Last updated: October 22, 2026
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Receives SMS ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses and protects information when you visit our website and use our free temporary phone numbers to receive SMS messages online. By using the website you agree to the practices described on this page.
No Registration Required
Our service can be used without creating an account. We do not ask for your name, your personal phone number, your address or any payment information to use the temporary numbers listed on the website.
Messages Are Public
All SMS messages received by the numbers on this website are displayed publicly and can be seen by anyone who opens the same number page. Because of this:
- Never use our numbers for banking, payment, government, medical or any other important accounts.
- Do not use our numbers for accounts that you want to keep private or recover in the future.
- Messages are removed automatically after a short period of time and numbers can become inactive at any time.
We are not responsible for any loss or damage caused by information that appears in public messages.
Information We Collect Automatically
Like most websites, our servers may automatically record standard log information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, referring page, pages visited and the date and time of your visit. This information is used only to operate, secure and improve the website and to understand general usage trends.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, measure traffic and keep the website working properly. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, however some parts of the website may not work as expected.
Advertising, Google AdSense & DoubleClick DART Cookies
To keep the service free, we display advertisements provided by third-party ad networks, including Google AdSense, and use analytics services to understand aggregate traffic patterns. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies (such as the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this website or other websites on the internet.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our visitors based on their visit to receivessms.com and/or other sites on the Internet. Users may opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google Ads Settings or www.aboutads.info.
To learn more about how Google collects and processes data on partner websites, please review How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
GDPR & CCPA Privacy Rights
Depending on your location (including the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and California), you may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request information about data categories collected, the right to opt out of personalized advertising cookies, and the right to request deletion of any personal correspondence sent to our support team.
How We Use Information
- To provide, maintain and improve the website and the list of temporary numbers.
- To detect, prevent and respond to abuse, spam and security issues.
- To answer messages that you send us through the contact page.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to anyone.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to use our numbers for any illegal activity, fraud, harassment, or to break the terms of service of other websites. We may block access to the website for anyone who abuses the service.
External Links
Our website and the messages shown on it may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we process. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach us through our Contact page.