Temporary Phone Numbers for RBT
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for RBT 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 "RBT." 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 RBT Services
Ringback Tone (RBT) services allow you to personalize what callers hear when they dial your number, replacing the standard ring with music or a custom message. To activate and manage this service with your mobile carrier, you need to use your phone number. However, if you are exploring third-party RBT apps or services, using your primary number may not be ideal. A temporary phone number provides a way to test these services and manage them without creating unwanted digital ties to your core personal line.
Test Services Without Commitment
Perhaps you're curious about a new RBT app but aren't sure you want to subscribe long-term. Signing up with your personal number can sometimes lead to recurring charges or difficulties in unsubscribing. Using a disposable phone allows you to receive the SMS verification to explore the app's features and library. If you decide it's not for you, you can simply move on without having linked your permanent number to the service, preventing any future unwanted interactions or billing issues.
Avoid Unwanted Marketing
Registering for third-party mobile services can often place your number on promotional lists for other products. A temporary number acts as a robust filter. It handles the initial OTP required for setup, and any subsequent marketing text messages are funneled to this secondary number. This ensures your personal inbox remains clean and is reserved for the people and communications that matter most to you, not for advertisements from mobile service partners.
Maintain Your Privacy
While your main RBT service is tied to your SIM, using third-party apps can create a new digital footprint. A virtual number helps you keep your personal number private from these additional companies. This reduces the exposure of your real number in company databases, which could be vulnerable to breaches. It's a simple but effective measure to ensure that personalizing your ringback tone doesn't inadvertently compromise your data privacy, giving you peace of mind while you customize your caller experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for RBT registration. RBT 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 RBT account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into RBT. 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 RBT. 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 RBT 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 RBT 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 RBT significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.