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Old 10-31-2016, 06:57 PM   #1
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Need some advice.

I need to verify my Google account, and I've tried all other avenues to no avail.

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My landline phone # isn't being accepted, and I don't have a cell phone.

Any advice?
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Old 10-31-2016, 07:30 PM   #2
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Probably because "text" is checked, did you try "automated voice"?
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Old 10-31-2016, 07:51 PM   #3
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This appears to be a rather common problem. Have you tried their account recovery form? https://accounts.google.com/RecoverAccount?fpOnly=1
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Old 10-31-2016, 11:07 PM   #4
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Probably because "text" is checked, did you try "automated voice"?
Yes, Bruce. I tried both. I even tried getting a verification code sent to my SMS to PC service. None worked.

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This appears to be a rather common problem. Have you tried their account recovery form? https://accounts.google.com/RecoverAccount?fpOnly=1
Same results.
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Old 11-01-2016, 10:35 AM   #5
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Fuck any internet company that wants my cell number. Or any other company for that matter. If your name (or the word I put in my phone to represent you) doesn't appear on the screen, you get ignored.

I get enough bullshit calls as it is.
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Old 11-01-2016, 03:53 PM   #6
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Fuck any internet company that wants my cell number. Or any other company for that matter. If your name (or the word I put in my phone to represent you) doesn't appear on the screen, you get ignored.

I get enough bullshit calls as it is.
Not every company is out to fuck up your life.

As far as your "bullshit" calls go, about 4 months ago, I discovered that some telemarketing companies have their on Do Not Call lists, and if you call them, you'll get an option to have your number put on their list.
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Old 11-01-2016, 04:08 PM   #7
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At least I don't need a Google account to watch vidz on YouTube. Just can't subscribe, like, or comment.
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Old 11-02-2016, 03:19 AM   #8
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Have you tried to contact Google? Honestly I don't think they'd come up with a reasonable solution, but at least you could try.
I had a similar issue, I just gave them my girlfriends number. Works as a temporary solution.

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Old 11-02-2016, 08:03 AM   #9
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Welcome, Charles!

Can't help any further than other people have, John.
Got locked out of my own YouTube account as they had the email address of I job I'd left, and I changed my mobile phone number.
I did everything I possibly could, but despite never posting anything even remotely inflammatory, they just would not accept all of my details as proof I was the person who had set up the account.
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Old 11-02-2016, 09:07 AM   #10
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Not every company is out to fuck up your life.

As far as your "bullshit" calls go, about 4 months ago, I discovered that some telemarketing companies have their on Do Not Call lists, and if you call them, you'll get an option to have your number put on their list.
Nope. That do not call line that some companies have is a bullshit way of knowing that I responded. Kay Hagan was running for reelection to the NC senate 2 years ago. Her volunteers called everyday. I finally said will you motherflickers quit calling me, but they they still called. I voted for that Tom guy. Tom got elected too. The more she attacked him, the more I wanted to vote for him.

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Old 11-02-2016, 01:21 PM   #11
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Not every company is out to fuck up your life.
I know that. But, if I treat every company that way I'm happier, and that's what I'm after.

Thank God for Caller ID.

The other day the landline rang, I looked at the little screen and it said "Political Call". I almost answered just to say "Thanks for IDing yourself, dumbass.".
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Old 11-02-2016, 05:41 PM   #12
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Have you tried to contact Google?
I called their support number at 650-253-0000, and pressed 2, then 6 on the automated voice menu, which is the only way to get a real person if you have the patience to wait on hold for a minimum of 15 minutes. I don't.

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Nope. That do not call line that some companies have is bullshit.
I'm gonna have to go ahead and disagree with you there. They work much better than the National Do Not Call Registry. Every telemarketing company I call back that has an in-company Do Not Call list, I press 1 to be put on the list, and BOOM SHOCKA LAKA...no more calls.
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Old 11-02-2016, 06:29 PM   #13
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Fuck any internet company that wants my cell number. Or any other company for that matter. If your name (or the word I put in my phone to represent you) doesn't appear on the screen, you get ignored.

I get enough bullshit calls as it is.
So that was you!! ~lol

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Old 11-02-2016, 06:43 PM   #14
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I called their support number at 650-253-0000, and pressed 2, then 6 on the automated voice menu, which is the only way to get a real person if you have the patience to wait on hold for a minimum of 15 minutes. I don't.



I'm gonna have to go ahead and disagree with you there. They work much better than the National Do Not Call Registry. Every telemarketing company I call back that has an in-company Do Not Call list, I press 1 to be put on the list, and BOOM SHOCKA LAKA...no more calls.
I feel honored that you disagreed. Sounds weird. Lately I have used the blocking feature on my cell phone. Phuck the phone company too.

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Old 11-02-2016, 08:22 PM   #15
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Nope. That do not call line that some companies have is a bullshit way of knowing that I responded. Kay Hagan was running for reelection to the NC senate 2 years ago. Her volunteers called everyday. I finally said will you motherflickers quit calling me, but they they still called. I voted for that Tom guy. Tom got elected too. The more she attacked him, the more I wanted to vote for him.

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Political organizations are exempt from complying with the DNC list. Surprise surprise.

details of the registry here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nation..._Call_Registry
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