In an age where text-based communication dominates, few things can be as jarring as an unexpected phone call. Even more surprising would be discovering that this phone call originated from a social media platform like Twitter. Thankfully, such disturbances are rare and typically the result of specific account settings that allow for phone communication.

Twitter, primarily an online news and social networking service, might use phone calls for account verification or security purposes. However, if you’re one of the many who’d prefer not to receive these calls, adjusting your settings is fairly straightforward.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to turn off phone calls from Twitter:

Step 1: Open your Twitter app or visit the website on your computer and log into your account.

Step 2: Navigate to the “More” menu on the left side if you’re on a web browser or tap your profile icon if you’re using the app.

Step 3: From the menu that appears, select “Settings and privacy.”

Step 4: Click or tap on “Account” settings.

Step 5: Look for “Security” or any tab that suggests account security settings like two-factor authentication (2FA).

Step 6: Within these settings, if you have previously set up phone calls as part of your verification method for login attempts or password recovery, you’ll see an option to adjust this.

Step 7: Choose to use email or an authentication app instead of phone calls for verification purposes. Authentication apps tend to be more secure than both emails and phone calls since they generate codes that expire after a short period.

Step 8: After you’ve made the change, confirm it by following any prompts provided by Twitter.

Step 9: You may also want to review any other security settings at this time to ensure that no other features are enabled which might result in unwanted phone calls.

Keep in mind that Twitter’s interface and settings may update or change over time so some steps might differ slightly depending on when you’re attempting this process. It’s always beneficial to keep abreast of the latest updates from Twitter regarding user privacy and security.

By following these steps, you can browse through tweets and engage with others on Twitter without fretting over intrusive phone calls. Social media should be tailored to your comfort level and now, with these adjustments in place, yours does not have to include phone disruption.