 5: Tap OK.

6. 6

   Step 6: Open your phone's messages.

7. 7

   Step 7: Type the WeChat code into WeChat.

8. 8

   Step 8: Tap Submit.

9. 9

   Step 9: Type in your preferred name.

10. 10

    Step 10: Tap Next.

Detailed Guide

About the Author