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		peter_tonoli on June 5, 2017 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Ask HN: Is it possible to sign up for a Google acc... Other jurisdictions, such as Australia, require identity checks http://acma.gov.au/Citizen/Phones/Mobile/Prepaid-mobiles/new...

smt88 on June 5, 2017 [–]

Burner[1] (or similar services) might be an option for people in such jurisdictions.

1. https://www.burnerapp.com/blog/2015/3/26/burner-is-now-avail...

ktta on June 5, 2017 | [–]

Google often just shows up a 'This number cannot be used for verification' message.

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