Meta accounts are finally here. As of August 23, Facebook’s parent company Meta has begun rolling out a new login system for Quest owners. “The update will roll out globally on a gradual basis, so if you don’t have the option to create a Meta account and Meta Horizon profile right away, you’ll get the update soon,” the company said in a statement.
To continue using the device after Jan. 1, 2023, you’ll need to sign up for a Meta account if your headset is currently tied to an Oculus account. The company unveiled the new approach back last month, reversing its controversial decision to require a Facebook login to use Oculus headsets.
Although you no longer need a Facebook or Instagram account, you can still use these services to create a Meta account. Conversely, if you’ve already linked your device to Facebook, you can remove your profile from your new Meta account and use email instead.
As soon as you get it, you’ll need to create a Meta Horizon profile with a unique username for use in the meta-universe that the company sees.
