Creating Apple ID is asking for a Phone Number!

Hello,


I wanted to create a new Apple ID (not a 2nd one, a completely new one).

But when I go through the process, it asks me for a phone number to verify my identity.


Here is the problem: I do not want to give Apple such personal information like a phone number.


How do I create an Apple ID without giving out such personal data? I do like my informational self-determination!

Posted on Jul 21, 2022 02:29 AM

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Posted on Jul 22, 2022 03:51 AM

So how can I turn this off?

I don't want to centralise so much personal information. This isn't safe and doesn't minimise personal data in the hands of others.


And what is the reason that I've got Apple IDs without a phone number? That confuses me.

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Jul 21, 2022 12:29 PM in response to WheelieNick

Hello,


What you mentioned is what I was raising, so I know that,.

But my question was: How do I do it without a phone number?

I have another Apple ID where I was not asked about such a personal detail when I created it.


As a user I am responsible to keep my information secure. And the less I give out, the less can get into the wrong hands (remember: Nothing is 100% safe). So data minimisation it is, especially with personal data like that. And I'd like to remain in control of the amount I give away.


So I am assuming there is a way to create an Apple ID without giving out such personal details. I just wonder if I missed something here.

Jul 22, 2022 03:55 AM in response to cook04

In the past, you could make an Apple ID without a phone number. That was back in the days when there was less safety and security on your account

On a new account, as Eric Root said, two factor authentication is standard enabled, and you cannot make a new account without providing your phone number to keep your apple id safe with two factor authentication.


Hope this helps clear the confusion

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