One of the many positive aspects of WhatsApp is that it is an instant messaging service linked to a phone number, not a SIM card. This, among other advantages, gives us the possibility of using a second account through a virtual phone number. A secondary account that can be very useful in many cases.
The idea is to have a virtual number to create a new WhatsApp account from it. In this way, we will be able have two or more WhatsApp numbers or accounts for specific uses. For example, one for personal matters and another for labor or professional matters.
What is a virtual phone number?
A virtual telephone number is one that exists and can be used without the need to be associated with a physical telephone line or a SIM card. Actually, these numbers are hosted on private servers. This flexibility means that it can be used on any device.
A virtual phone number is usually managed by a website or an application, although not all are valid. There is always the risk that it is a trap for the unwary and become the gateway for cybercriminals. Obviously, this risk does not exist in the options that we present below.
The possibility of having virtual phone numbers is not new and many have been using it for many years. However, its application in the field of WhatsApp is a novelty.
Get a virtual phone number
There are innumerable applications that exist to obtain a virtual phone number with which to create a second WhatsApp account. All of them are quite similar in terms of how they work, with their own peculiarities, and almost all of them work on both Android and iPhone phones. These are the most popular and reliable options:
2nd Line
Very easy to use: all you have to do to get a virtual phone number with 2nd Line is to download the application, select a number and start using it for messages, calls and WhatsApp. This option also allows you to use emojis and stickers, as well as attach images and documents. It works for tablets and smartphones.
The only problem that exists is that we will only be able to use it in some countries like the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom. It will not help us to use it in Spain, although it is very interesting for calls and international relations. In fact, the app was originally conceived for this purpose.
Link: 2nd Line
Burner
Application Burner It offers us the possibility of having an alternative virtual telephone number that we will be able to use with WhatsApp. It is a paid option, but with a free trial period of 7 days.
After downloading the app from Google Play or the App Store, you need to fill out a registration form to receive one or more virtual numbers and use them discreetly. The chosen number or number will be deleted when we no longer need them. With this option security and privacy are guaranteed.
Link: Burner
hushed
This is perhaps the most popular and most praised option by users. hushed is a software for smartphones with which you can get phone numbers from other countries without having to have a physical SIM. In the payment option the number of these phones is unlimited. In any case, the unlimited paid plan costs only $3,99 per month. In many cases, it can be very convenient.
Link: hushed
eSIM number
Here is an application specifically designed to register our WhatsApp account from our own mobile and in a very simple way. All you have to do is download the app from eSIM number and create our second number (another phone is also necessary for verification). There is a trial period of one month to test all its features before taking the plunge.
The eSIM Number service can be managed from the app itself. From there, we will be able to use it in WhatsApp as a second phone number with all the advantages that this entails. And with the peace of mind of having almost total security.
Link: eSIM number
SideLine
We close the list with SideLine, which is one of the most versatile options in our selection. Without limits to send SMS messages and with the added option of making calls through our operator or through a WiFi connection. In this way, it is the user who decides whether to use data or, instead, consume minutes.
Among many advantages, we must point out a small point against: the developer "forces" us to use SideLine with some regularity, otherwise, the number we use can be used due to lack of use. The limit is set at 30 days in a row without using the virtual phone number. This annoyance disappears if we opt for the paid version.
Link: SideLine