Diablo3: How to try the Diablo 3 Starter Edition

Quick guide to show how to get started with the Starter Edition of Diablo 3.


How do I get the Diablo III Starter Edition?
There are now three ways to get the Diablo III Starter Edition. Choose the option that is best for you!

I have a Battle.net account and I have the Diablo III game client installed, but I haven’t logged in. What do I do?

Log in to Diablo III using your Battle.net email and password.
Read over the Terms of Use and, if you agree, click Accept.
A popup window will appear with information on creating a BattleTag. Click Continue.
Log in to your Battle.net account.
Enter the BattleTag of your choice, then click Create your BattleTag. If you have additional questions, review the BattleTag FAQ.
Click Back to Battle.net Account Management.
Return to the Diablo III game client. You may now log in with your Battle.net email and password to access the Starter Edition!


I have a Battle.net account, but I don’t have Diablo III installed. What do I do?

Log in to Battle.net using your email address and password.
On the Account Summary page, you’ll see Diablo III Starter Edition. Click the Play for Free link.
Enter the BattleTag of your choice, then click Create your BattleTag. If you have additional questions, review the BattleTag FAQ. If you already have a BattleTag, you will skip this step.
Click Get Starter Edition.
On the Diablo III License page, click Download Game Client.
Verify your age.
Select Windows or Mac (The Mac version is only available in English, French, and German).
Once the game is fully installed, you may log in with your Battle.net email and password to access the Starter Edition!


I don’t have a Battle.net Account. What do I do?

Visit the Activation Page .
On this page, you will be asked “Do you have a Battle.net account?”. Click No – Create a New Account. If you do have a Battle.net account, Click Yes- Login and proceed to step 7.
Proceed with Battle.net Account creation.
A verification email will be sent to the email address you chose. Check your email in order to verify the Battle.net Account.
When you receive the email, click the appropriate link to verify your account. You’ll be taken to a page that states E-Mail Address Verified.
Click Continue Setting Up Diablo III.
Enter the BattleTag of your choice, then click Create your BattleTag. If you have additional questions, review the BattleTag FAQ.
Click Get Starter Edition.
On the Diablo III License page, click Download Game Client.
Verify your age.
Select Windows or Mac (The Mac version is only available in English, French, and German).
Once the game is fully installed, you may log in with your Battle.net email and password to access the Starter Edition!