Users have significant control over who sees their phone number on Telegram. These settings are found under Settings > Privacy and Security > Phone Number.
“Who can see my phone number?”
This determines if your number is displayed on your profile. Options typically include:
Nobody: Your phone number will never be visible to anyone, even those in your contacts list.
My Contacts: Only users you have added to your Telegram contacts (who are also in your device’s address book) can see your number.
Everybody: Anyone on Telegram can see your phone number on your profile.
“Who can find me by my number?”: This controls whether others can find your Telegram profile by simply entering your phone number into their search bar. Options are:
Nobody: No one, not even your contacts, can find you by your phone number. You can only be found via your username.
My Contacts: Only people who have telegram number database your phone number in their device’s address book and use Telegram can find you.
The Power of Usernames: Bypassing Number Sharing on Telegram
Telegram usernames (@YourUsername) offer a powerful privacy tool.
Anonymous Connection: A username allows you to connect with anyone on Telegram without revealing your phone number. Users can find you by searching for your username, and initiate a chat or add you to groups without ever seeing your private contact information.
Public Profile: Usernames act as email address data type in sql a public handle, ideal for professional networking, public groups, or social media, where you want to be reachable without exposing your personal phone number.
Setting a Username: You can set or book your list change your username in Settings > Username.
Beyond basic visibility, Telegram offers settings to fine-tune your contact experience.