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Get Virtual Phone Numbers to Receive SMS
Need a quick phone number for verification? Get a temporary number in 1 click, receive your SMS code instantly, and stay completely private. No Hidden Fees – just fast, safe, and easy.
How to Receive SMS using a Temporary Number
Follow these simple steps to get started
Pick a country
Select the country you want your temporary number from. We support 150+ countries worldwide, so you'll find exactly what you need.
From USA and UK to Canada, Germany, India, Brazil, and beyond - just click the flag that works for you!
Choose your service
Tell us which app or website you're signing up for. Whether it's WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, TikTok, Google, Facebook, Twitter, or something else entirely.
We support thousands of popular services, so you're covered no matter what you need.
Get your code instantly
Once you have your temporary number, use it to sign up. Your verification code will appear in your inbox within seconds.
Simply copy the code, complete your registration, and you're all set - your personal phone number stays completely private!
Choose Your Virtual Phone Number
You can buy a disposable phone number for one-time use or rent one for extended periods up to 90 days.
One-time number for SMS
Receive a one-time SMS to a virtual number from the one website or application chosen when ordering.
Rent
Rent a phone number to receive an unlimited number of SMS from any website or app.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our virtual phone number service
Super fast! Most codes show up in just 1-3 minutes after you grab a number. Sometimes it's even quicker - we've seen codes arrive in under a minute. You'll get a notification as soon as it hits your inbox, so you won't miss it.
Almost any app or site that needs SMS verification! We support all the big ones like WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, Google, Twitter, TikTok, Amazon, Binance, Discord, and hundreds more. Don't see your app? No problem - just choose 'Other' and it'll work just fine.
It depends on what you need! One-time numbers are perfect if you just need to verify an account once and you're done. Rentals are better if you need the number for a few days or weeks - maybe you're managing multiple accounts or expecting more messages. You can rent for up to 90 days and extend anytime.
Chances are yes! We've got numbers from 190+ countries around the world. Whether you need USA, UK, Canada, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Australia, or somewhere else, we probably have it. Just browse our country list and pick what works for you.
Don't stress! If you don't get your SMS within 20 minutes, we'll automatically give you a full refund to your account. You can then pick a different number and try again. We're here to make sure you get what you need, so we'll help you out if anything goes sideways.
Not a thing! Everything works online - no SIM cards, no extra hardware, no complicated setup. Just sign up, pick a number, and start receiving SMS. All your messages show up right in your dashboard, ready to use whenever you need them.
Yes, definitely! Your privacy matters to us. We only store what's necessary to keep your account running smoothly, and we never sell or share your SMS messages with anyone. Want extra security? Turn on two-factor authentication and use a strong password - it's always a good idea.
With rentals, yes! You can use the same rented number for different services during your rental period. Just a heads up - some apps might block numbers that have been used elsewhere, so it's not always guaranteed. One-time numbers are typically just for a single verification, so keep that in mind.
Still have questions?
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