Here are a few simple things you can do to keep your phone number safe from hackers and unscrupulous marketers: Dont give out your phone number online. Unless you trust a person, dont give them your number, even if you bought something from them.

Is it safe to give out your cell phone number online dating?

Theres no reason to give out a phone number before meeting. Use the app to pick a time and place to meet. Remember conventional wisdom: Meet in a public place, let a friend know ahead where youll be, and plan to check in after. Use dating sites that require proof of identity to establish an account.

Can your phone be hacked by giving out your number?

Access. Once hackers gain control of a phone number, they can then access their online profiles – on Facebook, Twitter, Gmail and WhatsApp – which are all usually linked to the mobile number. All they need to do is ask the social media companies to send a temporary login code, via text message, to the victims phone.

Can someone steal your identity with your phone number?

Yes. Your phone number is out there on the web in various locations. Scammers can use stolen cell phone numbers and use it for two-factor authentication codes and other access to all your texts, apps, and other online accounts, they could have your cell phone number hijacked and do it through SIM swapping.

Should I give someone online my number?

Dont give out your phone number online. Unless you trust a person, dont give them your number, even if you bought something from them. If you must share it, do it privately (via email or a direct message) and not on a public message board.