LINE is an instant messaging software originating from Japan, born in the 2011 earthquake in Japan, with free text/voice chat, rich emoji stickers (such as the iconic "Brown Bear" and "Connie Rabbit") and community functions quickly became popular around the world, especially in Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia has become a mainstream social tool. Its core uses cover three major directions:Personal socialization、Cross-border communicationandCorporate Marketing. For individual users, LINE is not only a platform for daily chat, but also provides daily life services (such as bill payment, reservation) and cultural interaction functions. In cross-border scenarios, users can use multi-language interfaces, exchange rate conversion, and cross-border scenariosLINE WebAchieve low-cost cross-border collaboration; Enterprises can use official accounts to push information and place targeted advertisements to directly reach target customer groups.
For users in China, although network restrictions may cause:I can't receive a verification code for LINE registrationor access difficult, but passedEmail Line registration(Gmail or Outlook is recommended) with a stable vpn, you can complete itHow to register Line in China process. furthermoreLINE WebIt provides convenient chat and file transfer functions for computer users to meet the needs of office scenarios. Whether it's personal networking, cross-border business development, or brand marketing, LINE plays the role of a "digital bridge", helping users break through geographical restrictions and connect to global opportunities.
When you sign up for a LINE account, you'll need a device that can receive text messages. If you don't have a device that can receive text messages, you can verify the phone through a device that can make voice calls. Even on devices that can receive text messages, phone numbers or virtual phone numbers starting with "050" will not be available to you. Please use the phone number provided by your carrier.
(1) Start LINE, then tap it[Register]
(2) Input[Country]and[Phone Number]> confirmed[Terms of Service]and[Privacy Policy]content[→]>[Send]/[Confirm]
(3) Enter the verification code you received in the text message
Note: If you are using an Android device, the system will automatically enter the verification code in some devices to go directly to the next step
※ After step 3, if the page shows "Welcome back, ○○!" Please click on it[No, this is not my account]>[Continued]
(4) Click[Create a new account]
(5) After setting your name and profile picture, click it[→]
(6) After setting a password, tap [→]
※Do not use the same characters or numbers as your password consecutively, and set the password to 8~20 characters, and contain at least 3 combinations of half-width uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers or symbols. (Reference:How do I set a more secure password?)
(7) Confirm the friend addition setting (whether to use contacts or not) and then click[→]
2. Verify your account over the phone:
*Phone verification is not available in some countries
(1) Start LINE, then tap it[Register]
(2) Input[Country]and[Phone Number]> confirmed[Terms of Service]and[Privacy Policy]content[→]>[Send]/[Confirm]
(3) Click[Enter verification code]Lower down the page[Phone Verification]
(4) Click[Continued]
(5) When you receive an incoming call from the phone number you entered, enter the verification code for the automatic voice announcement
※ After step 5, if the page shows "Welcome back, ○○!" Please click on it[No, this is not my account]>[Continued]
(6) Click[Create a new account]
(7) After setting your name and profile picture, click on it[→]
(8) After setting the password, tap [→]
※Do not use the same characters or numbers as your password consecutively, and set the password to 8~20 characters, and contain at least 3 combinations of half-width uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers or symbols.
(9) Confirm the friend addition settings (whether to use contacts or not) and then click[→]
Before signing up for LINE, you need to choose firstA reputable vpn service provider。 It is recommended to screen through user reviews, professional reviews (such as TechRadar or CNET), and privacy policies to ensure that the provider is committed to "No logging(i.e., user activity is not tracked). Due to the high penetration rate of LINE in Asia such as Japan and South Korea, it is necessary to support the connection of the vpn Servers in Japan, South Korea, or Southeast Asiato ensure a smooth registration process. At the same time, it is necessary to check whether the vpn is used AES-256 encryption and IKEv2 protocol to prevent personal information (such as mobile phone numbers and email addresses) from being stolen in transit.
