Question 1

1. Can someone hack my phone using my IMEI number?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the most commonly used method to hack a phone using an IMEI number is via ethical hacking. As we mentioned earlier, the IMEI number alone isn’t sufficient to hack into your phone. For this, attackers generally rely on malware followed by a few spy apps that offer mobile hacking options using just the IMEI number.

Once an attacker has access to malware and an IMEI number, he can use it to break down your phone’s firewall security system and take control of your device.

Question 2

2. How do I find my IMEI number?

Accepted Answer

If your Android phone was synced with Google, you could also find your IMEI number on your Google Dashboard website. once you open google dashboard, sign in to the same account you used to synchronize the phone, and then click “Android” after which you will click on “Find My Device”. Then, click on the icon next to your device’s model number to find the IMEI number.

If your iPhone was synced with iTunes, you could find the IMEI number on your laptop or PC. Launch iTunes and select “Preferences”. Select the “Devices” tab and then hover your mouse over the listing for your iPhone. The IMEI number appears in a pop-up box.

Question 3

3. What can someone do with my IMEI number?

Accepted Answer

If someone has access to your device IMEI number, then he can track your device location, find out the mobile brand, model, its specifications, and more. Meanwhile, hackers can use this IMEI number to track your phone during emergencies and also find out sensitive details. In simple words, with your IMEI number, anyone can gain access to everything you have stored on your phone.

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