Registering with Email vs. Phone Number – Which Option to Choose?
When creating your free account on markto.ch, you will be asked to provide either an email address, a phone number, or (most commonly) both. The choice affects how quickly and conveniently you can verify your account, log in, recover access, and use certain features like messaging or applying for Trusted Seller status.
Here’s a clear comparison to help you decide which option (or combination) is best for you.
Key Comparison
- Email Registration (Primary Method)
- Pros:
- Works everywhere – no need for a mobile phone or signal
- Easier for users who prefer desktop/laptop registration
- Good for long-term account recovery (emails rarely change)
- Allows login from any device without SMS dependency
- Usually receives verification link/code instantly
- Cons:
- Verification can end up in spam/junk folder (check there if delayed)
- Slightly slower if you don’t check email often
- Less convenient for quick mobile logins
- Best for:
- People who mainly use computers
- Users without a reliable mobile number
- Those who want maximum flexibility for account access
- Phone Number Registration (Often Required or Strongly Recommended)
- Pros:
- Fastest verification – OTP (one-time code) arrives via SMS in seconds
- More secure for many users (harder for someone else to access your SMS)
- Required or highly preferred for Trusted Seller verification
- Convenient for mobile-first users (quick login on phone)
- Helps with location-based features (Swiss +41 numbers improve local matching)
- Cons:
- Requires a working mobile phone and signal
- SMS can be delayed in poor coverage areas or during network issues
- International numbers may not always work smoothly
- If you lose your phone/SIM, recovery is harder without email backup
- Best for:
- Mobile-heavy users in Switzerland
- Anyone planning to become a Trusted Seller
- People who want the quickest possible signup and verification
What markto.ch Actually Requires (Current Flow)
markto.ch typically asks for both email and phone number during registration:
- Email = your main login identifier
- Phone = for fast OTP verification and enhanced trust/safety features
You cannot usually skip one entirely. However, the system prioritizes phone for instant verification, while email serves as backup and primary login.
Our Recommendation
- Best overall choice: Provide both email and phone
This gives you: - Fast SMS verification during signup
- Reliable email-based login and password reset
- Access to all features (including Trusted Seller application)
- Strongest account security and recovery options
- If you must choose one (rare situation):
- Choose email only if you don’t have a reliable Swiss mobile number or prefer desktop use.
- Choose phone priority if you’re mobile-first, live in Switzerland, and plan to sell frequently or apply for Trusted Seller status.
Quick Tips During Registration
- Use a real, active Swiss phone number (+41 prefix) for the smoothest experience.
- Use an email you check regularly (Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, etc.).
- After signup, verify both channels right away to avoid future issues.
- In your profile settings later, you can control visibility (e.g., hide phone number from public view).
Troubleshooting
- No SMS received? → Request resend, check signal, confirm number format, or fall back to email verification if prompted.
- Email not arriving? → Check spam/junk/promotions folder and add markto.ch to your contacts.
- Want to add/change later? → Go to your account settings after login to update email or phone.
By providing both during registration, you get the fastest signup and the most secure, flexible account possible on markto.ch. Happy trading!