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Yeah, I think the person quoting the FAQ has found the FAQ.

Good thing there's no way for someone to trace my phone number back to me.

Well now we know how they make money.

Are there any free emails that work without requiring a cell #?

Do any free emails require a cell number? In my experience they pester you for it regularly, but continue to work fine without.

Unless something has changed recently, Gmail in some (most?) countries outside of US.

Is this a serious question?

Guerilla Mail for one.

web.de’s freemail, same with gmx’s freemail.

Sure, and if the provider insists and you don't want, just provide a fake tel number...

They call/text to confirm.

See the reply - have you tried? You need a phone number to get an email and you need a drivers license to get a phone number...