Acquire a Number: Sign up for the chosen service and obtain a virtual phone number. Make sure it can receive SMS messages.
Register on Telegram: Open the Telegram app and enter the virtual number you acquired.
Receive the Code: The verification code will be sent to the virtual number (you'll access it through the provider's app or website).
Enter the Code: Input the code into Telegram to complete registration.
Pros: No physical SIM card needed, can be cheaper than Fragment numbers, can provide numbers from various countries.
Cons: Reliability can be an issue, especially with free services; if you lose access to the virtual number account, recovering your Telegram account can be difficult.
This involves using a completely separate, non-personal physical device and SIM.
How it works:
Purchase a Cheap Phone: Get a basic, inexpensive phone.
Buy a Prepaid SIM: Purchase a prepaid SIM card. If possible, buy it with cash and avoid linking it to your personal identity.
Register on Telegram: Insert the SIM into the burner telegram number database phone and use that number to register your Telegram account.
Receive the Code: The verification code will arrive via SMS on the burner phone.
Keep the Phone (Optional but Recommended): You might need the burner phone/SIM again if Telegram ever requires re-verification.
Pros: Direct physical control over the number.
Cons: Less convenient, requires managing a separate physical device, maintaining the SIM's validity (e.g., topping it up) can be a hassle.
Crucial Steps AFTER Account Creation for Privacy (Regardless of Number Type Used):
Once your Telegram account is created, you must configure privacy settings to maintain anonymity0.