Last week it was revealed that not only was Facebook influenced by an enormous information breach, but that it had actually been taking the phone numbers offered by customers for two-factor verification and utilizing them to target marketing towards those users.
Possibly this doesn't trouble you whatsoever, or maybe you're fed up with Facebook and also plan to remove your account. But if you do not intend to or are unable to quit Facebook, there are a few points you can do to aid enhance your privacy on the social networking website, according to CNET.
How To Remove My Phone Number From Facebook
To remove your contact number on mobile, go to the Facebook app as well as from the menu choose "Setups and also Privacy." From there, choose "Settings and Personal Information," Go to the phone number field as well as click remove. Facebook will certainly require you to re-enter your password to validate this.
To remove your telephone number on your desktop computer, most likely to the setups menu. From there most likely to "Your Facebook Details" and after that select "Gain access to Your Details." From there, click "Personal Details" as well as pick "Your Call Info." There you will see your phone number as well as you can select to remove it.
Security experts still recommend using two-factor verification as one of the very best ways to boost account security.
That implies if you intend to remain safe and secure, however do not wish to let Facebook target you with added advertising, you have a few alternatives. You can download and install a third-party authentication app, like Google Authenticator or Duo Protection. A physical safety and security secret is also an option.
