Temporary Phone Numbers for Shielded
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Shielded 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 "Shielded." 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 Shielded
Integrate the developer security tools from a platform like Shielded.dev while keeping your own professional identity and primary contact information secure. To sign up for an account, access the API, or start a trial, you must provide a phone number for verification. A temporary phone number is an essential utility for any security-conscious developer who wants to evaluate new tools with complete privacy.
Protect Your Developer Identity
When you're evaluating a security product, you may not want to immediately associate your primary professional identity or your company with the service. Using a virtual phone number for the initial SMS verification allows you to create a sandboxed Shielded account for testing. This is vital for conducting an unbiased evaluation and maintaining confidentiality about the security tools your team is exploring.
A Secure and Private Onboarding Process
Your goal is to get access to the platform and start testing its security features. A disposable phone number allows you to receive the verification OTP (One-Time Password) from Shielded instantly and privately. You can get your account approved in minutes, all without linking your permanent business or personal number to the service you are still vetting.
A Firewall for Your Professional Communications
Using a temporary number acts as a firewall for your direct line. It protects your real number from being added to marketing funnels for other cybersecurity tools, webinars, or enterprise sales pitches. It allows you to focus on the technical merits of the security platform without being distracted by unsolicited contact, ensuring a more efficient and secure evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Shielded registration. Shielded 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 Shielded account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Shielded. 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 Shielded. 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 Shielded 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 Shielded 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 Shielded significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.