How to Create a Mailchimp Account

This article will guide you through the simple steps to set up your new Mailchimp account, starting with a free account and exploring options to upgrade. To begin, you will need access to an email address that you can validate.

Follow these steps to get your Mailchimp account up and running:

Navigate to Mailchimp.com.

Look for the option to sign up for free.

Fill in all the required details on the free account form.

An email will be sent to the address you provided. Follow the instructions within that email to validate your email address. This is a crucial step to activate your account.

After validation, you will have the opportunity to select a plan to upgrade your free account to a standard plan. You can choose to upgrade immediately or continue with the free option if available.

Once you've made your plan selection (or decided to proceed with the free option), finalize the process to create your account.

You can sign up for free to create your initial Mailchimp account. The option to select a plan to upgrade your free account to standard is available after initial sign-up, indicating that a free option exists first.

The sources state you need to fill in the free account form, but they don’t specify the exact types of information required. Generally, you will need to provide basic information such as your name, email address, and possibly some details about your business.

The process requires you to validate your email address. While the sources don't explicitly state the reason, email validation is a common practice to confirm you own the email address and to secure your account.

Happy emailing!