Anonymity: Since these +888 numbers are tied to the TON blockchain and not to a traditional SIM card or your personal identity, they offer a high degree of anonymity for your Telegram account.
Limitations:
These +888 numbers are specifically designed for Telegram and cannot be used for calls or SMS outside of Telegram.
Their price can be volatile and potentially high, depending on market demand.
Losing access to your TON wallet could make regaining access to your Telegram account challenging, as the verification codes are linked to the wallet.
2. Using Virtual Phone Numbers (VoIP Services)
This is a widely used method to register for Telegram without using your personal phone number. Virtual numbers are numbers that operate over the internet (Voice over IP) and are not tied to a physical telegram number database SIM card.
How it Works:
Choose a Provider: Select a reputable virtual phone number provider. Some popular options include:
Paid Services: Hushed, Burner, Telos, eSIM Plus, MobileSMS.io, Calilio, Yesim, and many others. These often offer more reliable SMS delivery and longer-term solutions.
Free Services (Limited Availability/Reliability): Google Voice (US & Canada only, requires existing US number for initial setup), TextNow (US & Canada only). Free services can be less reliable for receiving verification codes, as Telegram may flag numbers from known free VoIP providers.
Acquire a Number: Sign up for an account with your chosen provider and select a virtual number (often with a specific country or area code). This may involve a small payment for paid services.
Telegram Registration: Open the Telegram app and start the registration process. Enter the virtual number you obtained.
Receive Verification Code: The verification code sent by Telegram (via SMS or voice call) will be received within the virtual number provider's app or dashboard.
Complete Registration: Enter the code into Telegram to activate your account.