Can your number be given to someone else?
Absolutely not! Messages are not stored on the SIM card, nor by Whatsapp on their servers. You would have to hand over both the SIM card and your mobile device for anyone to be able to see your old messages. See the official website for more information.
Will a number ring if SIM card is removed?
The phone is irrelevant. Any phone that has that particular SIM in it will ring. If the SIM is removed from the phone then the incoming call will be forwarded to the voicemail service. If the subscriber doesn’t have voicemail then the caller will get a recording saying the person called is not available.
What happens if I deactivate my number?
Canceling your service will deactivate your phone. You may be able to suspend your phone and prevent it from being used and charges from accruing, but this may require you to report it lost or stolen.
Can someone else deactivate my SIM card?
If someone gets a hold of your SIM card, they can extract information from it and possibly use your mobile phone account. In either case, you must contact your mobile service company to deactivate your SIM card and then dispose of it in a way that prevents your information from being extracted from it.
Can my old number be used by someone else?
Here are some precautionary steps you should take: Let everyone know as soon as possible. It is vital that all of your regular contacts know about your number switch so they don’t accidentally send messages to the wrong number. If these messages happen to include sensitive information, it could be compromised.
What if sim is not used for 3 months?
If a local SIM card is not used for a long time, it is blocked (suspended). For example, a local SIM card will be suspended if there is no top-up or call/SMS/data activity recorded for several months or a year.
What happens if you get scammed with a SIM card swap?
Armed with your log in credentials, the scammer could log in to your bank account and steal your money, or take over your email or social media accounts. And they could change the passwords and lock you out of your accounts. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself from a SIM card swap attack:
What happens when you lose your phone and your sim card?
They may call your cell phone service provider and say your phone was lost or damaged. Then they ask the provider to activate a new SIM card connected to your phone number on a new phone — a phone they own.
How can I protect my account from a SIM card swap?
Consider using stronger authentication on accounts with sensitive personal or financial information. If you do use MFA, keep in mind that text message verification may not stop a SIM card swap. If you’re concerned about SIM card swapping, use an authentication app or a security key.
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