Publicly available information that users unknowingly leave on their profiles.

Once a mobile number is linked to a social media identity, individuals often face unsolicited calls and messages.

Ensure you haven't posted your number in public groups or comments, as these are indexed by search engines.

If you are a Facebook user in Sri Lanka, taking proactive steps to hide your mobile number is the best way to avoid ending up in these search results.

If you find a Facebook group or page dedicated to sharing private contact details, use the "Report" tool immediately. The Legal Framework in Sri Lanka

It is important to note that the unauthorized sharing of someone’s private contact information can have legal consequences. Under the and various privacy regulations, harassing individuals or distributing their personal data without consent can lead to investigations by the Sri Lanka CERT (Computer Emergency Readiness Team) or the police. Conclusion

Hackers use phone numbers as a key piece of data to bypass two-factor authentication or perform SIM-swapping scams.