How to Add a Trusted Phone Number for Enhanced Security

In today's digital age, protecting your online accounts is more important than ever. One of the best ways to secure your account is to add a trusted phone number for enhanced security. Doing so adds an extra layer of protection, making it harder for unauthorized users to access your accounts. This trusted phone number can be used in two-factor authentication or as a backup phone number for account security when you need help from customer support.

Whether adding a trusted phone number to the account for the first time or updating an existing one, follow these simple steps to strengthen your account security.

• Add a Trusted Phone Number
• Change a Trusted Phone Number
• Unsupported Countries
• Summary

Add a Trusted Phone Number

When you first log in to your account, you will be prompted to add a trusted phone number security. You can skip this step and add it later on your My Profile & Security page.

Steps to Add a Trusted Phone Number

1. Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.
2. Click the Profile icon, then select My Profile from the drop-down menu.
   
3. In the Security section, click the ADD button in Trusted Phone.
   
4. Add your phone number in the field provided, then click NEXT.
   
5. Enter the code sent to your phone number, then click the VERIFY button.
   

Your trusted phone was successfully added.

Change a Trusted Phone Number

If you need to update your trusted phone number, you can easily do so anytime. 

Steps to Change Your Trusted Phone Number

1. Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.
2. Click the Profile icon, then select My Profile from the drop-down menu.
   
3. In the Security section, tap CHANGE next to Trusted Phone.
   
4. Enter the new phone number, then click NEXT.
   
5. Enter the code sent to the new phone number you provided, then click the VERIFY button.
   

Your Trusted Phone was successfully updated!

Unsupported Countries

At the moment, certain countries do not support the ability to add a trusted phone number due to regional security policies or technical limitations. Below is a list of unsupported countries:

Summary

Adding or changing your trusted phone number is a simple yet essential step to secure your online account. Whether you're using it for two-step verification or as a backup method for contacting support, a trusted phone number provides an extra layer of security for your account. Follow the steps above to easily add or update your number and protect your personal information.

Remember, account security is an ongoing priority. Secure your account today by adding or updating your trusted phone number.