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How to Create a Yahoo Finance Account

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Yahoo Finance is a comprehensive web tool offered by Yahoo where you can get stock quotes, customize personal portfolios and read about market trends and other financial subjects. The good news is that it's free and easy to use Yahoo Finance services. All you need is a Yahoo account to use Yahoo Finance. Follow these simple instructions to create your own Yahoo account in just minutes:

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer with Internet access

    Set up Your Own Yahoo Account

  1. Step 1

    Go to the Yahoo Web site (see Resources below). Find the log-in area and click on the link that says 'Sign Up.'

  2. Step 2

    Type your name and other required information into the fields provided.

  3. Step 3

    Think of a user ID that will identify you to all email and Instant Message recipients. People often opt for some variation of their name, but if you plan to use your Yahoo account to chat with strangers, it might be safer to stick with your first name or create another username. When you are ready, type your username into the field provided.

  4. Step 4

    Type in a password that is, at a minimum, 6 characters long.

  5. Step 5

    Select a security question from the list provided. Make sure that you choose a question that you will be able to remember the answer to later. Among other verifying information, Yahoo will ask you this security question if you forget your password and need to gain access to your Yahoo account.

  6. Step 6

    Enter your birth date, postal code and any other requested information, then click on 'I Agree' after carefully reading the license agreement. You have successfully completed the process of creating your own Yahoo account. You can use your account to send and receive emails, utilize Yahoo Instant Messenger, and gain access to Yahoo Music, Finance and numerous other tools and services.

  7. Using Your Yahoo Account to Access Yahoo Finance

  8. Step 1

    Visit the Yahoo Finance Web site (see Resources below).

  9. Step 2

    Explore the continuously updated tools, tips, articles and other useful links at Yahoo Finance. You can even access Yahoo finance-oriented videos.

  10. Step 3

    Utilize Yahoo's comprehensive Help tool anytime you have trouble using Yahoo Finance by clicking on the 'Help' link (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings
  • Take care in choosing a password that is unique from any other passwords you use online. This helps to guard against hackers and identity thieves.

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