How to view and manage trusted phone numbers on iPhone
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Tested on
- iOS 18.4 - iPhone 15 Pro
- You will need
- iPhone running iOS 18 or later, Apple ID password
Step by step
Open your Apple ID settings
Launch the Settings app from your Home Screen. Tap on your name banner located at the very top of the menu to access your Apple ID profile.
Access Sign-In & Security
Locate and tap the Sign-In & Security menu option. You may be prompted to enter your device passcode to proceed.
Identify trusted phone numbers
Look for the Two-Factor Authentication section. Here you will see a list of verified phone numbers that receive security codes when you sign in on a new device.
Note: Numbers marked with a checkmark are currently active for verification.Add a new trusted number
Tap the Edit button located near the top right of the Two-Factor Authentication list. Select Add a Trusted Phone Number, enter the number, and choose to verify via text message or phone call.
Delete outdated numbers
If you no longer use a number, tap the red minus icon next to the entry while in Edit mode. Confirm the deletion by tapping Remove.
Note: Ensure you keep at least one active number to maintain account recovery options.