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Discus and support Does my two-factor phone number need to be the same as a sign in phone number on the... in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I changed my sign in phone number as it was compromised but now I am having log in difficulties. Is my two-factor phone number supposed to be the same... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by kathyshattler, Mar 27, 2025.

  1. KATHYSHATTLER
    kathyshattler Win User

    Does my two-factor phone number need to be the same as a sign in phone number on the...


    I changed my sign in phone number as it was compromised but now I am having log in difficulties. Is my two-factor phone number supposed to be the same as one of my sign-in aliases on my Microsoft account?

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    kathyshattler, Mar 27, 2025
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  2. TWILYTH
    twilyth Win User

    Blocking Cell Phone Numbers

    Here's one way to get around the problem. It's kludgy but it should work.

    Get a VOIP based phone service or a magic jack. For 24/7 access, you're better off with VOIP that uses an ethernet adapter, but that's up to the user.

    The important point is to find one that lets you create your own "black list" of callers. Usually they will have both black and white list options and these are usually a subcategory under the "do not disturb" or similar feature.

    The provider will usually let you create a second number for $5-10 per month. You'll use this for your cell phone number. If it is ever compromised, you can change it easily without affecting the base number.

    Forward the second number to your cell phone and give everyone that one as your "cell phone" number. There will be a delay of a few seconds as calls get routed, but who cares. It's not like any of us is on Obama's speed dial right?

    Now when you get assholes calling you, just add them to the black list.

    You can also block calls w/o caller id this way if your cell phone co. doesn't already do that for you.
     
    twilyth, Mar 27, 2025
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  3. BRINK
    Brink Win User
    Facebook is using your 2FA phone number to target you with ads


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  4. BRINK
    Brink Win User

    Does my two-factor phone number need to be the same as a sign in phone number on the...

    Facebook is using your 2FA phone number to target you with ads

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