You can open a Facebook account without a phone number by using your email address instead. Facebook’s official help pages state that if you don’t have a mobile phone number, you can create an account with your email address, making this the only documented method for opening a Facebook account without a phone number.
How to open a Facebook account without a phone number
The official method to open a Facebook account without a phone number is to sign up using an email address. Facebook’s own documentation confirms that an email address is a valid alternative to a mobile number during the registration process. This approach works for anyone who wants to avoid sharing a phone number for privacy reasons or simply does not have one available.
Step-by-step: Create your account with an email address
Facebook’s help pages document the exact signup flow for creating an account without a phone number. Before you begin, make sure you are logged out of any existing Facebook accounts, as the platform requires this before creating a new one. Make sure you are logged out of any existing accounts before trying to create a new account.
- Go to Facebook.com and click Create new account.
- Enter your name.
- Enter your email address instead of a mobile phone number.
- Enter a password.
- Enter your date of birth and gender.
- Click Sign up.
This flow is the same whether you are using a computer, iPhone, or Android device.
Confirming your new account via email
After clicking Sign up, you must confirm the email address you used. Facebook will send a confirmation email to that address, and you need to click or tap the link inside it to activate your account. This step is mandatory; without confirming your email, the account cannot be completed. If you had used a mobile number instead, you would enter the code sent via SMS in the Confirm box when logging in, but for an email-based account, the link in the email is the required method.
What if you don't have an email address?
An email address is required to open a Facebook account without a phone number. If you do not have either, you will not be able to complete the signup process through official means.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you create a Facebook account without a phone number?
Yes, you can create a Facebook account without a phone number by using an email address instead. Facebook’s help pages explicitly state that an email address is a valid substitute for a mobile number during signup.
Can I add a phone number to my Facebook account later?
Yes, you can add a phone number to your Facebook account at any time after creating it with an email address. This can be useful for enabling additional security features like two-factor authentication, though it is not required for basic account use. Having a verified phone number helps in recovering your account in case you forget your password or get locked out. A phone number linked to your Facebook account enables you to take advantage of certain features and settings, such as two-factor authentication. Having a phone number associated with your Facebook account allows you to receive important notifications, such as password change requests or suspicious login attempts. Facebook takes privacy seriously and does not publicly display your phone number; it is only used for verification purposes and account recovery.
Is a phone number required for Facebook account verification?
No, a phone number is not required for verification. Facebook documents email as an alternative verification method, where you confirm your account by clicking a link sent to your email address instead of entering an SMS code.
Are there any restrictions on creating an account without a phone number?
The only documented requirement is that you must confirm your email address after signing up.
For the wider topic, see creating accounts without a phone number.
