What is does kik give you a phone number?

Kik Messenger does not give you a phone number. Instead, Kik uses your email address or a unique username to identify and authenticate you within the app. This means that you do not have to share your phone number with anyone on the app, providing you with increased privacy and security. However, if you choose to link your Kik account to your phone number, that information can be visible to others in certain circumstances.