How To Use the Same Email For a New RuneScape Account

You can absolutely use the same email address for multiple RuneScape accounts, thanks to a clever trick that utilizes Gmail’s alias feature or through the creation of multiple, independent accounts. This allows you to manage several game profiles while still receiving all related emails in a single inbox. The key is understanding how email aliases work and how RuneScape handles account creation. This strategy is not only convenient but also adds an extra layer of security by having a unique login identifier for each account. Here’s a breakdown of how to achieve this:

How To Use Gmail Aliases for Multiple Accounts

The most effective method to use the same email address for multiple RuneScape accounts involves creating aliases of your Gmail account. This is achieved by using the “+” symbol followed by additional characters. Here’s how it works:

1. Original Gmail Address: Let’s say your primary Gmail address is yourname@gmail.com.

2. Creating an Alias: To create a new RuneScape account, you can use an email address like yourname+runescape1@gmail.com. For another account, you might use yourname+rs2@gmail.com, and so on.

3. Functionality: All emails sent to these alias addresses (e.g., yourname+runescape1@gmail.com, yourname+rs2@gmail.com) will automatically be delivered to your main inbox yourname@gmail.com.

4. RuneScape Account Creation: When registering a new RuneScape account, use one of your email aliases as the login email. Importantly, your registered email address within the RuneScape system remains your primary address yourname@gmail.com, which is the email address that the account is primarily linked to.

5. Security: This approach helps you track which specific login email you used for which RuneScape account, adding an extra layer of security.

Multiple RuneScape Accounts and Their Requirements

While using email aliases is great for convenience, each RuneScape account must adhere to specific rules:

• One Person Per Account: Each account should only be used by the individual who created it. Account sharing is strictly prohibited and can lead to a permanent ban.
• Separate Game Profiles: Remember that Old School RuneScape (OSRS) accounts are entirely separate from RuneScape 3 (RS3) accounts. You can use the same login email, but there’s no in-game connection between the two. Each game requires a fresh start.
• Jagex Account: You can link multiple RuneScape characters (up to 20) to a single Jagex account. This makes managing multiple characters easier, but remember that once an account is linked to a Jagex account, it cannot be removed.

Creating a New Account

Here is how you create a new RuneScape Account:

1. Navigate to the RuneScape account creation page at: https://secure.runescape.com/m=account-creation/create_account.

2. Enter your age.

3. Input the alias email you created (e.g., yourname+runescape1@gmail.com).

4. Type in your desired password.

5. Choose whether to receive email newsletters.

6. Click on Play Now.

Important Considerations

• Registered Email Remains Unaltered: Even though you use different alias email logins, your registered email within the RuneScape system will remain as your primary Gmail address.
• Account Deletion and Email Reuse: You can delete a RuneScape account and reuse the email for a new one, but doing so will delete the linked account for both RS3 and OSRS.
• Unlinking from Gmail: To unlink a RuneScape account from Gmail, visit your RuneScape “Account Settings”, click “Linked Account Settings”, and then “Unlink Provider”.
• Account Recovery: If you need to recover an account, you will use the primary registered email address.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I have multiple RuneScape accounts?

Yes, you can have as many RuneScape accounts as you like. However, each account should only be used by the individual who created it.

Can I use the same email address for multiple RuneScape accounts?

Yes, using Gmail’s alias feature (adding a “+” and extra characters to your email) allows you to create multiple RuneScape accounts while having all related emails sent to your primary Gmail account.

How do I add an alias to my Gmail address?

You don’t need to add an alias. Just use an email address like yourname+runescape1@gmail.com when creating a new account. All emails will go to your main Gmail inbox yourname@gmail.com.

Can I use the same email address for an RS3 and an OSRS account?

Yes, you can use the same email (or an alias) for both an RS3 and an OSRS account, but the accounts will be completely separate. Progress in one game does not carry over to the other.

What happens if I delete a RuneScape account?

Deleting a RuneScape account will delete both the RS3 and OSRS characters connected to that account. You can reuse the email to create a new account after deletion.

Can I unlink a RuneScape account from my Gmail?

Yes, log in to the RuneScape website, go to “Account Settings,” then “Linked Account Settings,” and find the “Unlink Provider” option for Gmail.

Is it possible to share my RuneScape account with someone else?

No. Account sharing is strictly against the rules and can lead to a permanent ban.

Can I have more than one Jagex account?

While you can have multiple Jagex accounts, you can only be logged into one launcher at a time. Jagex allows you to link up to 20 characters to a single Jagex account.

How do I recover my old RuneScape account?

Go to the recovery request page on the RuneScape website. Enter the login username or email and follow the recovery process. The login name for accounts created after November 2010 will be an email address.

How does Jagex detect account sharing?

Jagex can recognize shared accounts by noticing rapid switches between different computers or IP addresses.

What is the “+1” email trick?

The “+ trick” or “Gmail plus trick” refers to using the “+” symbol in your Gmail address to create aliases. All emails sent to the alias will end up in your primary inbox.

What happens if I accidentally buy membership on the wrong account?

Contact Jagex support, and they may transfer the membership to the correct account if the purchase was made within the last six months and is unused.

Does RuneScape delete inactive accounts?

No, Jagex does not delete accounts due to inactivity. However, very old accounts might not be recoverable.

Can I change my registered RuneScape email?

Yes, you can change your registered email through your account settings if you have access to the current email address.

Can I use a second email account to send and receive emails for RuneScape?

Yes, you can merge multiple email accounts into one Gmail account, allowing you to send and receive emails from various email addresses through a single inbox. To link multiple email accounts to Gmail, you can do so through Gmail’s settings under accounts and import.

By utilizing email aliases and adhering to RuneScape’s account rules, you can efficiently manage multiple accounts while maintaining organization and security.