Hello everyone!
I’m struggling a bit with online sign-ups and verifications and hoping someone can offer some guidance. I’ve been using TextPlus, but it rarely works for sign-ups. I’ve tried a few other free apps too, but when I try to use them for security codes or to verify my number on a website, the site always seems to know it’s a “fake number” and won’t send the code.
Any suggestions for apps that work better for this purpose? I’m looking for something more reliable!
Thanks in advance for any recommendations!
Hello there @naomirose! Responding to your search for a reliable app for SMS verification codes.
I feel your pain—TextPlus can definitely be hit or miss! In my experience, Burner has worked well for me when signing up for stuff. It’s free for a limited amount of time, and you get a number that actually receives texts, including verification codes.
It’s less likely to be flagged as a “fake” number compared to others, but still, there’s no perfect solution since some websites can catch on to these types of apps.
Hope this suggestion for Burner helps you out!
Hi Peeps ! Following up on the search for reliable apps for getting verification codes, and seeing the @sam.aarun’s suggestion about Burner.
@naomirose Have you tried Google Voice? It’s been a pretty solid option for me when I need a temporary number for sign-ups. It’s free and offers features like call forwarding, text messaging, and voicemail.
The number is tied to your Google account, so some sites seem to trust it more than random numbers from other apps.
Hope this helps you get those codes reliably! :-))
Hello @naomirose !
You might want to try TextNow—it gives you a free number that works for texting, and I haven’t had issues with sites rejecting it. It’s also a good alternative to TextPlus.
Just be aware, some sites might still be wary of numbers from apps like these, but in my experience, TextNow has been more reliable than others for sign-ups.
And lastly kudos to both @dimplesaini.230 and @sam.aarun for your superb contribution. :=)
Give it a shot, In my case it did work, it may do the same for you.