There are multiple ways you can choose from: In addition to creating an Apple ID during the setup process, you can also do it later on your device. When a new dialogue pops up, you need to fill in your basic information including your first name, last name, email address (this will be your Apple ID), password, phone number, etc. When you set up a new device, you can tap on Create Apple ID. It is totally free to create an Apple ID. Therefore, let's move on to learn more about Apple ID. Only with an Apple ID, can you use Apple TV+ or Apple Music, make App Store purchases, track and protect your Apple devices with Find My, sync photos to iCloud, and it helps reset forgotten Mac password. And it syncs your subscription, payment information, etc., that you use across all your Apple devices. Apple ID is a personal account you use to access Apple services like the App Store, iCloud, Messages, FaceTime, and more. For the first time to use Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, and MacBook Air/Pro, it will ask you to sign in with your Apple ID to set up a new device.