Keep Your Contact Info Private
2Number is a calling app built for people who want stronger privacy controls over their communications. It provides an extra phone number that works without a physical SIM card, so you can keep personal and professional conversations separate. The app is especially useful for situations where you prefer not to share your real number — for example, online marketplaces, dating platforms, or temporary projects.
How the Service Operates
Instead of a second SIM, 2Number assigns a virtual number that runs through the app. You can use that number to place international calls, send and receive SMS, and create disposable numbers when needed. This setup lets you handle multiple lines on one device while keeping your main number hidden.
Recommended Alternative for a Second Line
If you want another option, consider the private texting & calling app. It offers a free tier and gives access to a range of local numbers from many countries. The alternative provides an easy-to-navigate interface with contact synchronization and a free trial so you can test features before committing. Paid plans unlock additional numbers and more advanced management tools.
Main Advantages
- Create short-lived numbers for one-off conversations and then discard them
- Make calls and text internationally using local numbers in different countries
- Keep personal and professional contacts separated on a single device
- Operate without a physical SIM card, using virtual lines instead
- Preserve your real phone number when dealing with strangers or online services
Extras and Subscription Options
2Number and similar apps typically include a trial period so you can evaluate functionality. If you need more than one extra line, subscription tiers allow you to add additional numbers and features for ongoing management of your communications.
Technical
- Android
- English
- German
- Russian
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
- Japanese
- Dutch
- Turkish
- Polish
- Arabic
- Swedish
- Free