Why do fake accounts on tinder ask for your number?

Apparently, Tinder spam bots simply changed their scripts in order to get users phone numbers instead. They then proceeded to text them the spam links via SMS. Of course, just because Tinder made a technical change then Tinder-related SMS spam increased, that doesnt mean that the change caused the spams increase.

What can a Tinder scammer do with your number?

Once they have your number, the bad guys can clean out your financial accounts, confiscate your email, delete your data and take over your social media profiles.

What can a Tinder scammer do with your phone number?

They probably save your phone number in a database and they will call you and wait for your return or you will take suck ads SMS for an adult webpage. Why do count of scammers increased in Tinder ?