Protecting Personal Phone Privacy
Using a temporary number keeps your real phone line disconnected from online profile databases. This reduces unwanted promotional messages and unwanted tracking across platforms.
SMS Verification
Temporary Phone Numbers for Keybase Verification
Creating or re-verifying an account on Keybase often requires entering a phone number to receive a verification SMS. If you prefer to keep your personal contact details private or do not want to share your primary SIM number with digital platforms, providing your personal phone line can present a privacy dilemma.
Linking your real mobile number to online services can increase the risk of unsolicited marketing calls, text spam, and data exposure if database records are shared or leaked. For privacy-conscious users, maintaining a separation between personal communication lines and online service credentials is an essential safety practice.
Using a temporary phone number offers a simple, secure solution for receiving SMS activation codes without revealing your actual SIM details. The OnayApp mobile application for iOS and Android lets you top up a coin balance without monthly subscriptions, allowing you to quickly acquire temporary numbers for instant account verification.
When you request a temporary number in OnayApp for platforms like Keybase, the number remains active for roughly ten minutes. If an SMS code does not arrive within that timeframe, your spent coins are automatically refunded to your balance. Popular destination options include Uzbekistan, Albania, Myanmar, Benin, South Africa, Ethiopia, Burundi, and Panama, with longer rental periods available if you need ongoing access.
Keybase numbers by country
| Country | Dial code | One-time number |
|---|---|---|
Uzbekistan
|
+998 | 1 coins |
Albania
|
+355 | 1 coins |
Myanmar
|
+95 | 1 coins |
Benin
|
+229 | 1 coins |
South Africa
|
+27 | 1 coins |
Ethiopia
|
+251 | 1 coins |
Burundi
|
+257 | 1 coins |
Panama
|
+507 | 1 coins |
Thailand
|
+66 | 1 coins |
India
|
+91 | 1 coins |
Spain
|
+34 | 1 coins |
Cayman Islands
|
+1 | 1 coins |
Syria
|
+963 | 1 coins |
Gabon
|
+241 | 1 coins |
Democratic Republic of Congo
|
+243 | 1 coins |
Cayman Islands
|
+1 | 1 coins |
Cameroon
|
+237 | 1 coins |
Germany
|
+49 | 1 coins |
Australia
|
+61 | 1 coins |
Romania
|
+40 | 1 coins |
Lebanon
|
+961 | 1 coins |
| Congo | +242 | 1 coins |
Mozambique
|
+258 | 1 coins |
Mexico
|
+52 | 2 coins |
Cambodia
|
+855 | 2 coins |
How to verify Keybase with a virtual number
01
Select Keybase and country
Open OnayApp on iOS or Android and select Keybase along with your preferred country.
02
Redeem coins for number
Confirm your selection to spend coins from your account balance and receive a temporary phone number.
03
Enter number on Keybase
Paste the provided virtual phone number into the Keybase registration or verification prompt.
04
Receive code in app
Watch for real-time push notifications in OnayApp and copy the incoming verification code into Keybase.
When people use a temporary Keybase number
Testing Keybase Account Features
Developers and privacy advocates frequently set up temporary testing environments on communication platforms. Disposable verification numbers allow you to perform setup testing without consuming personal mobile lines.
Managing Multiple Verification Needs
If you need to establish separate profiles for personal and project management, flexible verification options are essential. Acquiring temporary numbers through a pay-as-you-go coin system lets you complete distinct activations easily.
Frequently asked questions
How does OnayApp handle Keybase SMS verification?
OnayApp provides short-term mobile numbers that can receive security codes sent by Keybase. Once the code arrives in the app via instant notification, you copy it into Keybase to complete registration.
What happens if I do not receive a verification code?
Temporary numbers remain reserved for approximately ten minutes while waiting for the SMS. If no message arrives during that window, the coins used for the request are automatically returned to your app balance.
Can I rent a number for longer than ten minutes?
Yes, OnayApp offers longer rental options for users who require ongoing access to a number. This is useful if you expect future re-verification requests or additional SMS notifications.
How do I add funds to get a number?
OnayApp uses a pay-as-you-go coin system without recurring subscription fees. You can purchase coin packages directly within the mobile application whenever you need to activate a service.
Other services
Get your Keybase code
Download OnayApp, top up coins and receive your verification code in the app. No subscription, pay only for what you use.