Temporary Phone Numbers for Link
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Link 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
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Link." 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 verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for Link
Manage your employee benefits, from health savings accounts (HSAs) to commuter perks, with a platform like Link, while keeping your sensitive information private. To access your benefits portal, you are often required to register with a phone number for two-factor authentication. A dedicated virtual number is a smart strategy for separating your sensitive health and financial data from your primary contact number.
Insulate Your Health and Financial Data
Your HSA and other benefits are linked to your personal health and financial data. By using a dedicated virtual number for your benefits portal registration, you create a crucial separation between this sensitive information and your primary phone number, which is often used for less secure social accounts. This compartmentalization enhances your privacy and security.
A Secure Channel for Sensitive Verifications
Accessing your benefits account is protected by an OTP (One-Time Password). Using a dedicated number ensures that these critical security codes are sent to a secure, isolated channel, not to the same number that receives daily spam. This reduces the risk of your OTPs being missed or compromised, protecting access to your important accounts.
A Firewall for Your Personal Information
Using a separate number for a work-related benefits app acts as a firewall for your privacy. It ensures your personal phone line isn't stored in another corporate system. In the event of a data breach, your primary number is not exposed, protecting you from potential phishing scams that target employees' financial and health accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Link registration. Link 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 Link account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Link. 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 Link. 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 Link 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 Link 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 Link significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.