How to Get a Second Phone Number (Without a Second Phone)

Between busy side hustles, the perils of online dating, and the potentially endless negotiations of a Facebook Marketplace exchange, it’s a good idea to keep your primary number private and get a second number to stay organized. 

If you’re in need of a second phone number but can’t spare the pocket real estate for a second device, you’re not alone. (And there’s good news all around!) There’s no need for a whole second phone, an annoying SIM card, or even a cumbersome carrier contract to get you rolling with a secondary number.

Hushed not only provides the perfect solution to the second phone dilemma, but the Hushed app also makes it incredibly easy. 

Why Do People Get a Second Phone Number?

You might be able to think of one or two reasons that you could benefit from a second number but the list is far longer than you might expect:

• Online selling in places like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, etc.
• Dating apps where privacy is of the utmost importance
• Job hunting in different cities
• Mediation or legal situations
• Banking and online security
• Work/life separation
• Traveling abroad to avoid roaming by using a local number
• Managing temporary projects
• Event planning
• Family management
• Signing up for websites or services and cut down on spam

These are just a few examples but, whatever the reason, most people don’t always want to hand out their real number to strangers or new contacts. A second number grants you flexibility and privacy, without changing anything on your primary line.

You Don’t Need a Second Phone Or Even a SIM Card

It’s time to release the idea that a second number means another phone, an annoying SIM card swap, or getting locked into a carrier plan.

Use the free Hushed app to snag a second number that works entirely over the internet. There’s no additional SIM card needed. Just download the app, pick your number from a global selection, and you’re ready to start texting and calling.

With everything conveniently contained inside the app, your second number stays separate from your main phone number, but still runs on the same device. Calls, messages, and voicemails are all stored in Hushed. One device for all your needs. 

How to Get a Second Phone Number with Hushed

It’s surprisingly simple to get a second phone number:

1. Download the Hushed app, available for both iOS and Android
2. Open the app and choose “Get a New Number”
3. Select your country
4. Choose a local area code or location
5. Select a plan that fits your needs, from a selection of prepaid credits or monthly/yearly subscription

Start calling and texting right away. 

Low Prices, Complete Control

Hushed offers flexible options depending on how long you need the number and how often you plan to use it. Choose a prepaid plan that allows you to pay once and use credits whenever you need. Need something long term? A subscription will give you unlimited calling and texting for less than $5 a month.

You’re free to cancel anytime and there’s no long-term commitment required. In fact, you can even burn your Hushed number when you’re done with it and pick a new one whenever you feel like a fresh start.

Get a Phone Number in the U.S.A., Canada, or U.K. (Even If You Don’t Live There)

Here’s the best part of a Hushed second phone number: You don’t need to live in a country to get a number there.

If you’re travelling or just want a local number for someone abroad, Hushed lets you choose phone numbers from the USA, Canada, or the UK, with hundreds of area codes on offer. Just pick the region that works for your needs.

It’s all so easy, setup takes just minutes, and you can make it happen with the one phone you already have.