Quote Originally Posted by Perrin_Aybarra View Post
Can't say for sure but the link explains it:

*The "FINAL FANTASY XIV Service Center" website will be available after the game is launched. Please note that the website can only be accessed by those who purchased FINAL FANTASY XIV and registered a service account.
I think you are right, which is kind of a bummer, I wanted to drag this account around as I explored but I guess I have to wait. No biggie...