Worried about bluetooth security

I was checking out my wi- fi and bluetooth connections on my phone - came across section on PAIRING pressed this option thinking it may link to my computer but my NEIGHBOURS name and code came up with the computer icon We have had trouble in the past from these horrid creatures and this has worried me Dear blackberry people - should I be worried? : ( Why would their details come up when I am trying to connect to my own devices?

Hi and Welcome to the Community!
As long as you don't complete a pairing process, there is no ability for the two devices to communicate. Any BT capable device that is 1) in range and 2) is broadcasting itself for pairing will show up on any other device. But, until you complete the pairing, there is nothing to be concerned about. If you remain worried and wish to do more, your only recourse is to turn the BT radio on your device off (which, of course, negates your ability to use ANY BT functions).
Good luck!
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