Temporary Phone Numbers for Fat Llama
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Fat Llama 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 Fat Llama
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Fat Llama". 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 Fat Llama verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for Fat Llama
Rent anything from anyone on the Fat Llama peer-to-peer rental marketplace while ensuring your personal safety and privacy are fully protected. To borrow or lend items, from camera gear to DJ equipment, you need to communicate with other users and verify your account with a phone number. A temporary phone number is your most important safety tool for a secure and successful rental experience.
Transact Safely with Strangers
When you're lending your expensive equipment or borrowing from someone you don't know, your privacy is your security. Using a virtual phone number allows you to create your Fat Llama profile and communicate with other users without ever revealing your real contact information. This is the most effective way to protect yourself from potential scams, unwanted contact, or post-rental disputes.
A Secure and Private Communication Channel
Arranging a pickup and drop-off requires direct communication. A disposable phone number provides a secure and private channel for these interactions. You can get the verification OTP (One-Time Password) to create your account and then use that same number to coordinate the rental, all with the peace of mind that your personal number is kept safe.
A Clean Break After Every Rental
Once you've returned an item or had yours returned to you, your interaction with the other person should be complete. If you've used your real number, that line of communication stays open. A temporary number allows for a clean break. After the rental period is over, you can simply move on, knowing you won't be contacted again, ensuring your marketplace activity doesn't intrude on your personal life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Fat Llama registration. Fat Llama 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 Fat Llama account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Fat Llama. 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 Fat Llama. 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 Fat Llama 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 Fat Llama 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 Fat Llama significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.