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> Most sites that require an email don't need an email, and only ask for it so they can spam users with nonsense like product updates. Not the only reason. It
by jstarfish 4y ago
> Most sites that require an email don't need an email, and only ask for it so they can spam users with nonsense like product updates.
Not the only reason. It adds friction for people trying to create an army of sockpuppet accounts.
- account42 4y agoNot a lot of friction. Especially if you don't restrict the allowed email providers.