Some Twitter users unable to add phone number to their accounts ('something went wrong' or 'changes restricted' error)

Phone numbers play a crucial role in ensuring the security and authentication of user accounts on various online platforms, including Twitter.

By linking a phone number to an account, users can enable features like two-factor authentication, account recovery, and receive important notifications.

It provides an extra layer of security and helps prevent unauthorized access to user accounts.

However, numerous Twitter users have encountered a persistent error message when attempting to add their phone numbers (1,2,3,4,5).

Upon initiating the process, a message instantly appears, stating, ‘oops, something went wrong. Please try again later’.

This error message implies a temporary issue on Twitter’s end, but, for some users, repeated attempts yield no success, leaving them without the ability to add their phone numbers to their accounts.

In addition to this, a few users have reported receiving a ‘changes restricted’ error. This error indicates that Twitter has imposed limitations or restrictions on modifying certain account settings.

However, it is important to note that this error message has been encountered by users who have not violated any of Twitter’s policies or guidelines.

@TwitterSupport I wanted to add my phone number to my twitter account, but there was always an answer that currently it’s impossible. So, Dear Twitter support team. Where is a problem? I also wanted to register with Twitter Blue, but the answer was the same.
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@TwitterSupport I couldn’t Add My Phone Number To Twitter Account Please Fix The Problem sir
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Given the importance of phone numbers in maintaining the integrity of accounts and a must for Blue subscription, the inability to add or update them becomes a significant concern for affected Twitter users.

Twitter, as of the time of this writing, has not issued an official statement addressing the specific issue of users being unable to add phone numbers to their accounts.

Rest assured, we will provide you with timely updates regarding the ongoing problem encountered by Twitter users who are unable to add phone numbers to their accounts.

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