Wikipedia:Request an account

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This page is for requesting a Wikipedia account be created for you if you are unable to create one yourself.

This is typically due to:

Being unable to see or complete the required CAPTCHA image verification step.
Choosing a username that is too similar to an existing username (in these cases, an account creator can approve the creation of similar usernames if certain criteria are met).
Using a shared IP address or network connection (such as a public, school, or enterprise network) that has been blocked from editing Wikipedia, restricting you from creating an account yourself.
Matching certain blacklisted criteria.

Are you in the right place?
This page is only for requesting the creation of a new Wikipedia account. This page is not for requesting assistance with an existing account, or the recovery of a lost account.
If you are trying to...	Then...
access your existing Wikipedia account, but are having issues logging in	try resetting your password
change the username of your existing Wikipedia account	create a username change request
edit Wikipedia but are unable to because you are blocked	try appealing your block
create an article or edit Wikipedia but need help	ask for editing assistance

The account request service is unavailable at this time.

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