The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Grouchy_Carpenter617 on 2024-11-10 22:00:11.

Hi all,

I’m researching on how to mask my phone number while using apps. I wonder how safe it is to use temporary number services like getfreesmsonline.com for things like DoorDash. I can use Apple Pay to pay and don’t have to disclose things like real names but is there still a possible breach through Apple Pay or any obvious downside doing so regarding security/privacy wise? Is there any loophole/PII through Apple Pay or something?

For privacy, I don’t really care if people know what I’m ordering as long as they can’t tell who I am.

Edit: what about services like uber/lyft? Is there a real security concern in real life? E.g., would it be possible for someone to kick me out from Uber app and change the route to somewhere dangerous without me knowing? If that’s the case, any chance we can get away without giving our real number? No matter a VoIP or not.