United Kingdom Temporary Phone Numbers
How to Receive SMS from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom
From the left-hand menu, click "Select country" and then choose "United Kingdom".
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 United Kingdom 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 England (+44)
England, as the heart of the United Kingdom's digital economy, offers a vast array of online services that have become integral to daily life. For tourists, international students, and business professionals, a local English phone number (+44) is essential for everything from making dinner reservations to banking. A temporary number offers instant access without requiring credit checks or lengthy contracts.
Your Pass to the National Health Service (NHS) and More
Accessing public services in England is increasingly done online. Registering with a local GP or using the NHS App to book appointments and order prescriptions is greatly simplified with a UK phone number for verification. Beyond healthcare, a local number is crucial for setting up accounts with essential services, such as UK-based banks, online grocery delivery from chains like Tesco or Sainsbury's, and for receiving delivery notifications from couriers like Royal Mail.
Navigating a Privacy-Aware Culture
British consumers are increasingly wary of sharing personal data. Using a disposable number is a wise strategy for one-off online interactions, such as getting a quote from a price comparison website, entering a competition, or downloading a voucher. This practice prevents your primary number from being targeted by nuisance calls and marketing spam, which remain a common issue. For anyone testing the UK market or managing short-term projects, a virtual number provides a credible, local point of contact, helping you appear established and trustworthy from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
A UK temporary number works just like a regular mobile number, but you don’t need a SIM card. It’s provided online by SMSFAST, and you can use it to receive SMS messages instantly for different services.
Using a UK temporary number is a simple way to protect your privacy. Instead of giving away your real number, you can use it for quick sign-ups, testing, or one-time verifications.
Yes, you can. It lets you get verification codes, one-time passwords, and SMS notifications from various websites and apps without using your own number.
The time depends on the option you choose. Some numbers are available for one-time use, while others can stay active longer if you need to receive several messages.
Yes, they are safe. Since you don’t have to share your personal number, it reduces the risk of spam, unwanted calls, or data leaks.
Yes, it often works for setting up accounts on WhatsApp, Telegram, and other platforms. Many users rely on it for quick registration without linking their personal number.
A virtual number is usually meant for longer use, while a temp UK number is designed for short-term tasks like receiving one or a few messages.
Partly — subscribe to our Telegram channel to get $0.25 bonus credit. If you find UK numbers for $0.20–$0.30, you can rent one with that free credit. Public/free numbers exist but are less reliable and often blocked by some services; paid rentals from SMSFAST are more effective. Log in, pick UK, and apply your bonus at checkout.