How to Create a Wechat Account

WeChat is an alternative messaging program that lets you talk, text, and video chat with other users without having to pay for minutes. All WeChat requires is an active internet connection.

Here's a step by step guide for how to create a WeChat account.

Create a WeChat account

You can download the WeChat app for free from the App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play (Android devices), and signing up for your account will only take a moment.

1. Install the WeChat app

You can quickly find WeChat by searching for it in the App Store or Google Play. WeChat is free to install and use, though you may be charged by your carrier for data usage.

2. Launch the app

Once you've installed WeChat, open it from your Home screen.