Editor's Review
I grabbed TextNow expecting just another VoIP app, but it’s genuinely a solid second phone number. The free US number activation was instant, and calls over Wi-Fi are crisp with no lag. What surprised me is the SIM card option—for a few bucks, you get free access to maps and messaging when you’re off Wi-Fi. Perfect for anyone needing a burner line or a kid’s first phone without the monthly bill. Ads show up occasionally, but for free unlimited talk and text? Worth it.
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TextNow Official Introduction
Call and text for free with TextNow, the free phone service with over 100 million users. Get nationwide coverage with unlimited talk and text, plus 5G data—starting at $0/month, and low-cost international calling. Staying connected doesn’t have to be expensive — even with a second line.
What makes us different?
• No phone bill, no fixed contracts, and no hidden fees
• Get a free local phone number or keep your own for a private second line or business use.
• Flexible data options: daily, weekly, or monthly unlimited data access.
• Low-cost international calling to 230+ countries
FREE TALK & TEXT NATIONWIDE: NO PHONE BILL, NO FIXED CONTRACTS
Stay connected with the TextNow free Wi-Fi calling and texting app, or order a TextNow SIM card to freely call, text, and use selected apps on your second line without having to connect to Wi-Fi.
FREE FLEX PLAN
We are the first phone service provider to offer data completely FREE. With the Free Flex Plan, you can access apps like:
• Maps
• Rideshare
• Banking apps
All without paying for a data plan. Simply order a SIM card to get started - No commitments, no hidden fees.
UNLIMITED DATA PLANS: AFFORDABLE & FLEXIBLE
Only pay for the data you use with no long-term contracts or commitments.
We’re the ONLY provider with super flexible unlimited data options.
We have:
• Low-cost daily passes
• Affordable weekly or monthly unlimited data plans
You can cancel any time in the app! Get the data you want, exactly when you want it.
SECOND PHONE NUMBER: FOR PRIVATE CALLING & TEXTING, A SEPARATE BUSINESS LINE & MORE
Use the TextNow Wi-Fi calling and unlimited text messaging app as a free second phone line. Perfect for 2nd line, business phone, side hustles, or personal use. It gives free nationwide calls and texts without an extra phone bill.
INTERNATIONAL CALLING: Low-cost international calls across 230+ COUNTRIES
Have friends and family overseas? TextNow offers free calls to Mexico and Canada with low-cost international calls to 230+ countries with rates starting at less than $0.01 per minute.
WHY TEXTNOW?
• Call and text for free immediately when you download the TextNow communication app – No bill or fees
• Get nationwide data coverage with a TextNow SIM card, and unlimited talk and text without Wi-Fi on your second line
• Get a local second phone number or keep your existing number. Area codes are available across most metro areas in the US.
• FREE voice call, direct message, SMS message, picture and video messenger nationwide in the US or Canada.
• Flexible data options with daily, weekly, and monthly. Only pay when you want it.
• Use on multiple devices including your computer or tablet and effortlessly access calls and texts whenever you need them.
• Low-cost international calls across over 230 countries.
• Voicemail to text audio transcription and conference calling.
HOW IS TEXTNOW FREE?
There are no yearly or monthly fees to use TextNow. We partner with brands to pay for your phone service (so you don’t have to) with in-app ads. Ads won’t interrupt your experience. If you don't like ads, you can purchase a subscription to remove them.
MORE FEATURES STANDARD FOR ALL USERS
• Passcode for safe and private texting and calling
• Caller ID
• Customizable free text tones, call tones, ringtones, vibrations and phone backgrounds
• Quick Reply to speedily respond to friends
• A home screen widget for instant use
So, what are you waiting for? Download the app and take control of your phone service, starting today.
TextNow Tips
TextNow Android Guide: How to Use It for WhatsApp & Avoid Common Mistakes
If you’re tired of giving out your real phone number to every app or website you sign up for, TextNow is the Android tool you didn’t know you needed. It’s a simple, no-fuss app that hooks you up with a free US or Canadian virtual number—perfect for keeping your personal digits private, especially when you need to set up WhatsApp without using your actual phone number.
Let’s get one thing straight first: TextNow works, but it’s not without its quirks. I’ve messed around with it for a few weeks, and while it’s super handy, there are a few things you need to watch out for to avoid pulling your hair out later.
First, the setup. It’s mostly straightforward, but don’t skip these steps. You’ll need a solid US IP connection—seriously, if your IP isn’t US-based, the app might not work right. Grab a good, private US proxy (nothing sketchy) to mimic a real US user. Then, sign up—you can use a Gmail (skip Chinese emails, they won’t get verification codes), Google account, or Facebook. No need for your real phone number here, which is the whole point.
Once you’re signed up, you’ll pick a virtual number from a list. Pick one you can remember, ‘cause you’ll need it for WhatsApp. Pro move: don’t ghost this number. If you don’t use it for a week, TextNow might take it back—and that means your WhatsApp account could stop working. Just send a quick text or make a short call every few days to keep it active.
Now, the big reason most people use TextNow: hooking it up to WhatsApp. Here’s how to do it without a headache. First, make sure you have WhatsApp installed on your Android (you might need to grab it from a third-party app store if it’s not in Google Play). Open WhatsApp, enter your TextNow number, and wait for the verification code.
If you don’t get the SMS code (and trust me, that happens), don’t panic. Just tap the “call me” option—WhatsApp will give you an automated call with the code. Write that down, enter it, and you’re good to go. Oh, and you’ll need access to the internet outside your region to use WhatsApp properly—don’t forget that part.
A few quick do’s and don’ts. Do keep your IP clean—one IP per account, otherwise TextNow might ban you. Do set up privacy settings on WhatsApp to limit who sees your info, ‘cause TextNow numbers are technically public. Don’t use this for super important stuff—its call and text stability isn’t as good as a real carrier, especially if your Wi-Fi is spotty.
Overall, TextNow is a solid pick for anyone wanting a free virtual number on Android. It’s not perfect, but it gets the job done—whether you’re setting up WhatsApp, signing up for websites, or just keeping your real number private. Follow these tips, and you’ll avoid the most common mistakes people make with it.
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