I need to install Google Play Store (to buy paid apps) and I'll do it on a separate profile. My idea is to use a free VPN (it could be ProtonVPN, Windscribe, or Orbot) to create a Gmail account where I can then add money from a Google Play card to pay for the aforementioned apps. After choosing a name and password, this appears:
_Verify some info before creating an account
Google needs to verify some info about your device or phone number before you can continue. This helps keep you and others safe online by preventing abuse from computer programs or bots.
Waiting for verification
Continue completing the verification steps on your phone. If you’re having trouble, scan the QR code again using your Camera app. Then, tap the link and follow a few more steps on your phone. You’ll need to switch back to this device to continue. Scanning the QR code won’t associate your device or phone number with the new Google Account._
If you wait too long, this appears:
_Please try again
Something went wrong while you were verifying your phone.
To continue, click the "Next" button and scan the QR code again with your phone. After scanning, follow the steps on your phone in order to complete the verification with an SMS message._
My questions.
1-Is there a solution for this? At least with the free version of ProtonVPN, there is no way to avoid it. I am 99.9% sure that the same thing will happen with any other VPN (free or paid).
2-When I'm at home, I always see an open Wi-Fi network (without any password) with a pretty good signal. Would you risk creating a Gmail account with a Wi-Fi network like that? I imagine it's a trap network.
3-What happens if I create a Gmail burner account on a computer in a public library? Many libraries offer free internet service, but if the computer I use is already infected or someone has left something malicious on it, I suppose my account could be stolen. I think it's possible to do this simply by using a cookie left on that public library computer. If, in any case, you think this is a good option, I'd like to know what precautions you would take.