Receive SMS Online with Free Temporary Phone Numbers
Rent a free temporary phone number to receive SMS online and OTP: activate your favorite services and stay private.
Active & Free Virtual Phone Numbers
Use our phone numbers for SMS verification worldwide, including the USA, UK, Australia, and 40 other countries. We update our free temporary phone numbers monthly to ensure they remain active and can reliably receive SMS. No sign-up is required.
Choose a country and select a temporary phone number by visiting the corresponding page on Receive-SMS.io.
Start the registration process for the service where you want to use this number (e.g., Google, Telegram, ChatGPT, etc.).
When prompted to verify your phone number, enter the temporary number you chose.
Check the incoming SMS logs. Copy the verification code and paste it into the service’s website to complete the sign-up process.
By using a temporary phone number, you maintain privacy, reduce spam, and keep your personal or business lines separate from routine verification messages. Always remember to check individual platform policies to ensure compatibility with temporary phone numbers.
Temporary phone number for Service Verification
Our virtual phone numbers are perfect for receiving sms messages and let you register on most popular services and websites worldwide.
They provide flexible, safe, and privacy-conscious account verification.
Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Messaging Apps: Telegram, Whatsapp, Viber
Email Services: Google, Yahoo, Bing
Marketplaces and E-Commerce: Walmart, Amazon, Aliexpress, Ebay
Dating Apps: Tinder, PlentyOfFish, Topface, Mamba
Benefits of Receiving SMS with Virtual Phone
1. Privacy Protection
Safeguards personal phone numbers by masking them with temporary virtual ones.
2. Convenient SMS Verification
Simplifies account creation and validation processes by receiving SMS messages without using your real phone number.
3. Reduced Spam
Helps avoid unwanted marketing messages and keeps personal inboxes clutter-free.
4. Cost-Effective
Eliminates the need for extra SIM cards or long-term subscriptions, making it a budget-friendly solution. Receive-sms.io is absolutely free.
5. Global Reach
Allows businesses and users to easily access international phone numbers, expanding service coverage without physical barriers.
FAQ
What is a virtual number?
A virtual number is a phone number that operates online without requiring a physical SIM card.
Where can I use my virtual phone number?
You can use it on any platform or service that requires phone verification, such as social media, messaging apps, and online marketplaces.
Will you give a SIM card with a virtual number linked to it?
No, these numbers, also known as ‘’temp numbers’’ are entirely digital, so there is no physical SIM card involved.
What to do if I cannot receive SMS?
Double-check the temporary number you entered. If issues persist, try a different number or wait a moment and refresh the SMS log. Alternatively try our private numbers.
Is it a free service?
Yes, our platform offers free access to temporary phone numbers for SMS verification.
Are these fake phone numbers?
They are real phone numbers that can receive SMS messages for OTP account activation, but they are shared and intended for temporary or one-time use.
Why use a disposable phone number?
It helps protect your privacy, reduces spam, and removes the need for multiple SIM cards.
How often do numbers get rotated?
Numbers are updated and refreshed every month to ensure consistent availability and security.
How many disposable numbers do you have?
We provide hundreds of global numbers, and our selection may change over time as new numbers become available.
Do I need my real phone number to use receive-sms.io?
No, you can use our virtual numbers without sharing your personal phone number.
Are temporary numbers VOIP?
Many of our numbers are powered by VoIP, but they all function for receiving text messages regardless of the underlying technology.
Can anyone see the contents of messages?
Yes, the SMS logs are public, so please avoid sharing sensitive or confidential information.
How long are SMS messages kept?
Messages are stored for 4 weeks and then automatically removed to maintain privacy.
