Update: Recovery attempt via telecom operators failed - the number is stuck in limbo between two carriers. While this didn't work in my case, other European use

Update: Recovery attempt via telecom operators failed - the number is stuck in limbo between two carriers. While this didn't work in my case, other European users may still recover their number by either: 1. Starting a new 2-year contract 2. Paying a one-time fee for a preferred number (~150 EUR in my case) Tip: Contact your local carrier to check if number recovery is possible, or if you can request a specific number for a new contract. Currently pursuing Plan B: Submitted a Data Access Request [1] to Google in hopes of getting my data back. [1]: https://support.google.com/policies/contact/sar https://support.google.com/policies/contact/sar