How To Change Your Account Phone Number In Instagram

To enhance the security of your account, Facebook and Instagram advise users to add their phone numbers. Specifically, you need to provide your phone number in order to use two-factor authentication. But what happens if you swap your old phone number for a new one?

In this article, we’re going to show you how you can change your phone number on both Facebook and Instagram.

How to Change Your Account Phone Number on Instagram

Let’s show you the step-by-step procedure for changing your account number on Instagram:

1. Sign into your Instagram account.
   
2. Tap on your avatar in the bottom right corner to open the profile section.
   
3. Tap on “Edit Profile.”
   
4. Scroll down to the phone number entry box.
   
5. Proceed to delete your current number and replace it with the new one, and then tap on “Next.” At this stage, Instagram will send a verification code to your old number.
   
6. Enter the verification code.
   
7. Once the code has been accepted, check the box in the top right corner to confirm the change.
   

And voila! You’ve changed your phone number.

How Do I Change My Phone Number on Instagram Without Logging In?

The answer to this question is simple. You can’t change your phone number if you’re not logged in. In fact, you can’t edit any part of your Instagram profile without logging in. And it’s easy to see why. If it were possible, anyone out there would be able to change your personal details without your knowledge or approval, and that would pose a serious security issue.

If you have trouble logging in, you can use the existing number or email to regain access. To do so, simply tap on “Forgot password” at the bottom of the login page and follow the on-screen instructions.

How to Log Into Instagram With a New Number

Once you’ve changed your phone number successfully, logging into your account is straightforward. Simply open the Instagram app and then enter your username and password. If you’re using a Windows PC, simply visit the official Instagram login page and enter your details to sign in.

How to Change Your Phone Number on Facebook

Like Instagram, Facebook requests users to add a phone number to serve as an extra layer of security. This can help you to reset your password if you forget it. If you need to change your number for whatever reason, do the following:

1. Log in to your account.
   
2. Click on the arrow in the top right corner of your homepage.
   
3. Click on “Settings.”
   
4. On the left sidebar, click on “Mobile.”
   
5. Click on “Remove” and then click on “Remove phone” to confirm your selection.
   
6. Click on “Add a Phone” to enter your new number and click on “Continue.” To complete the process, Facebook will request to send you a confirmation code via a text message.
   
7.  Enter the confirmation code and click on “Confirm.”

How to Delete Your Phone Number From Instagram

If you don’t want to continue having your phone number on Instagram, you can easily remove it. To do so:

1. Sign in to your Instagram account.
   
2. Tap on your avatar in the bottom right corner to open the profile section.
   
3. Tap on “Edit Profile.”
   
4. Scroll down and tap on “Personal Information.”
   
5. Tap on your phone number and then proceed to delete it from the text box.
   
6. Tap on “Next.”
   
7. Check the box in the top right corner to save the changes.

How to Add Your Phone Number Back to Instagram

If for some reason you had deleted your number from Instagram, adding it again is straightforward:

1. Sign in to your Instagram account.
   
2. Tap on your avatar in the bottom right corner to open the profile section.
   
3. Tap on “Edit Profile.”
   
4. Scroll down to the phone number entry box.
   
5. Enter your phone number and then tap on “Next.” At this point, Instagram will send a verification code to your new number.
   
6. Enter the verification code.
7. Once the code has been accepted, check the box in the top right corner to confirm the change.
   

How to Change Your Phone Number on Instagram for Two-Factor Authentication

Some Instagram users have reservations about two-factor authentication because they’re worried that they’ll lose access to their account if they change their phone number. Fortunately, that’s not the case. Even after enabling two-factor authentication, you can change your number with ease. Here’s how to do it:

1. Tap on “Menu” in the top right corner.
   
2. Tap on “Settings” and then open the “Security” section.
   
3. Tap on “Two-factor Authentication.”
   
4. If two-factor authentication is already on, flip the toggle switch next to “Text Message” into the “OFF” position.
   
5. Flip the toggle switch next to “Text Message” into the “OFF” position.
   
6. Tap on “Change Phone Number.”
   
7. Enter the new phone number, and then tap on “Next.”
   
8. Enter the verification code sent via SMS and then tap on “Next” to compete the process.
   

What to Do If You Can’t Regain Access to Your Account on Instagram

If you have trouble logging into your Instagram account, it’s possible that you’ve forgotten your username or password. If that happens, don’t fret. Simply tap on “Forgot Password” just below the login page. You’ll then be prompted to use either your phone or email address as your account recovery tool. A link will be sent to your preferred recovery tool option, which you can then use to get back into your account.

Additional FAQs

How Do I Remove My Number From Instagram?

Simply open the personal information section and delete your phone number.

What Can I Do If I’ve Lost Access to My Phone Number on Instagram?

Tap on “Forgot Password” below the login page and then follow the on-screen instructions. You’ll then receive a link to get you back into your account.

A Simple and Effective Process

Changing your phone number shouldn’t mark the onset of trouble logging into your Instagram and Facebook accounts. The two social media giants have ensured that you can replace your old number with the new one in a just a few clicks. And thanks to this guide, you now know exactly what you need to do.

Have you experienced any trouble trying to change your phone number on Instagram? How did you resolve the issue?

Let’s engage in the comments section below.