Fake Number For Tinder: How To Privately Receive Phone Verification

It’s no secret that the popular dating app, Tinder, requires a personal phone number to create an account. However, what may be a secret is how to create a Tinder account without providing your actual phone number, i.e., using a fake number for Tinder.

Using a disposable number for the Tinder verification step can prevent exposing your real phone number. Virtual numbers protect your personal information when registering with the dating site. The easiest and best way to get a burner number is through a mobile app.

There are a lot of burner apps to choose from when creating a fake number for Tinder registration. Read on to find out.

Why Creating A Tinder Profile Requires Phone Number Verification

When you create a Tinder account, the personal information you must provide as stated in Tinder’s Privacy Policy includes your email address and phone number.

In its Community Rules and Terms of Use web pages, Tinder also says that you cannot have more than one account on the app.

Your email address is used to help Tinder ensure that users don’t create multiple Tinder profiles and spam the system. On the other hand, your phone number is used for verification purposes. The Tinder phone verification step is as follows:

When you sign up for Tinder, the app will send a text message with a 6-digit SMS verification code to your personal phone number. You enter the code into the app to complete the sign-up process.

Tinder uses your phone number to verify if you are a real person for multiple reasons:

1. Mobile phone numbers are generally static, which means they don’t often change, making a stable form of verification.
2. Additionally, cell phone numbers are unique, so they can identify people.
3. Phone numbers are difficult to fake. Most phone companies use two-factor authentication (2FA) to ensure that the person trying to access their account is the owner of the phone number.
4. Most people already have a phone number, so it’s convenient to use it as their identifier.

A Big Problem: Online Apps Trade Your Personal Information to Third Parties

The 21st-century world revolves around people trading their personal information with companies for the services they offer. This is called digital advertising. It is a way to get people to buy things. As of March 2020, this was a $365 billion industry.

This is because popular dating apps like Tinder can collect your data and generate targeted ads.

You can learn how Tinder uses and shares your information by reading the “How We Use Information” and “How We Share Information” sections on their privacy policy webpage.

According to the above sections, one way Tinder uses your information is to provide you with advertising that might interest you. The company also shares some members’ information with service providers and advertising partners.

Having read this, it’s no surprise that people are looking to create a Tinder account with burner numbers instead of providing their actual number.

Popular Burner Phone Number Apps for Verifying Your Tinder Account

Before we give the app list, let’s quickly explain the technology behind burner phone number apps.

Burner phone number apps create virtual phone numbers using VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). VoIP allows your phone to send and receive voice calls and SMS messages over the internet instead of traditional phone lines. This means that you can use your computer or a mobile app to make and receive calls and texts. The other person will see the number associated with the VoIP service rather than your actual phone number.

Burner apps use VoIP to create temporary or disposable numbers that you can use for online dating sites (or any other situation) where you don’t want to give out your real number.

We have a detailed post on some frequently asked questions about physical burner phones. But if you don’t want physical burner phones, you can use an app to create a burner number. This is relatively simple, right?

1. Hushed

Tired of giving out your actual number to online dating sites? Hushed might be the perfect app for you! With over 300 area codes to choose from, you can get a virtual number that’s local to you. Use it for online dating sites, classifieds, or any other situation where you don’t want to give out your real number.

2. Burner

With Burner, you can create a temporary number that’s perfect for online dating. Just use your burner number when you sign up for Tinder, and stop disclosing your personal digits! You know the drill — you sign up for Tinder or another online dating app, and they start selling your info to other companies.

3. CoverMe

CoverMe is a second phone number app. If you’re concerned about your privacy and security, CoverMe is a great way to stay safe. It’s easy to use as well.

With a disposable phone number that can be canceled at any time and secure calls and texts that keep your conversations confidential, CoverMe definitely makes it to our top 5 burner phone app list.

4. TextMe Up

TextMe Up is one of the free popular burner phone apps for all your discreet communication needs.

With this fake number app, one can keep your personal information private while still enjoying all the benefits of dating apps. The app also features free texting to US and Canada numbers, as well as free calling — without using up any of your precious minutes. Plus, you can change your number or add another one whenever you want and switch between multiple numbers with ease.

5. Sideline

Looking for a second phone number that’s unique and fits your lifestyle? Sideline has you covered! This app will allow you to build your identity with a personalized second number with customizable numbers. It also many local area codes to choose from.

Sideline is the perfect way to build your identity without giving up your primary number.

Tips To Proactively Secure Your Privacy on Tinder

If you’re one of the millions of Tinder users, you may be wondering how to best protect your privacy while using the app. While Tinder takes some precautions to protect your private information, there are still steps you can take to make sure your data is as safe as possible. Here are a few tips to get started.

• Use a secondary phone number instead of your Facebook or Google account to register with Tinder.
• Do not link your Instagram, Spotify, or other online profiles.
• Remember to avoid revealing your location by adjusting My Current Location to a location near you and not your home location.
• Adjust your device permissions to allow Tinder to access your location only when using the app.
• Toggle OFF Show me on Tinder to hide your profile temporarily.
• Delete Account when you no longer need it.
• You can pay for a Tinder Plus subscription to keep your profile private.

There’s a common saying that goes, “Safety first, fun second,” and I think it’s really true. Remember to always prioritize the security of your personal information amidst the fun of meeting new people and sharing photos on online dating sites.

The general mantra is to stay safe online while having fun.

So, which do you think puts your privacy at more risk: The average social media platform or a dating site?

This article originally appeared on Data Overhaulers. Read on to learn more tips to help you control your digital life.