Why does Audiogon need my phone number to send private messages

Wind down little man. I was here before you, and will be here when you are dust. It was just tonge in cheek, simple as that.

@paulcreed Said:

Anytime I log in they have to send me a text, how do I get my phone number off there list. Does that mean I can’t post anything without a text by.audiogon

You don’t need to remove your phone number.

Go to your Edit Account page.

Turn off, Enable SMS 2FAF

That will stop the texts to your your phone.

If this shows up after Log In, when you try to look at a member's info just X out, upper right hand corner of message.

Setup up two factor authentication (2FA)

Enable 2FA using your mobile phone.

Audiogon will send you a text message at: +1 5** *** 5555

Do not show this dialog again

 

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I've never got a text from Agon just an occasional email when I log in on a different device, usually when traveling.

The only asked for my number to validate me if I was trying to purchase something, not to message anyone.

@jea48 -- Thanks for that tech info.  Appreciate it.