How to Create Microsoft Account Without Phone Number

Now that it’s 2025, it’s reasonably easy to set up a Microsoft account, but caution do you still must have—especially with security tightened to a new level! One easy solution is to buy virtual phone number through reliable SMS activate services, such as TIGER SMS. This is a good alternative if you don't want to use your primary number, especially if the account is for short-term purposes.

Stage 1: Learn the Types of Microsoft Accounts

Before you sign up, there are a few types of Microsoft accounts to know about:

• Personal account – Made with a personal email, such as @gmail.com used to sign in to Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, or @hotmail.com, @live.com, or @outlook.com used for Skype, OneDrive, and other Microsoft services.

• Work or school account – An account you created and manage by your work or school.

• Outsourced account - Account managed by a third party, often utilized in the business IT arena.
  
  

Note: In Windows Server 2025, Microsoft introduced a new account type: Delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA). It’s made for enterprise users in an effort to improve credential safety and reduce the complexity of managing passwords.

Step 2: Get a Temporary Phone Number with TIGER SMS

The service we are going to use to get a temp number requires that you provide an actual number to receive the message.

TIGER SMS is an online receive SMS phone number which you are able to rent to receive SMS online. Here’s how to use it:

-Go to the TIGER SMS website.

-Sign in or create a registration to apply.

-Replenish a balance (the average cost of the ticket 5-30 RUB).

-In the “Buy Number” category, select your local area code, country select Microsoft service.

-You will see a fake phone number to verify on dashboard this is designated number for you.

Step 3: Making Your Microsoft Account

-Visit the Microsoft account creation page.

-Enter an email address (you can use a throwaway email) or make a new one.

-Set your password and choose your country.

-When asked for phone number enter the SMS temp number that created by TIGER SMS.

-For the verification code, login to TIGER SMS and input the code on Microsoft website.

-Finish up the registration: You can do so by following the rest of the on-screen instructions.

Note: When you sign up for an account for a child under 13, Microsoft will ask for parental or guardian consent — and that’s particularly important for services like Minecraft.

Important Warnings

Security First

In April, 2021, Microsoft launched the MACE Credential Revocation system that identified numerous legitimate Microsoft Entra ID users by mistake and locked them out. The problem was caused by false flags—identifying credentials as stolen when they were not.

Note: If you are using a fake number or temp number, you may want to either link an email backup or always enable two-factor-authentication (2FA) to avoid losing account entitlement.

Reuse Restrictions

Microsoft is very much aware of the use of virtual numbers, particularly if and when repeatedly used. To avoid issues:

• Pick unique, low-usage numbers.

• Don't try to register more than one account sequentially, though, from the same IP.
  
  

Conclusion

Getting a temporary or virtual number from TIGER SMS will allow you to register your Microsoft account, without exposing your own number. But with fake number phone numbers, you do not have to worry about these security issues as you are still on the safe side.

If the account is for work, school, or any service like Minecraft, make sure it’s properly locked down and you have the rights to use it.

FAQ

1) Can I use a TIGER SMS virtual number to verify for Microsoft?

Yes, you can provide a virtual number to receive the Verification Code when you sign-up for an account. But if you don’t want to lose access in the future, you should add a backup email and turn on 2FA.

2) What if SMS code from Microsoft doesn’t arrive?

Ensure that whilst you rented the number, you have selected the right country and services “Microsoft”. If the issue continues, try to get a new number — some numbers may be blocked or flagged by Microsoft’s system.

3) Can I have multiple Microsoft accounts against one TIGER SMS account?

Technically, yes. But Microsoft can get wise about accounts created en masse from one IP address or that rely on throwaway virtual numbers. Use unique numbers and change IP address while registering.

4) Is a virtual number safe in the context of a Microsoft account?

It’s safe if you are vigilant: link a backup email, turn on two-factor authentication and don’t recycle the number. Remember that Microsoft can block users, if they detect any suspicious activity.