3 ms·TP-Link devices do not require you to create an account. Please don't spread FUD.by noja 6y agoTP-Link devices do not require you to create an account. Please don't spread FUD.wonnage 6y agoThey do if you want to use most of the functionality (e.g routines, scenes, connecting to a smart assistant, etc.) Using them without an account basically just lets you use your phone to turn them on and off.noja 6y agoI use mine with Home Assistant and don't have a TP-Link account.