Learn how to create an Azure account.

1. In the Microsoft Azure portal, search for and select the Storage accounts service.
2. On the Storage accounts page, select Create.
3. On the Create a storage account page, complete the Basics tab:
   • Project details:

     • Subscription: Select the same Azure instance you used for the Resource group.

     • Resource group: Select the Resource Group you previously created. For details, see topic Create an Azure resource group.

   • Instance details:

     • Storage account name: Enter a name for this storage account, following the displayed naming convention.

       Tip: Take note of this value. You'll need it when you Create an Azure storage account queue.

     • Region: Select the Azure cloud region. We recommend you use the same region you selected for your Azure resource group.

     • Performance: Select the desired performance level, Standard or Premium.

     • Redundancy: Select Locally-redundant storage (LRS).

4. Select Review.
5. In the Review tab, leave options in the Advanced section at their default values and resolve any identified issues.
6. Select Create and wait for the Deploying message to clear.
7. In the displayed deployment Overview page:
   1. Wait for the Your deployment is complete message to confirm that the storage account has been created.
   2. Select the Go to resource button to navigate to the storage account you just created.