Creating an AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management) account involves setting up users, groups, roles, and policies for securely managing access to AWS resources. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Sign in to AWS Management Console
2. Go to AWS Management Console.
3. Log in as the root user (account owner) or an IAM user with admin privileges.
4. Open the IAM Console by searching for "IAM" in the AWS search bar.

1. Create an IAM User

IAM users represent individuals or applications that need access to AWS services.

1. In the IAM Dashboard, click Users on the left panel.
2. Click Add users.
3. Enter a User name (e.g., alice.vivvian).
4. Choose AWS credential type:

Select Access key - Programmatic access (for API, CLI, SDK access).

Select Password - AWS Management Console access (for UI access).

1. Click Next.

1. Set User Permissions

You can grant access in three ways:

Add the user to a group (recommended).