About This App
In a world where your phone number is often the key to your personal information, managing who has access to it can be a challenge. Burner offers a straightforward way to create disposable phone numbers for various situations, providing an extra layer of privacy for your daily communications.
Whether you're signing up for online services, dealing with temporary contacts, or simply want to avoid unsolicited calls, this app provides a flexible solution for maintaining boundaries and protecting your primary number.
Best For
- Users concerned about online privacy
- Individuals needing temporary contact numbers
- People tired of spam calls and texts
- Anyone seeking to separate personal and professional contacts
- Online sellers and temporary service users
- Users in the US and Canada
Key Features
Disposable Numbers
Generate new, temporary phone numbers with custom area codes. Use them for online sign-ups or to avoid sharing your real number, providing instant privacy and control.
Unlimited Messaging
Send and receive unlimited SMS and calls using your burner number over Wi-Fi or data. This allows for consistent communication without affecting your primary plan.
Number Burning
Easily delete a burner number when it's no longer needed. This action removes all associated data, ensuring your privacy remains intact and leaving no digital footprint.
Editor's Notes
- The app provides a user-friendly interface for managing multiple temporary numbers, which is particularly useful for online transactions or dating apps. While the core functionality is solid, some advanced features like AI voicemail sorting are behind a premium subscription.
- Availability is limited to the US and Canada, and it's important to note that it does not support emergency 911 calls or all SMS shortcode services.
User Feedback
Users appreciate the ease of creating and managing temporary numbers for enhanced privacy and spam avoidance.