Right from the start we’ll be honest and say it’s not easy using Android without Google—but it is possible. … You can de-Google-ify an existing Android handset, but you’ll need to reset it first through the Settings app, to get back to the original setup screen.

Can we use Android phone without Google account?

You’ll need to install a custom build of Android and use specific apps and mods to replace Google’s. But if you’re concerned about security and privacy, you actually can use Android without Google Play Services.

Do I need a Gmail account to use Android?

Do I need a Google Account to use an Android phone? You don’t need one, but it is very handy. The Android operating system is made by Google, and so its services tie into it very well.