If any details are updated on your account, such as your phone number, we may send you a text message or email alert to make sure you made the change. You might get an alert if you: Change your address. Change your mobile phone number.

Do Barclays contact you by text?

How do I know a text message asking me to confirm a transaction is from Barclays? ... They won't ask for any personal details or security information, and you should never respond to any text asking for this. We'll never call you to tell you how to respond to a fraud alert text message.

Would a bank send a text message?

No, many companies, including your bank, might contact you through text message. This is why it's important to know how certain companies might try to get in touch with you. You can normally select your contact preferences, such as phone call, email or text message, in your profile.