Can mail be hacked just by mobile number

In general, it's not possible to hack someone's email account solely by having their mobile number. Here's why:

1. Email accounts are separate from mobile numbers: Email accounts are managed by email providers (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook), while mobile numbers are managed by mobile carriers (e.g., Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile). These are two separate systems, and having someone's mobile number doesn't automatically grant access to their email account.
2. Email accounts require login credentials: To access an email account, you need to know the email address and password. Even if you have someone's mobile number, you still need to know their email address and password to log in to their account.
3. Mobile numbers are not linked to email accounts: Mobile numbers are used for SMS and phone calls, while email accounts are used for, well, email. There's no direct link between a mobile number and an email account, so having someone's mobile number doesn't give you access to their email account.

However, there are some scenarios where someone might try to use your mobile number to gain access to your email account:

1. Phishing attacks: Scammers might try to trick you into revealing your email password by sending you a phishing email or SMS that looks like it's from your email provider. If you enter your password on a fake login page, they might gain access to your account.
2. SIM swap attacks: In a SIM swap attack, a hacker might trick your mobile carrier into transferring your phone number to a new SIM card under their control. This could potentially allow them to receive SMS verification codes sent to your phone, which could be used to gain access to your email account. However, this requires the hacker to have access to your mobile carrier's systems and your personal information.
3. Email account recovery: If you've forgotten your email password and try to recover it using your mobile number, you might be prompted to enter a verification code sent to your phone. If someone has access to your mobile number, they might be able to intercept this code and use it to gain access to your email account. However, this is only possible if you've enabled two-factor authentication (2FA) and the hacker has access to your mobile number.

To protect your email account, make sure to:

• Use strong, unique passwords and enable 2FA.
• Keep your email account information private and don't share your login credentials with anyone.
• Be cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.
• Monitor your email account activity regularly for suspicious behavior.

Remember, having someone's mobile number doesn't automatically grant access to their email account.