These email platforms allow users to create and manage email accounts without requiring a personal telephone number for registration or verification. A typical example is an email provider that relies solely on an alternative email address or security questions for account recovery, foregoing SMS-based authentication.
The availability of such services is significant for individuals prioritizing privacy, security, or those who may not have access to a phone number. Historically, the need arose from concerns about data collection practices and the potential for phone numbers to be linked to personal identities, offering a layer of anonymity.