When using Telegram, users often wonder who can see their phone number. The answer may seem simple at first, but it involves understanding the intricacies of the Telegram network and its user interactions. We’ll break down the different situations in which your phone number might be accessible to others on the platform.
By default, users can only see each other’s phone numbers if they have the “Display contact info” setting enabled in their Telegram settings. However, there are cases where others can see your phone number even if you have this setting turned off.
When you set a phone number in your Telegram account, that number becomes your identifier on the platform. This means that every time you contact someone, join a group or a channel, or ?? ?? even send a message to someone through a previous chat or a search result, the other party can potentially view your phone number.
One situation where others can see your phone number even if you have the “Show phone numbers” setting turned off is during chat chats. If you are part of a group chat that you did not create, and if other members in that chat have their phone numbers visible to everyone, you might be able to see their numbers. However, if you have chosen to hide your number from everyone, or you’re the leader of that group, you can restrict how contacts and their information are exchanged with the group members.
Another scenario where others can see your phone number, regardless of the “Display contact info” setting, is when you initiate a conversation with them first. If someone initiates a message with you on Telegram, they will be able to view your phone number. However, it’s worth noting that you can always block the user later if you feel uncomfortable.
Lastly, there is the case of forwarded messages. When you send a message from someone else on Telegram, you may unintentionally be revealing your number to the group. This is because when you forward a message, the forward contains includes the senders’ and receivers’ phone numbers. Therefore, you should exercise caution when sharing messages from other users.
To protect your phone number from being viewed by others on Telegram, ensure that you have the “Show phone numbers” option disabled in your settings. You can do this by opening the Telegram app, navigating to Settings > Account > Privacy > Who Can See Your Phone Number, and selecting the options that fit your preferences.
