You're already familiar with Hushed, but have you ever heard of Burner? The Burner app is a mobile app that uses VoIP technology (Voice over Internet Protocol) for calling and texting. Because Hushed and Burner are both virtual number apps, they have some common features. We investigated their differences, and which app is better for...

There are many options for secondary numbers out there. It's pretty simple to use a random number generator and get a new number, but what if you don’t just want a temporary number? What if you want to add a permanent virtual number to your device? Buying a second number through a traditional carrier like...

When we talk about “fake numbers,” we’re referencing disposable, temporary phone numbers. They are “fake” because you don't them from a typical number provider like Verizon or T-Mobile, and you don't sign a contract for your number. You can add a fake US number to your online-safety survival kit and dispose of it whenever you...

There are dozens upon dozens of "free number apps" available today; how do you know which one is right for you? What does "free" really mean? We love Hushed, but we know that it's absolutely worth the time to investigate all the most popular options for free texting. Luckily we're here to help, and today...

We’ve evolved since burners first came to prominence in spy movies. Now you don’t need to be Jason Bourne or James Bond to use a burner phone. With a cheap prepaid cellphone or simple second number app, you can get a new number easily. Even if you’re no secret agent, a temporary phone number can...

One day, you’ll have to make a phone call, and you won't want to use your cell phone number. And that day could even be today. Before the advent of burner apps, things were different. You would buy an extra cell phone or subscribe to a new line through your phone plan to get a...

It’s finally spring, and you know what that means—spring cleaning! We've all been there, right? You have some old junk lying around (the bicycle you never ride anymore, the wobbly old end table taking up space in your garage, your super old iPhone), and you want to turn it into some cash! A yard sale...

We've mentioned the benefits of having a secondary phone number a thousand times, but just in case you've forgotten, or if you’re new to the blog: they are essential for ensuring your personal number stays private! But getting a temporary number isn’t that simple – you can’t just buy one from your cellular provider and...

TrapCall Review What It Is, How It Works, And How It Affects You Are you tired of unknown callers spamming up your call history? How many 1-800 numbers can possibly exist in one lifetime? Maybe your sick and tired of telemarketers getting your number regardless of the Do Not Call lists you’ve signed up for....

Why You Should Consider Using a Burner Phone Burner phones are disposable mobile phones that provide additional security and anonymity. You’ve likely become familiar with them being utilized in any number of Hollywood films where nefarious individuals participating in organized crime found them to be quite useful. We don’t support the act of organized crime,...