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How to Reset Your Afterpay Password Without Phone Number?

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In 2021, Czech fraud detection start-up Resistant AI found criminal gangs exploiting many buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) applications like Afterpay for loans and stealing items. The event not only impacted Afterpay’s reputation but also concerned individuals about their online security against such possible threats.


Many users suspected that their Afterpay account may have been compromised and wanted to change their password to protect their personal and financial information. However, they need an active phone number to reset their Afterpay password. Using phone numbers in the hope of enhanced privacy might invite even more threats to users, but fortunately, there is an alternative way - a virtual phone number allows you to change your Afterpay password, keeping your personal details secure.


Can I Change My Afterpay Password Without Using My Number?

You can consider email verification process to change your Afterpay password without using your phone number. Follow these steps to reset your afterpay password using your email address, instead of your phone number.
 

  1. Enter in your email address.
  2. Click Forgot below the Password field.
  3. You will receive a mail with a link to reset your password.
  4. Click the link, and follow the prompts to add a new password.
  5. Your password must be at least 8 characters long and contain a combination of numbers and symbols (such as !,#,@).
  6. Click continue to confirm.


Though you can change your Afterpay password via email, it you will still require to link your phone number to your account during account registration to verify it’s you. Using your personal phone number for all kinds of social sites might not be the right thing to do, especially if you want to stay away from scammers and spam calls and messages.

Therefore, instead of using your personal cell number, consider using a virtyal phone number which secures your Aftery account by maintaining anonymity. A virtual number is not connected to any of your personal details or your cell number.

You can get a virtual number on Calilio to keep your private number separate while using Afterpay and not worry about your number being traced. You can buy a virtual phone number online by following the simple steps below:
 

  1. Visit Calilio.com and sign up with a suitable plan.
  2. Go to Settings> Numbers> Purchase Number.
  3. Choose your country and purchase a number from the available options.
  4. Proceed to pay to secure your virtual number.

How to Change Afterpay Password?

Once you have a virtual number, you can either use it to create your Afterpay account or replace it with your current phone number linked to your Afterpay account. You use the number while to get the SMS verification while changing the password of your Afterpay account. To change your Afterpay password, you can opt for any of the two ways below:

Through Web

  1. Visit Afterpay.com and enter your email ID.
  2. Continue and click Forgot Password.
  3. Enter the OTP you received in the virtual number listed and linked to your account.
  4. Create your new password.
  5. Click Continue to update the password.

Through App

  1. Open the Afterpay app and enter your email.
  2. Click I don’t know my password.
  3. Enter the OTP you received in the virtual number listed and linked to your account.
  4. Create your new password.
  5. Click Continue and update your password.


Note: Afterpay is a location-restricted app and is only available for use in Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, and New Zealand.

 

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Why Use Virtual Number for AfterPay Account?

A virtual number also called a cloud or VoIP number, is a phone number that operates using the internet. It is not tied to a physical SIM card, so you can make calls, send messages or use it for in-app verification without disclosing your personal details. Here are a few major reasons why using a virtual number is better than using your private mobile number:

Privacy

A virtual number protects your privacy by keeping your actual phone number separate. When you use a virtual number instead of your private number, the chances of receiving unwanted calls and messages from marketers or scammers decrease. A virtual number keeps you anonymous while letting you enjoy the benefits of online services and apps like Afterpay.

Safety

Virtual numbers are cloud-generated and not linked to your personal information. Therefore, using these numbers lowers the risk of identity theft and enhances your safety online. Even if someone tries to gain access to your virtual number, they won't have access to any of your personal or financial details.

Flexibility

Unlike traditional phone numbers, virtual numbers are flexible since you can easily buy many of them and divide them according to your needs, such as personal use, business use, or online shopping. Virtual numbers allow you to keep your communications organized and separate without mixing personal, business, and other kinds of interactions

Cost-Effectiveness

Unlike SIM carrier numbers, buying a virtual number is more cost-effective as virtual number services usually offer affordable plans or even free numbers. You do not need to pay a setup fee, service fee or any hidden cost while using a virtual number. For those who need a phone number for occasional use, such as for Afterpay signup and verification, it can be the most cost-effective option available.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Reset My Afterpay Password By Email?

You can follow the steps below to reset your Afterpay password with email:
 

  1. Visit Afterpay.com.
  2. Continue and click ‘ForgotPassword.’
  3. Enter the OTP you received in the virtual number listed and linked to your account.
  4. Create your new password.
  5. Click ‘Continue’ to update the password.

How Do I Change My Phone Number for Verification on Afterpay?

To change your phone number for Afterpay verification, you must download the Afterpay mobile App. Once you open your Afterpay app, follow the steps below:
 

  1. Sign into your account.
  2. Click ‘My Afterpay’ in the bottom right.
  3. Go to ‘Account settings’ and click ‘Profile details.’
  4. Enter your new number in the ‘mobile phone’ field.
  5. Enter the verification code sent to your new phone number.

Can I Have 2 Afterpay Accounts With The Same Phone Number?

Each phone number used for Afterpay account registration is a unique user ID that represents an authentic user. You cannot make two Afterpay accounts with a single phone number.


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