How do Jagex Accounts Work?

Managing multiple RS3 and OSRS accounts can be very confusing. It will also take a lot of work to log into different characters in the game.

Do you already have the PC or smartphone requirements to play RS3 or OSRS? The next step would be to create your Jagex accounts. These accounts work differently compared to other accounts for video games. Before playing the game, here's a quick guide to help you brush up on your knowledge of how these accounts work.

What is a Jagex Account?

A Jagex account isn't exactly required to play RS3 or OSRS. However, this is a much safer and more optimized way to store your accounts in the game. A single Jagex account allows you to have up to 20 characters working under a single account name and password.If you've been playing Runescape for a long time, none of your progress will be lost. However, your current logins are going to be replaced with the new Jagex account information which you yourself will use. These login details are going to be used when you'll access any of Jagex games via their launcher or on a mobile device.

How to create a Jagex Account?

You can create a Jagex account whenever you want to and the good thing is that this process is free and available to anyone. As per the developers, there will come a time when all new characters or players are required to be created under a Jagex account. For now, you simply have to follow the steps below to create one:

1. Log in using your current account details on the web.
2. Head to account management and then select upgrade.
3. Create your Jagex account. This involves creating a new username and password for the account.
4. Download the Jagex launcher for free!

Runelite vs. Jagex Account

A Runelite account is different from a Jagex account. The Jagex account will store all of your characters across RS3 and OSRS. It will eventually be mandatory to play RS3 or OSRS. On the other hand, your Runelite account is used solely to play on the Runelite launcher. The login credentials for both accounts are different.

Pros and Cons of a Jagex Account

There will come a time when we'll all have to create a Jagex account but we're not yet sure when that is. In truth, there's very little to be lost when creating one to play RS3 or OSRS. Here are a few pros and cons you might want to consider.

If you're referring to the client itself, the Jagex launcher is currently capable of running RS3 and OSRS, and even the Runelite client.

Pros

1. Better Security - One of the main benefits of creating a Jagex account is that it offers better security for your accounts. All of them will be protected by a stronger system. As per Jagex, their new accounts have better passwords and better defense against hacking attacks.
2. Enhanced Recovery - And in case your account gets hacked or just in case you forgot your credentials, Jagex has made it easier for everyone to recover their accounts. The process is much simpler and much easier. Some players claim that you can recover your accounts in around 24 hours or less depending on the situation.
3. Better Account Management - The max number of accounts you can have in a Jagex account is 20 which will be shared by RS3 and OSRS. Can you imagine having to remember 20 different usernames and passwords just to keep your account safe? By bringing them under one roof, you don't have to worry about losing your account ever again.
4. Notification Management - By creating a Jagex account, you'll have the option to get notified via your email. This will keep you in the loop for all things RS3 or OSRS. Be it attempts to hack your account or simply game updates, it's now a lot easier to know what's going on in the game.
5. Simultaneous Logins - With the help of the Jagex launcher, you'll be able to log in to multiple characters at once using your Jagex account. Whether you're AFK farming or if you want to have your characters work with each other for a certain task, doing so is much easier with an account like this.
6. Bot Protection - Aside from the better security, Jagex is also making sure that your Jagex account is safer from bots with their bot protection.
7. Less Work In The Future - There will come a time when Jagex accounts are going to be mandatory to play RS3 and OSRS. Before that happens, it's a good idea to go ahead and create an account of your own immediately so that you're prepared in the future.
8. Longer Logout Timer - This might not be that big of a deal for some but using a Jagex account gives you an extra 5 minutes on your logout timer. This is just a minor change but it's definitely going to be beneficial for players that do AFK techniques for training and money-making.

Cons

1. Extra Work - While easy, creating a new Jagex account still requires a bit of effort on your end. Not everyone has the time to do this. The good news is that creating a new account doesn't take a lot of time so this isn't that bad to deal with.

There's really nothing to worry about when it comes to using a Jagex account other than the extra work it takes to create one. As we've said, that process is very quick and you shouldn't even have to devote more than 20 minutes to create one.

Switch To Jagex Now!

Though not mandatory, creating a Jagex account is nothing but beneficial to players out there. If you have multiple RS3 or OSRS accounts, you might want to create one as soon as possible. The added security is nothing but help when it comes to keeping your account safe.

FAQs

1. What makes Jagex accounts more secure?

Jagex accounts enforce 2FA and it also has better character options for passwords. Both features combined make it harder for others to get into your account.

1. What does the Jagex launcher do?

This is a launcher that helps run OSRS and RS3 on your computer. This isn't a requirement to play the game on your smartphone.

1. What is the difference between a Jagex account and a Jagex launcher?

The Jagex launcher is what's used to run games like RS3 and OSRS. It's free to download and you can use your Jagex account on it. The Jagex account on the other hand, is a new account system for RS3 and OSRS. The system comes with a lot of features including better security, importation of up to 20 accounts, and more.

1. Can I log in multiple characters simultaneously?

Yes, the Jagex launcher will let you log in and use multiple characters at once under one Jagex account. This is going to be helpful for AFK skilling and farming.