How do I change the phone number that I use for two-factor authentication?
To change the phone number that receives text messages (SMS) for
two-factor authentication
:
Tap
or your profile picture in the bottom right to go to your profile.
Tap
in the top right, then tap
Settings
.
Tap
Security
, then tap
Two-factor authentication
.
If two-factor authentication is already on, tap next to
Text message
.
Instead of entering a code, tap
Change phone number
below
Next
.
Enter the new phone number you’d like to use, then tap
Next
.
You'll be sent a text message (SMS) to the new phone number with a 6-digit security code. Enter the code in the Instagram app, then tap
Next
.
You'll see a list of
recovery codes
. Tap
Done
to complete the two-factor authentication process.
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