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Free British Temporary Phone Numbers — Receive SMS Online
Use a free British temporary phone number to receive SMS online for testing, sign‑ups and one‑time passwords (OTP). Public inboxes accept messages in international format (+44) and are ideal for low‑risk verifications without sharing your personal mobile.
Why use a British disposable number?
A disposable number helps you trial services before committing your real SIM. Typical uses include verifying messaging apps, creating test accounts, or receiving promo codes. Many UK forms support +44 numbers and deliver OTPs reliably, though routes can vary by sender.
Delivery and coverage
Numbers rotate and are publicly shared. If a code does not arrive within a minute, resend or pick another number with recent activity. UK users often reference London, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow, but geographic origin is less important than freshness.
Examples of supported services
Commonly tested senders include WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Google, Facebook, Discord, Tinder, and e‑commerce sites. High‑security platforms (banks, government, enterprise 2FA) may block public/VOIP routes — use a private SIM for those.
Good practices
Enter the number in +44 international format, keep the page open and refresh to fetch new SMS. Avoid receiving sensitive information — public inboxes are visible to everyone. For long‑term ownership or private use, consider a dedicated paid number.
Are British disposable numbers reliable?
They work for many everyday verifications. Reliability depends on sender and routing. Switch to a recently active number if delivery fails and try again.
Which format should I use?
Use +44 followed by the national number. Some forms auto‑format; otherwise type the plus sign and digits without spaces.
Is it really free?
Yes. Public British numbers here are free and require no registration. Messages are public, so do not receive confidential codes.
What if the OTP never arrives?
Wait 30–60 seconds, then resend. Try a different number or come back later — some services intermittently restrict public routes.
Can I keep the same number?
No. Public numbers can rotate or become inactive. For persistence, rent a private number from a provider.