How do I create a Backgammon Galaxy account?

You need a free account to play on Backgammon Galaxy. You can sign up in the mobile app (iPhone/iPad or Android) or in your web browser.

Sign up in the app

When you open the app for the first time, you'll see the welcome screen with three ways to get started:

• Continue with Google – use your Google account.
• Continue with Apple – use your Apple ID.
• Sign up with Email – create an account with your email address and a password.

Tap the option you prefer and follow the prompts. For email sign-up, a secure sign-in page opens where you enter your email and choose a password.

By continuing, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy (links are shown at the bottom of the screen).

Sign up on the web

Go to Backgammon Galaxy in your browser. If you're not signed in, you'll be taken straight to our sign-in page, where you can create an account.

Finish setting up your profile

After signing in for the first time, there are two quick steps:

1. Choose Username – "This is the name other players will see." We may pre-fill a suggestion based on your email address. You can keep it or type your own. A tick appears when the name is available; if it isn't, we'll show why and may suggest alternatives you can tap. Tap Continue.
   • Choose carefully: you can't change your username yourself later. Support can change it for you, but only once every 12 months. See What are the rules for usernames, and can I change mine?
2. What is your Backgammon Experience? – pick the option that fits you best:
   • I don't know how to play
   • I know the rules and basics
   • I know strategies and tactics
   • I am a competitive player

This sets your starting rating so you're matched with players of a similar level.

You can also tick Subscribe to our newsletter to get backgammon tips if you'd like tips by email.

1. Tap Finish. You'll see "Signing you up, Please wait..." and then land in the lobby, ready to play.

If you close the app before finishing, you'll be brought back to these steps the next time you sign in.

Is there a guest mode?

No. You need to sign in with Google, Apple or email to play.

Still stuck? Contact our support team from Menu > Support in the app, and we'll be happy to help.