Step 1: Log in on your phone and go to the settings menu
Open the installed LINE app (phone or tablet) and make sure that you're logged in to the account you want to connect to your email address. On the main interface of the app, tap the "More" icon in the upper right corner, enter the menu and select "Settings".
Step 2: Add your email address
In the settings page, find the "Account" or "Profile" option and click to enter the account management interface. Select "Add email address", enter a valid email address to be bound (Gmail or Outlook is recommended), and click Confirm to automatically send a verification email.
Step 3: Log in to Line Web after completing the email verification
Companies need to register a LINE Official Account on the LINE platform.(Application portal: LINE Official Account Manager), submit a business license, legal person identity certificate and other qualification documents, and pass the review to activate the account. The account supports the release of graphic information, coupon push, limited-time activities, etc., and can be passed"Sticker Shop"Customize brand-specific stickers (such as the Japanese convenience store chain Lawson has launched limited stickers, which has led to a 50% increase in user downloads) or use themThe "voting function" initiates topic interaction (for example, a catering brand attracted 20,000 users to participate in 3 days through the "New Taste Poll" campaign).
PassLINE Ads platformEnterprises can target users based on their geographic location, age group, and interest tags (such as "beauty enthusiasts" and "fitness experts"). Take a Japanese beauty brand as an example, its targeting:Female users aged 20-30Launched a new product essence advertisement, combined with the interactive H5 page of "Moisturizing Power Test", and simultaneously pushed it on the LINE news feed and the associated official account, and finally realizedClick-through rate: 18%、A 30% increase in online sales conversion rate. In addition, brands can also take advantage of LINE LAP(Audience Analysis) to track the performance of your ads and optimize your delivery strategy.
Key tips::
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2. Advanced Multi-Account Management: Log in to your LINE account in different workspaces (e.g., a Japanese account is bound to a Tokyo IP, and a Thai account is bound to a Bangkok IP).Effective profile management is essential for users who need to operate multiple accounts. Allows you to create and manage multiple profiles, each with its own settings, cookies, and user data.
3. RPA Automation:Comes with automation features that help simulate human behavior. By automating tasks such as posting, liking, commenting, and following, these browsers can replicate organic activity. Through DICloak's RPA batch operation function, multi-region promotional information (such as "Double 11 Discount Campaign") can be released in a unified manner, and the interaction data of each account can be monitored in real time.
4. Efficient team collaboration tools: DICloak enables multiple users to seamlessly share and access the same account across different devices. With multiple open profiles and multi-device logins, it ensures smooth and secure access for all team members, making it an ideal solution for businesses and institutions that manage multiple profiles.Through the deep integration of DICloak and LINE, enterprises can build a secure and efficient multi-region marketing matrix and maximize the use of LINE's localized user pool resources.
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Q1: I can't receive a verification code when I register on LINE?
Check the email spam folder, it is recommended to use an overseas mailbox such as Gmail/Outlook, and turn off the vpn or switch to a non-domestic IP network environment.
Q2: How to keep log-in in line windows?
When logging in, check "Keep logged in", but use public devices with caution (to prevent privacy leakage); After clearing the cache, you need to scan the code again to log in.
Q3: How do Chinese users sign up for LINE?
(1) Use of Compliant vpns; (2) Priority is given to registration by email (avoid domestic mobile phone numbers); (3) If you need to bind a mobile phone number, you can try an overseas virtual number (such as Hong Kong and Japan).
Q4: Can I register an account directly on LINE Web?
Not supported。 Registration is required on the mobile app (iOS/Android), and the web version only provides login and chat functions.
Q5: What are the steps to register for LINE?
Open the LINE App→ select "Sign up with email", → fill in your overseas email address (e.g. Gmail), → receive a verification code→ Set a password and personal information.
Q6: What are the restrictions on using LINE Web?
Only basic chat and file transfer are supported; Some functions (such as official account interaction and payment) need to be operated through the App.