# Get Virtual Phone Number

> Free public phone numbers to receive SMS online, with a shared inbox on each number's page and no sign-up. New numbers are added every day at 00:00 UTC; every number shows the date it was added. Every SMS is stored with its full text and stays on the number's page. Free JSON API and MCP server for developers and AI agents.

Live as of 2026-10-03 00:54 UTC: 101 numbers online in 7 countries. Latest drop 2026-10-03: 6 numbers. Next drop 2026-10-04 00:00 UTC: 9 numbers. Codes are shown in full for 10 minutes after arrival, then partly masked. Public numbers are not for banking, payment, crypto or government accounts.

## Free numbers
- [All free numbers](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers): every country and platform, numbers online now, newest first
- [New numbers](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/new): daily drops at 00:00 UTC, up to 3 numbers per country, listed by date
- [Temporary number for verification at sign-up](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/verification): A temporary number for verification gets sign-up codes on a shared mobile line. The inbox refreshes about every 20 seconds, with no account or app.
- [Number for OTP codes on login and 2FA screens](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/otp): A number for OTP receives one-time passwords for test logins on a public page. Bank and UPI OTPs belong on your own SIM, never on a shared line.
- [Free non VoIP number on a real mobile line](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/non-voip-number): Get a non VoIP number free: public lines from mobile ranges that lookups label as mobile, with a shared SMS inbox. Learn how line type is set and checked.
- [Free +1 US number for WhatsApp test accounts](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/whatsapp/usa): A free US number for WhatsApp test accounts: enter the 10-digit +1 line under United States, then read the 6-digit SMS on the public inbox page.
- [Fake phone number generator with reserved fictional ranges](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/fake-phone-number-generator): Generate a fake phone number from ranges reserved for fiction: US 555-0100 to 555-0199, UK Ofcom drama numbers and Australian ACMA numbers.
- [Canada free numbers (+1)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/canada): 50 online; Canadian numbers share the +1 plan: a 3-digit area code and a 7-digit line.
- [United States free numbers (+1)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/usa): 39 online, 11 used with history; +1 followed by a 3-digit area code and a 7-digit line. 212 is Manhattan, 305 Miami, 415 San Francisco.
- [Algeria free numbers (+213)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/algeria): 3 online; Algerian mobiles are +213 and nine digits starting with 5, 6 or 7 (0 in front locally).
- [Netherlands free numbers (+31)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/netherlands): 3 online; Dutch mobiles are +31 6 followed by eight digits (06 locally).
- [Moldova free numbers (+373)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/moldova): 3 online; Moldovan mobiles are +373 and eight digits starting with 6 or 7 (0 in front locally).
- [United Kingdom free numbers (+44)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/uk): 2 online; UK mobile numbers are 11 digits: +44 then 7xxx xxx xxx (dialled 07xxx inside the UK).
- [Sweden free numbers (+46)](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/sweden): 1 online; Swedish mobiles are +46 7x xxx xx xx (07x locally).

