FreePhoneNum

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about receiving SMS online with free temporary numbers.

Can I send a free text message using FreePhoneNum.com? +
Yes, you can send SMS using FreePhoneNum.com. Currently only US and Canada are supported.
How often are the phone numbers refreshed? +
It depends on how many people use the service for testing.
Combien coûte ce service? +
This is a free service and we do not charge users. It will remain free forever.
A quoi sert ce site internet? +
The numbers here are for receiving SMS for development and testing purposes only. They can't be used for any illegal purpose or to harass people.
Ai-je besoin d'un numéro de téléphone pour utiliser ce service? +
No. If you have a web browser and an active internet connection you can freely use the service.
Dois-je télécharger un logiciel ou une application mobile? +
No, this is a completely web-based service, so you don't need to download anything.
Do you filter messages that are received? +
Yes. All SMS relating to banks and financial activity are automatically filtered. Sensitive information like passwords is filtered too.
I've waited 10 minutes and not received an SMS — why? +
Some services block numbers or delay OTP if used many times. Try another number with a low volume of SMS today. Numbers in parentheses show how many SMS were received today. Some services send OTP as a voice call, which we do not store — we only support SMS OTP / verification codes.
How do I receive an SMS? +
1) Choose a country. 2) Choose a number. 3) Copy the number and use it on the service that needs verification. 4) Wait for the SMS to appear on the page, usually within a minute.
Can I receive Tinder, Apple ID, Gmail or Facebook verification codes? +
There is no reason you should not be able to receive the code. Remember this is only for development and testing — it should never be used for creating fake accounts.
Are these fake numbers? +
No. All numbers on this website are real VoIP numbers. All text messages are received from real phone numbers around the world.
I keep getting texts from your number — where do I complain? +
Please visit the Report Abuse page to block your number.

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