Question do I need to give apple my phone number to download an app?

[toastngravy]

Hi
If I want to download an app from the app store, do I need to give apple my phone number? I had to set up an app store before but for the life of me I can't remember if it was just email or they also require phone number. I remember there was a payment screen with options credit card, paypal, none and I clicked on none. but I can't remember much else.
if they do require a phone number, do they care if it's voip? or they want the phone number to resolve to a legit carrier?

 

[Just_Me_D]

You will need a phone number to help verify your identity and recover your account if needed.
Source: https://support.apple.com/en-us/108647

As for the number being associated with a VOIP account, I don’t think it matters.

 

[Ledsteplin]

I don't think it's necessary you give a phone number to purchase apps. Mostly you need your email or Apple ID, a payment method, and billing address. I free apps only, you can enter none, instead of a payment method.

 

[NatashaMitchell]

I also encountered the same case when installing [redacted] from the App Store

 

[jimalamia]

When setting up an Apple ID for the App Store, Apple typically asks for an email address and may also request a phone number for security purposes like two-factor authentication. However, providing a phone number isn’t always mandatory, especially if you set it up a while ago. VOIP numbers are usually accepted, but using a number from a recognized carrier is recommended for seamless account recovery and verification. If you're setting it up now, it's best to follow the prompts to see what’s currently required.