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Why am I not getting my Twitter verification code?
Try logging out of your Twitter account and logging back in. You should then receive a verification PIN via SMS. If this doesn’t resolve your issue, send a text message from your device with the message content, GO, to the Twitter short code 40404.
How do I unlink my phone number from twitter?
Tap Account. Tap Phone number. Follow the prompt to update your phone number on the keypad. Note: To delete your current number, tap Phone number, select Delete number, then tap Yes, delete to confirm.
Why can’t I log into twitter?
If you are still unable to log in, please check to make sure you have the correct login username and password. Try logging in on a computer. If you are able to log in on a computer but not through your mobile device’s browser, turn your phone off for 5 minutes to reset the connection.
Can twitter ban your phone number?
Twitter currently makes associating an account with a phone number optional, but The Verge said that in cases where a user is found to be harassing others, their account may be temporarily banned until they provide their number.
Can you get scammed on Twitter?
Scams on Twitter usually involve some kind of link or promise from either a user you don’t know or a user whose account has been compromised. A common scheme is for a scammer to create an account then follow or direct message hundreds or thousands of other users.
Why does Twitter need my phone number to verify my account?
When you first sign up for a Twitter account, the app will prompt you for a username and a phone number. After you provide both details, the app then sends you a one-time verification code to the number you provided. Twitter doesn’t explain why they need your phone number, or why you need a verification code.
What is the verification code on Twitter?
Verification codes stop fake accounts, and protect existing users from identity theft. That leaves just one problem though. If you lose your phone number or switch to a different one, you won’t be able to receive your Twitter verification code.
Why do I need a second phone number on Twitter?
This second phone number should reliably send and receive calls and texts, and you’d want to be able to use your second phone number permanently too, since that’s the number that Twitter will send verification codes to in future.
What if I Lose my phone number or switch to Twitter?
If you lose your phone number or switch to a different one, you won’t be able to receive your Twitter verification code. If you can’t receive your Twitter Verification, you’ll need to use your single-use Twitter backup code you generated from activating 2FA.