To apply for an Alibaba account, you first need to visit the Alibaba official website. On the website, click the Register button and fill in your personal information, including your name, email address, and mobile phone number.

Then, select the account type, such as a personal account or a corporate account, and provide relevant supporting documents.

After completing the registration, you will receive a verification email. Click the link in the email to verify.

After successful verification, you can log in to your Alibaba account and start using the platform's various features, such as publishing products, searching for suppliers, etc. Remember to protect your account and password to ensure account security.