Google Blocks Iran Users from Creating New Accounts
Google has restricted new account creation for Iranian users due to issues with phone verification. According to reports, phone numbers with the +98 country code are experiencing problems during the registration process.
Users attempting to create a Google account using an Iranian number may encounter issues such as rejected numbers or undelivered verification messages, which can halt the registration process entirely.
The problem is not limited to new Gmail addresses, but affects access to various services like Google Play, Drive, Photos, and Android backup. This could cause difficulties for users trying to set up a new Android phone or accessing Google's services in general.
The issue has been reported by Iranian users on Google's official support forums, where they also mention problems with recovering their accounts. It remains unclear whether the situation is due to changes in Google's policies, issues with SMS delivery, or a combination of factors.