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Temporary Phone Numbers for Things

Service
Things
Country
Philippines
Available numbers
17436 pcs.

How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Things Through SMSFAST

To make a purchase and receive SMS online:
1
Log in to your account
Either create a new account by clicking "Registration" or log in if you already have one.
2
Fund your balance
In the top right corner, click "+" and choose a convenient top-up method. Add the amount you need.
3
Select Things
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Things." Then, choose your region from the list.
4
Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds for your temporary number to be purchased and activated.
5
Get the number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" field to activate the service.
6
Enter the code
Wait for the one-time password (OTP) to appear in the "Code from SMS" field, then enter it in the Things verification screen to complete registration.
You can also get messages by clicking the corresponding button in the "Actions" field for your SMS verification.

Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for Things

Things by Cultured Code is a premium, award-winning task manager designed to help you organize your life. To sync your to-dos across devices, you use Things Cloud, which may offer phone number verification for account security or recovery. For a system designed to create clarity and focus, it's wise to ensure the contact details linked to it don't become a source of distraction or a security risk. A virtual phone number is a smart choice for protecting your productivity hub.

Keep Your Productivity System Secure

Your task manager is the control center for your personal and professional life. Protecting access to it is critical. If you use your primary phone number for account recovery, you risk a SIM swap or other attack compromising your entire organizational system. Using a dedicated, virtual number that is not publicly known adds a robust layer of security. It ensures that only you can recover your account, protecting your plans and projects from prying eyes.

Minimize Distractions

The goal of an app like Things is to reduce mental clutter, not add to it. Linking your primary phone number could potentially expose it to marketing or notifications that pull you away from your tasks. A temporary number allows you to complete the verification process while ensuring that any non-essential communications are funneled elsewhere. This helps maintain the sanctity of your productivity tool and keeps your focus sharp.

Separate Your Tools from Your Social Life

Good digital hygiene involves compartmentalizing different areas of your life. Your primary phone number is for social connections—family, friends, and colleagues. Your productivity tools serve a different function. Using a separate, disposable phone for services like Things reinforces this healthy boundary. It keeps your private social life distinct from the tools you use to manage your work and personal projects, leading to better focus and security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a temporary number work for Things registration?
Can I register multiple accounts with SMSFAST?
What should I do if Things doesn't accept the code from the temporary number?
What should I do if I don't receive the SMS code?
How long does the number stay active?
Are these real numbers?
Can I reuse the number for Things?
Is it safe to use a virtual number?