The short answer is yes, you can have two Ticketmaster accounts registered with the same email address. However, there are some important factors to consider when setting up multiple Ticketmaster accounts this way.
Why would someone want two Ticketmaster accounts?
There are a few main reasons someone may want to have two Ticketmaster accounts tied to the same email address:
- To separate purchases for work and personal reasons – For example, if you buy tickets for yourself using your personal account but also purchase tickets for work events, you may want those transactions kept separate.
- To take advantage of new customer promotions – Ticketmaster sometimes offers discounts or deals for new account sign-ups, so having a secondary account allows you to get those promos again.
- To increase ticket buying limits – Having two accounts lets you buy more tickets across different events, circumventing max ticket purchase restrictions.
- To manage multiple client or family member accounts – Account managers, personal assistants or relatives may manage tickets for others.
Is it allowed by Ticketmaster?
Ticketmaster’s official rules do not explicitly prohibit using the same email for multiple user accounts. However, it is technically against their Terms of Use, which state:
“You may establish only one account per email address. Additionally, one person may not maintain more than one account.”
So while not directly forbidden, having two accounts with the same email does go against Ticketmaster’s intended rules. There don’t appear to be any automatic security checks that would prevent setting up duplicate accounts, but it likely falls into a gray area.
How to set up two Ticketmaster accounts with the same email
While not officially supported, it is technically possible to have two Ticketmaster accounts that use the same email address during registration. Here is how:
- Register the first Ticketmaster account normally with your email address as usual.
- When registering the second account, enter the same email address again.
- Ticketmaster will send a verification email to confirm the new account. Go to your inbox and click to verify the second account.
- You may need to temporarily disable any duplicate account checks or security features in your email provider to activate the second account.
- Once verified, you can switch between each Ticketmaster account by using the different usernames you created for each one.
Potential issues
While it is possible to have two Ticketmaster accounts with one email, this setup does come with some potential downsides:
- Account security risks – Any account verification emails will go to the same shared inbox, which could allow others access.
- Account confusion – It may be difficult to keep track of which Ticketmaster account is which when managing both.
- Limits on functionality – Some Ticketmaster features may not work properly across duplicate accounts.
- Banning or cancellation – Ticketmaster may cancel or block duplicate accounts if discovered.
Tips for managing two Ticketmaster accounts with one email
If you decide to have two active Ticketmaster accounts registered with the same email, here are some tips to keep them properly organized and secure:
- Use very different usernames, passwords and security questions for each account.
- Add a unique account label or alias in your email program to distinguish verification messages.
- Use different payment methods and billing information when making purchases for each account.
- Log out completely after using one account before switching to the other.
- Enable two-factor authentication for added security when logging in.
- Frequently change passwords and check notification settings for suspicious activity.
- Consider setting up a dedicated secondary email just for the extra Ticketmaster account.
Alternatives to multiple accounts
While having two Ticketmaster accounts with the same email address is an option, there are also some alternative approaches to consider:
- Add authorized users – Ticketmaster allows you to add friends and family to your account as authorized users. They get their own login to manage tickets.
- Use an alternate email – The simplest fix is to register your second account with a different email address altogether.
- Purchase as a guest – You can skip creating an account and buy tickets logged out as a guest user when needed.
- Use group or corporate accounts – Explore Ticketmaster’s tools for organizations, groups and businesses if applicable.
The verdict on two Ticketmaster accounts per email
Having two active Ticketmaster accounts tied to the same email address is technically possible, but goes against their intended policies, and carries risks. While it can provide certain benefits like separating transactions or bypassing ticket limits, the workaround may be more trouble than it’s worth compared to other options.
Unless you have a compelling reason and are willing to take on the risks, it’s wise to avoid having duplicate Ticketmaster accounts on a single email. And if you do, take steps to keep the accounts and tickets secure and organized.
