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No it doesn't (at least on the desktop version of the site). You can leave the phone number field blank on the 'Create your Google Account' form. For 2 factor a
by throwaway47853 9y ago
No it doesn't (at least on the desktop version of the site). You can leave the phone number field blank on the 'Create your Google Account' form. For 2 factor authentication you do need it.
- Moru 9y agoYes it does, you can't get past the second stage. "Please enter a phone number". I'm sure this is different on some things, mabe number of emails created per IP or what country you live in. Google is a big entity, they can afford to treat some areas differently. > Verify your phone number > For your security, Google wants to make sure it’s really you. Google will send a text message with a 6-digit verification code. Standard rates apply