Gmail Account without phone number

[jtwrace]

Does anyone know a real workaround on how to create a Google / Gmail account without using a phone number?

 

[DLS79]

you don't need a phone to create a gmail account!

 

[jtwrace]

you don't need a phone to create a gmail account!

Uhhh, you do. Please show me otherwise.

 

[JSmith]

Does anyone know a real workaround on how to create a Google / Gmail account without using a phone number?

I thought one just entered the first and last name, date of birth, gender etc. A recovery email and then skip the phone number part?


JSmith

 

[jtwrace]

I thought one just entered the first and last name, date of birth, gender etc. A recovery email and then skip the phone number part?


JSmith

 

[Chrispy]

They really want to follow your phone these days, they're always asking for mine.

 

[JSmith]

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Very odd... I just tried, was able to set one up fine without a phone number. Are you using a VPN?

A few other options in this article from Feb this year;

How to Create a Gmail Account Without a Phone Number: Guide

Learn how to create a Gmail account without a phone number so that you can protect your privacy while still enjoying the convenience Gmail provides.

clean.email

JSmith

 

[jtwrace]

Very odd... I just tried, was able to set one up fine without a phone number. Are you using a VPN?

A few other options in this article from Feb this year;

How to Create a Gmail Account Without a Phone Number: Guide

Learn how to create a Gmail account without a phone number so that you can protect your privacy while still enjoying the convenience Gmail provides.

clean.email

JSmith

Nope.

 

[Blumlein 88]

This supposedly worked 3 months ago. As said above just skip it. 34 second video.

 

[JSmith]

Nope.

Hmm... looks like more of a security message, confirming you're not a robot via sms and as per your screenshot there is no skip. As it's not asking for the number for the account 2FA... something is triggering that possibly.

Why not try coming from a different IP then, VPN or proxy? I'm in AUS and was able to setup as mentioned, no issues, took a few mins.


JSmith

 

[jtwrace]

This supposedly worked 3 months ago. As said above just skip it. 34 second video.

I wish that's what I saw.

 

[jtwrace]

Hmm... looks like more of a security message, confirming you're not a robot via sms and as per your screenshot there is no skip. As it's not asking for the number for the account 2FA... something is triggering that possibly.

Why not try coming from a different IP then, VPN or proxy? I'm in AUS and was able to setup as mentioned, no issues, took a few mins.


JSmith

I'd have to set that up...another thing to do which is a PITA

 

[DLS79]

Uhhh, you do. Please show me otherwise.

you don't.

A little bit ago I made a test account, I opened Firefox (I normally use chrome), went to gmail.com and got redirected to https://www.google.com/gmail/about/. I clicked on the blue "Create an account" button in the upper right corner, and chose "For my personal use". I followed the prompts and created (a useless account) I did not need to enter a phone number.

 

[Chrispy]

Interesting, didn't know it was so easy. Then again I applied for a google account a very long time ago....

 

[bluefuzz]

Does anyone know a real workaround on how to create a Google / Gmail account without using a phone number?

The obvious answer is don't try to create a gmail account in the first place. There are plenty of reliable email providers who don't steal your data and sell it to the highest bidder ...

 

[Chrispy]

If you provide a phony phone number and just prefer to be contacted by email will it work?

Or is that phone number request screen for verification just can't get around?

 

[JSmith]

you don't.

Easy there... OP is just trying to get some help and as per his screenshot, as clearly there is a security flag being triggered that is nothing to do with actually creating the email account;

To help protect you from abuse, we sometimes ask you to prove you’re not a robot before you can create or sign in to your account. This extra confirmation by phone helps keep spammers from abusing our systems.

Verify your account - Google Account Help

To help protect you from abuse, we sometimes ask you to prove you’re not a robot before you can create or sign in to your account. This extra confirmation by phone helps keep spammers from abusing o

support.google.com

JSmith

 

[solderdude]

use a burner phone ?

 

[JSmith]

From the link I first posted;

• Prepaid phone numbers: If you're looking for a more private and controlled option, consider using a prepaid mobile number. These numbers can be purchased relatively inexpensively and are often available at local stores or online. They provide a temporary solution for phone verification without tying your personal number to the account. Once you've completed the email account setup, you can discard the prepaid number.
• Virtual phone number apps: Numero (available for iOS and Android) and other similar apps provide virtual cell numbers. These numbers are great for receiving SMS online and can be used for Gmail verification. They also offer a layer of privacy since you're not using your personal contact.
• Free online SMS services: Websites like Sakari or SMSToMe offer free online SMS services. You can use these platforms to receive text messages online, which can help you bypass the phone verification step. However, be cautious as these services are public and not secure for sensitive information.

I'd be more keen to ascertain why Gmail is flagging this IP as a possible robot though.

@jtwrace are you blocking cookies or running a browser fingerprint spoof utility?


JSmith

 

[thewas]