People are often searching for a trick to use whatsapp without using their number or let’s just say you do not have a number but still want to use WhatsApp, is it possible? Yes absolutely possible by using a virtual or fake number.
In this article, I will guide you to get a free virtual number or fake number to create WhatsApp Account. It means you can use WhatsApp without phone number (own) or sim card.I am personally using this trick and it is 100% working and tested by me.
It is very easy and very simple. But before that, I have to tell you the basics first.
What are virtual numbers and how do they work?
Virtual numbers are similar to real numbers from different countries, but they are not connected to a SIM card. These numbers are provided by various companies and can be used to call and receive messages, verification codes, voice mails, and more. With this in mind, it is possible to use a virtual number to register for WhatsApp and enjoy all the benefits of the app without having a phone number. However, you will have to pay a subscription to get these virtual numbers.
Getting virtual numbers for free using TextNow
TextNow is a popular app that provides free virtual numbers for its users. The app is easy to use, and all you need to do is sign up for an account, and you’ll be assigned a virtual number. With this number, you can create an account on WhatsApp for free, including making calls, sending messages, and more.
Steps to get a free virtual number:
- Download the TextNow app on your device from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Launch the TextNow app and click on “Sign Up.”
- Fill in your information email address, and password.
- Verify your email address by clicking on the verification link sent to your email.
- Once you’ve verified your email, you will be asked to give an area code.
- Click on do not “do not use location”.
- Put this area code 514(currently working as of 15-feb-2023) or 416.
- Select a free virtual number of your choice and click on “Use This Number.”
- The virtual number will now be linked to your TextNow account and you can use this free virtual number to sign up for WhatsApp.
Problems regarding TextNow App [FIXED]
If the TextNow app is not available on Play Store then Click here to download the latest version.
If this app is not available in your country during sign-up follow the steps below:
- Click here to download the VPN app.
- Connect to a Canada Ip. Make sure it is connected during the sign-up in the TextNow app.
- Clear the data of the TextNow app.
- Now try to sign up again using a different email and password.
- That’s it, now follow the above-explained steps to get a free virtual number from TextNow.
Steps to use the free virtual number on WhatsApp:
- To sign up for WhatsApp, simply launch the app, and enter the virtual number you got from TextNow.
- Make sure to enter the country code “+1” before entering the number.
- Now WhatsApp will send you a Verification OTP to your virtual number (TextNow)
- If you do not receive the OTP verification code, Wait for 50 seconds.
- Click on “did not receive code?”
- Then tap on the “call me” option.
- You will receive an automatic call from whatsapp, it will say the OTP code.
- Use that code to verify on WhatsApp.
- That’s it, you got your Whatsapp without using a phone number or Sim card for free. You do not need any sim or OTP verification anymore.
Now Enjoy using whatsapp without having any kind of number-related issues.
Here is a tutorial video if want to see it:
Alternative Solution:
Here is another way to get a free virtual number for the registration of WhatsApp.There is also another app named 2nd line.
- Go to your Play Store and download the 2nd line app.
- Now sign up for this app.
- If are having issues like, if it says this app is not available in your country then use a Vpn and connect to Canada Ip.
- After that use area an area code 416 or 512, the same as TextNow.
- Now it will show you free numbers from Canada
- Choose a number to use.
- That’s it, Get this free fake number and use it on WhatsApp to register an account.
These tricks can be used on PC too. You can use these free or fake virtual numbers to register on the WhatsApp desktop(PC) version.
Note below:
The official website of TextNow says this app is only available for Canadian and Us users. If you another country you have to use a VPN from Canada or USA in order to sign up for their service.
Now the second thing is that there are a lot of users using this app to get free virtual numbers. I will provide the latest and working Area code on this page, So keep visiting this page.