## Platforms (verification codes by service)
- [Telegram Temporary Number: Live Inbox for Login Codes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/telegram): Use a free temporary number for Telegram: enter it in the app, then read the 5-digit login code in a shared live SMS inbox. No signup, no app needed.
- [Free Virtual Number for WhatsApp Verification Codes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/whatsapp): Get a free virtual number for WhatsApp, request the 6-digit code and read it in a shared live SMS inbox. Real mobile lines, no signup, SMS only.
- [Temporary Number for Gmail Verification: Live SMS Inbox](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/gmail): Need a temporary number for Gmail verification? Pick a free line, request the Google code and read the 6-digit SMS in a shared live inbox. SMS only.
- [Temporary Number for TikTok: Free SMS Verification](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tiktok): Receive a TikTok SMS code on a free public mobile number. Open a line, enter it in TikTok, and read the 6-digit code from the live shared inbox.
- [Free Temporary Number for Instagram Verification Codes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/instagram): Use a free public mobile number for Instagram sign-up and read the 6-digit SMS code in a shared inbox. No account needed. Fits test profiles only.
- [Temporary Number for Microsoft Account, Outlook and Xbox](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/microsoft): Receive the Microsoft security code by SMS on a free public mobile line. Pick a number, enter it in the form, and read the code from the live inbox.
- [Temporary Number for Tinder: Free SMS Verification Lines](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tinder): Receive the Tinder SMS code on a free public mobile number for a test profile. Learn what works, what Tinder rejects, and why shared lines suit short use only.
- [Temporary Number for Discord: Free SMS Verification](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/discord): Receive a Discord SMS code on a free public mobile number. Learn when Discord asks for a phone, why some numbers fail, and which accounts suit a shared line.
- [Free Temporary Number for Facebook Confirmation Codes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/facebook): Open a free public mobile number, enter it on Facebook and read the confirmation SMS in a shared inbox. No sign-up. Meant for test accounts only.
- [Temporary Number for Uber: Receive the SMS Code Free](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/uber): Read the Uber verification text on a free public number. Shared SMS inbox with auto-refresh, plus clear limits for rides, payments and driver calls.
- [Free Temporary Number to Receive Amazon Verification SMS](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/amazon): Enter a free public mobile number at Amazon sign-up, read the 6-digit OTP in a shared inbox, and see when a buyer, seller or private line fits.
- [Free Temporary Number for X (Twitter) Verification](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/x): Use a free public number to receive the X (Twitter) confirmation text. Shared SMS inbox, no sign-up, auto-refresh, and the limits you should know first.
- [Temporary Number for Netflix: Free SMS Code Inbox](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/netflix): Free public numbers to read a Netflix text code. Shared SMS inbox with auto-refresh, plus the limits of using a temporary line for sign-in or verification.
- [Temporary Number for ChatGPT: Free Public SMS Inbox](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/openai): Free public numbers for ChatGPT and OpenAI phone verification. Read the 6-digit SMS code in a shared inbox, and see honest limits on how often it works.

