Apple Store E-Commerce Account Setup

1. Introduction

The Apple Store E-Commerce site—also referred to as the Apple Store for Education Institution—requires a unique Apple ID that must be tied to a UT email address, along with approval for access to the store. 

This article provides a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the creation of an Apple ID on the Apple Store E-Commerce site. 


Note: Once your account is approved, refer to the Ordering Apple Products guide to continue your purchase.

2. Creating Apple ID

2.1 Navigate to the Apple Store Login Page and select Register

2.2 Enter your identification information, you must use an @austin.utexas.edu email address. You will then be sent a validation key via the email you provided.


2.3 Agree to Terms of Service 

Note: the email you entered will now be the AppleID you will use to make purchases on campus


2.4 Enter 49620 in the search field and select the UNIV OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN.

2.5 Then, under BUSINESS ROLE select Registered ProposerEnter Manager Name & email. 

2.6 Review to confirm information is correct. 


2.7 Create an AppleID password, select security questions, and think up security answers.

2.8 Verification email is sent to your @austin.utexas.edu email address 

2.9 It can take up to 24 hours to gain access to the Apple Online Store.

2.10 Once your account is approved, refer to the Ordering Apple Products guide to continue your purchase.


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