Temporary Phone Numbers for FarPost
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for FarPost Through SMSFAST
To make a purchase and receive SMS online:Log in to your account
Either create a new account by clicking "Registration" or log in if you already have one.
Fund your balance
In the top right corner, click "+" and choose a convenient top-up method. Add the amount you need.
Select FarPost
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "FarPost". Then, choose your region from the list.
Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds for your temporary number to be purchased and activated.
Get the number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" field to activate the service.
Enter the code
Wait for the one-time password (OTP) to appear in the "Code from SMS" field, then enter it in the FarPost verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for FarPost
FarPost is a major online classifieds marketplace in Russia where you can buy and sell a vast range of goods and services. To post an ad or contact a seller, you must register an account, which involves phone number verification. While necessary for creating a trusted community, using your personal number on a public platform can expose you to scams and unwanted contact. A temporary phone number is an essential tool for navigating FarPost safely and securely.
Protect Your Privacy When Buying and Selling
When you list an item for sale or inquire about a purchase, your contact information becomes available to strangers. Using a virtual number allows you to communicate with other users without revealing your true phone number. This protects you from receiving unsolicited calls long after your item is sold and prevents people you don't know from having your private contact details. It’s a simple way to ensure your safety and privacy.
Avoid Scams and Fraudulent Activity
Classifieds sites are unfortunately a common place for scammers. They may try to use your phone number for phishing attempts or to find more of your personal data online. A disposable phone number is your first line of defense. You can use it to receive the verification SMS and for all initial communications. If you encounter a suspicious user, you can easily discard the number, cutting off all contact and protecting yourself from potential fraud.
Keep Your Primary Number Clean
Using your main phone number for classifieds ads can lead to it being saved and used by various individuals and potentially scraped by data miners. This can result in long-term spam. A temporary number ensures that all communications related to your FarPost activities are kept separate. Once your transaction is complete, you no longer have to worry about follow-up messages or your number being added to marketing lists, keeping your personal line pristine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for FarPost registration. FarPost requires a phone number for account creation, and our virtual numbers provide a reliable way to receive the SMS verification code.
Yes, you can. SMSFAST allows you to rent multiple virtual numbers, meaning you can use a unique number for each FarPost account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into FarPost. Also, ensure the number you used is still active and within its valid time frame.
If the issue persists, the number might have been flagged by FarPost. In such cases, we recommend simply renting a new temporary phone number and repeating the registration process.
There may be a slight delay in network delivery at times. Please give it a minute or two.
- Request resend: On the FarPost interface, look for the option to resend the code. This often prompts a new SMS message to be sent to your number.
- Ensure you are actively viewing the SMSFAST interface for the specific virtual number you rented, as the SMS message will appear there.
If the code still doesn't arrive after a resend attempt, the temporary number might be experiencing an issue with that specific service. We recommend canceling the current number (if no SMS has been received, you typically won't be charged) and renting a new disposable number from SMSFAST.
A number is valid for up to 20 minutes for SMS verification purposes. This ensures you have enough time to receive your verification code and complete the registration.
Yes, we provide real, non-VoIP numbers from local SIM cards. You can use to register on a variety of services.
No, you generally cannot reuse the same temporary number for FarPost registration. It is designed for one-time SMS verification. If you need to register another account, you'll require a new code from a new virtual number.
Yes, it is safe. Using SMSFAST numbers for services like FarPost significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.