Why is Google requiring a phone number?
When Google asks for your phone number during account creation, it is to implement a new and more effective form of differentiating humans from robots. This keeps down the number of accounts created through mass automation. As an added bonus, you don’t need to submit a CAPTCHA if you verify by phone.
Can you sign up for a Google account without a phone number?
One of the easiest ways to do this is through the Gmail app because no matter how you sign up you can opt-out of giving a phone number for verification. Another way is to input your age as 15, as Gmail will assume you don’t have your own phone number yet.
How do I bypass Google phone number requirements?
How To Skip Phone Verification on Google
- Go to Gmail.
- Click on Create an Account.
- Enter your full name and Gmail username.
- Create a strong password.
- Tap on Next.
- Leave the phone number field empty.
- Enter the recovery email address (optional)
- Finish setting up your account.
Does Google store your phone number?
You can go to Google Account Settings > Change Password Recovery Options, and you will see that there is only an SMS section, and your phone number isn’t stored there. It might still be stored in Google’s database behind the scenes though.
What happens when I sign in to a new Google account?
When I sign in a new Google Account, this message shows: We’ve detected unusual activity on the account you’re trying to access. To continue, please follow the instructions below. Provide a phone number to continue.
What does it mean when device says to continue sign in with Google account?
To continue sign in with a Google account’ message, it means the device has been factory reset. What would usually happen is that you would log in using your Google account as instructed, the device would unlock, sync all your data from Google and you could go on to use the device without a problem.
Do you need a phone number to sign in to Gmail?
We’ve detected unusual activity on the account you’re trying to access. To continue, please follow the instructions below. Provide a phone number to continue. We’ll send a verification code you can use to sign in. How can I avoid this message? I have no phone number. You can’t avoid this message. This is for security check and you have to pass it.
Can a Google account be created without a phone number?
This Google Support page strongly implies you cannot create a Google Account without giving them a phone number. You can create multiple accounts that use the same phone number, but they don’t mention the actual number allowed on the support page.