Im trying to create a gmail email but it says ive used the same phone number too many times for verification?

Question

I think at one point i used my hotmail address to sign into google. I'd like to have a seperate Gmail account, but it keeps saying I have used the same phone # too many times and it won't verify it. I only have 1 cell # but i could use my husband's, but i dont want his number to be the one on my google email??

Answer 1

Hi Patty S,

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A!

I understand how frustrating this is, especially when you’re just trying to set up a separate Gmail account and Google blocks you because of the phone number. However, please note that this is a user-to-user support forum, limited to providing guidance on issues surrounding Microsoft products.

Your situation comes from Google’s own regulations on how many accounts can be verified with the same phone number, which isn’t something Microsoft can control. Given these conditions, the most appropriate place to get accurate help is through Google’s official support or their community forums.

Although I cannot directly help with this problem, here are some suggestions:

1. Create a google account without a phone number - Google Account Community
2. Use another number only for verification, then remove it later.
3. Wait a few days and try again.

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Answer 2

If you're encountering an issue with using the same phone number for verification when creating a new Gmail account, it's likely due to Google's policy that limits the number of accounts that can be created using the same phone number. Unfortunately, if you've reached this limit, you won't be able to use that phone number for additional accounts.

Here are a few options you can consider:

1. Use a Different Phone Number: If you have access to another phone number (like your husband's), you can use that for verification. However, as you mentioned, you may not want to associate that number with your account.
2. Wait: Sometimes, the limitation may reset after a certain period. You could try again after some time.
3. Contact Google Support: If you believe this is an error or if you need further assistance, reaching out to Google Support may provide more options or clarification on the situation.

Unfortunately, there are no specific solutions provided in the context regarding this issue, but these general steps may help you navigate the problem.