If you use the PayPal app on Android or iOS, you’ve probably seen that there’s no option to change Account settings. So, if you need to change your PayPal phone number, you’ll need to use PayPal on the web that’s accessible through a browser. Learn more about this below. Show
How do I change my mobile number in PayPal?You can change your number in PayPal only in the web-based client because in-app options are rather limited. At least, when it comes to Account settings. Of course, you can do that in any Android browser so it’s not necessary to use a desktop computer. Once you navigate to PayPal, here, and sign in, you should see the Phone numbers section in the bottom right corner. From there, you can add a new number and remove the old one or keep both numbers. You have an option to add Home, Work, and Mobile numbers. The important one is the default number since, with it, you can utilize the 2-factor authentication. Have in mind that you can only remove the old default PayPal phone number if you add a new one. Here’s how to change your PayPal phone number, step-by-step:
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