Italy Temporary Phone Numbers
How to Receive SMS from Italy with SMSFAST
Log in to your account
If you don't have a SMSFAST account, click "Registration" to create one. Otherwise, log in with your existing credentials.
Top up your balance
In the top right corner, click the "+" icon and select your preferred top-up method. Add the desired amount to your account.
Select Italy
From the left-hand menu, click "Select country" and then choose "Italy".
Select a service
From the list displayed, select the specific service you need and click on it.
Complete your purchase
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds. We will confirm the purchase and activate your temporary Italy number.
- Copy the phone number from the "Number" field and paste it into the service registration form.
- Wait for the verification code to appear in the "Code from SMS" field and use it to activate your service.
- You can also receive SMS messages by clicking the corresponding button in the "Actions" field for your SMS verification.
Why You May Need a Temporary Phone Number from Italy (+39)
Italy, a nation celebrated for its history and culture, also boasts a modern and evolving digital landscape, where mobile technology is deeply integrated into daily life, commerce, and public services. For expatriates, business professionals, and tourists exploring its ancient sites and diverse regions, a local (+39) Italian phone number is an indispensable tool for communication, digital payments, and accessing a wide array of online platforms. A temporary number is the most efficient way to plug into this vibrant network.
Unlocking Digital Payments and Essential Italian Apps
Daily life in Italy is increasingly managed through mobile applications. Digital payment services, such as PayPal, Skrill, Amazon Pay, and Google Pay, are widely used for online shopping and various transactions, often requiring a phone number for verification. Mobile banking apps from major institutions, such as Intesa Sanpaolo or UniCredit, are essential for managing finances, making transfers, and conducting secure transactions, often using SMS verification. Popular ride-hailing apps, such as Free Now (which operates with licensed taxis), food delivery services like Just Eat and Glovo, and online marketplaces all rely on a local phone number for account creation and security verification. A virtual phone number from Italy allows you to receive the necessary SMS messages to get set up instantly and navigate the country's digital services like a local.
Building Trust and Staying Connected
For any foreign enterprise or individual establishing a presence in Italy, having a local number is vital for fostering trust and ensuring effective communication. Local partners, clients, and service providers are significantly more likely to engage with and trust a phone number they recognize as being from Italy. For individuals, a temporary number is useful for booking accommodations, making restaurant reservations, arranging local transportation, and connecting with local guides or service providers, all while protecting your primary contact information. It's an innovative, secure solution for seamless interaction in this culturally rich and digitally advancing nation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use an Italy temporary number from SMSFAST to receive SMS codes for registrations, logins, and confirmations.
Yes. They help protect your SIM and reduce spam or unwanted calls.
No, SMSFAST numbers do not support calls — they are SMS-only. Most services only require SMS verification, so call support is not needed.
They act like normal numbers but are online. With SMSFAST, you can instantly receive SMS for verifications or logins.
It’s a quick way to keep your privacy safe when creating accounts, testing apps, or registering on sites.
Yes, you can receive one-time passwords, login codes, and other verification texts.
Italy numbers for activations are valid for 20 minutes. If you need it longer, you can rent it for 1 day up to 1 month.