## Guides
- [Why the Telegram Code Does Not Arrive, and How to Fix It](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/telegram/code-not-received): Telegram not sending the 5-digit login code? Check other devices, the country code, SMS filters and attempt limits, then switch lines or contact support.
- [How to Use Telegram Without Giving Your Own Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/telegram/without-phone-number): Telegram needs a phone number to sign up. See how to hide it, use a username, buy an anonymous number or use a temporary line for a test account.
- [WhatsApp Verification Code Not Arriving: Step-by-Step Checks](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/whatsapp/code-not-received): WhatsApp 6-digit code not arriving by SMS? Check the number, signal, filters and the call option, learn why codes pause after many tries, and when to switch.
- [Using WhatsApp Without Your Own SIM or Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/whatsapp/without-phone-number): WhatsApp needs a number to register. See linked devices, landline verification, Business options and when a temporary number fits a test account.
- [Gmail and Google Verification Codes Not Arriving: What to Check](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/gmail/code-not-received): Google verification code not arriving by text? Check the number, signal and filters, try another 2-Step method, and learn when a different number helps.
- [How to Create a Gmail Account Without a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/gmail/without-phone-number): Google sometimes lets you skip the phone step when you create a Gmail account. See when it appears, what to use instead and where a temp number fits.
- [Why the TikTok Verification Code Is Not Arriving](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tiktok/code-not-received): TikTok SMS code not arriving? Check the country code, SMS filters and resend timing, try the email option, or switch to another number. Fixes in order.
- [How to Make a TikTok Account Using Email Instead of a Phone](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tiktok/without-phone-number): You can sign up for TikTok with an email address. See when the app still asks for a phone, and where a free temporary number helps with the SMS step.
- [Fix an Instagram Code That Never Arrives](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/instagram/code-not-received): Instagram confirmation code not arriving by SMS? Check the number, carrier filters, resend limits, email and WhatsApp delivery, then try recovery.
- [How to Use Instagram Without Giving a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/instagram/without-phone-number): Create and use Instagram with only an email address, log in or recover access without a phone, and learn where a temporary number fits.
- [Fixing a Missing Microsoft Security Code](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/microsoft/code-not-received): Microsoft code not arriving by text, email or Authenticator? Identify the method, check filters and inbox, then switch the number or recover the account.
- [Outlook and Hotmail Sign-Up Without Giving a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/microsoft/without-phone-number): Make an Outlook or Hotmail address using only an email for security info. See what Microsoft may still ask for and where a temporary number helps.
- [Tinder Code Not Arriving by Text: Causes and Fixes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tinder/code-not-received): Tinder not texting your code? Check the number, signal and SMS filters, wait out pauses, and see why VoIP or reused numbers fail. Then switch lines if needed.
- [Using Tinder Without Giving Your Own Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/tinder/without-phone-number): Can you join Tinder without a number? See the accepted sign-in methods, why bypass tricks fail, and when a temporary or private number is the practical choice.
- [Fixing Discord Phone Verification That Does Not Send a Code](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/discord/code-not-received): Discord not sending the SMS code? Read the error, check the number and filters, fix already-in-use and VoIP rejections, and switch lines when needed.
- [Using Discord Without Linking a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/discord/without-phone-number): You can register on Discord with just an email. See why some servers still ask for a phone, what to ask moderators, and where a temporary number helps.
- [When Facebook Does Not Send Your Confirmation Code](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/facebook/code-not-received): No Facebook code by SMS or email? Find out which flow you are in, check the number, filters and limits, and see what to do if the code never comes.
- [Your Options for Facebook With No Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/facebook/without-phone-number): Use Facebook with an email address, recover an account when the phone is gone, remove a number safely and learn where a temporary number fits.
- [Uber SMS Code Not Arriving: Checks and Fixes](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/uber/code-not-received): Uber SMS code not arriving? Check the number, signal, filters and resend limits, learn what the too-many-requests message means and when to use another line.
- [Amazon One-Time Password Not Arriving: What to Do](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/amazon/code-not-received): No Amazon OTP or two-step code by SMS or email? Check the number on file, carrier filters, resend limits and recovery options, then try a new number.
- [Using Amazon With Email Instead of a Mobile Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/amazon/without-phone-number): Create an Amazon account with an email address, sign in and recover access without a phone, change the saved number and see where a temporary line fits.
- [X Is Not Sending Your Verification Code: What to Check](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/x/code-not-received): X (Twitter) code not arriving by text or email? Work through signal, filters, resend limits and number checks, then switch to another line if needed.
- [How to Use X (Twitter) Without Giving a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/x/without-phone-number): Create or use an X (Twitter) account with email, Google or Apple instead of a phone number, plus recovery routes and where a temporary line fits.
- [Netflix Is Not Sending Your Sign-In or Verification Code](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/netflix/code-not-received): Netflix sign-in or verification code not arriving by text or email? Check the number on file, spam, carrier filters and resend limits, then contact Netflix.
- [ChatGPT Is Not Sending the SMS Code: How to Get It](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/openai/code-not-received): No ChatGPT SMS code? Check the number, carrier filters, resend limits and the email codes OpenAI sends, then try another line for a test account.
- [Using ChatGPT When You Do Not Want to Give a Phone Number](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/free-numbers/openai/without-phone-number): Can you use ChatGPT without a phone number? See guest chat, Google, Microsoft and Apple sign-in, why OpenAI checks phones and where a public line fits.

## For developers and AI agents
- [Free SMS numbers API](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api): JSON, no key, CORS open; base URL https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1
- [GET /api/v1/countries](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1/countries): countries with online and used number counts
- [GET /api/v1/numbers?country=usa](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1/numbers?country=usa): online numbers by country, newest first
- [GET /api/v1/numbers/used](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1/numbers/used): used (offline) numbers, history still readable
- [GET /api/v1/sms?number=%2B…](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1/sms?number=%2B213540809746): SMS list of one number with full text, sender, service and code
- [GET /api/v1/drops](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/api/v1/drops): latest daily drop, next drop time, queue per country
- [OpenAPI 3.1 spec](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/openapi.json): machine-readable description of the API
- [MCP server](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/mcp): Streamable HTTP endpoint https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/mcp, no key; tools list_countries, list_numbers, latest_drop, get_inbox, wait_for_code
- [Numbers JSON feed](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/data/numbers.json): every number with country, added date, SMS count, status

## Optional
- [FAQ](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/faq): how public numbers work, safety, limits
- [About](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/about): how the shared inbox works
- [Sitemap](https://getvirtualphonenumber.com/sitemap.xml): pages, number pages and guides with real lastmod