Creating a new Clash of Clans account takes about five minutes and requires either a Supercell ID, Google Play account, or Apple ID
Clash of Clans stores your progress through an account system rather than on your device alone. This means you can start fresh with a new village, switch between devices, or recover your progress if you lose your phone. The game does not let you have multiple villages on the same account, so a new account is the only way to start over.
You have three paths to choose from depending on what you already have set up. Each one takes the same amount of time but connects to different services on your phone. Pick whichever one matches what you already use.
Key Takeaways
- You need either a Supercell ID, Google Play account, or Apple ID to create a new Clash of Clans account — the game will not let you play without linking to one of these.
- Creating a Supercell ID is free and takes two minutes, and it works across both Android and iOS devices without needing a Google or Apple account.
- If you create a new account on the same device where you already play, the game will ask which account you want to load when you open it.
- You cannot merge two Clash of Clans accounts or transfer progress from one to another — each account is separate and permanent.
Creating an account with a Supercell ID
A Supercell ID is the most flexible option because it works on both Android and iOS, and you do not need a Google or Apple account to set one up. Open Clash of Clans, tap the settings icon (the gear in the top right), scroll down to "Accounts," and tap "Create New Supercell ID." The game will ask for an email address and a password you choose yourself.
Use an email you actually check, because Supercell will send a confirmation link there. Click the link in that email within 24 hours to finish setting up the ID. After that, your new account is live and your village will be at Town Hall 1 with no troops or resources.
If you already have a Supercell ID from another game (like Brawl Stars or Clash Royale), you can use that same ID to create a new Clash of Clans account. Log in with your existing email and password instead of creating a new one.
Creating an account with Google Play or Apple ID
If you already use Google Play on Android or Game Center on iOS, you can link a new account without setting up a Supercell ID. Open Clash of Clans, go to settings, tap "Accounts," and choose "Connect with Google" or "Connect with Apple." The game will use your existing Google or Apple login to create the account when ready.
This method is faster than Supercell ID because there is no email confirmation step. However, you are tied to that specific Google or Apple account on that specific device. If you switch phones or want to play on both Android and iOS, you will need to set up a Supercell ID later and link it to this account.
Switching between multiple accounts on the same device
If you create a new account on a phone where you already play Clash of Clans, the game remembers both accounts. When you open the app, you will see a screen asking which village you want to load. Tap the account name or the village preview to switch.
The game only loads one account at a time, so switching between them means closing and reopening the app each time. There is no way to run two villages simultaneously or play both at once. If you do not see the account switcher, go to settings, tap "Accounts," and look for a "Switch Account" or "Manage Accounts" option.
What happens after you create the account
Your new village starts at Town Hall 1 with a Barbarian King, a few Archers, and some Goblins in your army camps. You have no resources, no buildings beyond the Town Hall and some walls, and no clan. The tutorial will walk you through building your first Barracks and training troops, but you can skip it and start playing when ready.
You can join a clan right away by tapping the clan icon and searching for one that accepts new members. Most clans have no minimum Town Hall requirement, though some do. You do not have to join a clan to play, but clans give you access to Clan Wars, Clan Games, and donations from other players.
Recovering or linking an old account
If you already have a Clash of Clans account on a different device or from years ago, you can recover it instead of creating a new one. Go to settings, tap "Accounts," and choose "Connect with Supercell ID," "Connect with Google," or "Connect with Apple" — whichever one you used to set up that account. Log in with the same credentials, and your old village will load.
If you forgot which service you used to link your old account, try each one. The game will tell you if that account does not exist under that login. If you forgot your Supercell ID password, tap "Forgot Password" on the login screen and Supercell will send a reset link to your email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have two villages on the same Supercell ID?
No. Each Supercell ID can only have one Clash of Clans village. If you want a second village, you must create a second Supercell ID with a different email address.
What if I create an account but do not confirm the Supercell ID email?
Your account will still work and you can play normally. However, you will not be able to recover the account if you lose your phone, because Supercell will have no way to verify you own it. Confirm the email as soon as you can.
Can I transfer my progress from one account to another?
No. Clash of Clans does not allow account merging or progress transfers. Once you create an account, it is separate and permanent. You cannot combine two villages or move resources between them.
Do I need to pay money to create a new account?
No. Creating an account is completely free. You can play the entire game without spending money, though the game offers in-app purchases to speed up building and training.
What if I create an account on Android but want to play on my iPad?
Link your Android account to a Supercell ID first. Then on your iPad, create a new Clash of Clans account and connect it to that same Supercell ID. Your village will load on both devices and stay in sync.