A TextNow alternative for numbers beyond the US and Canada

Updated 2026-09-30 · By the SMS Conecta team (SMSConecta Inc.)

Short answer: TextNow mostly covers US and Canadian numbers, so if you need one for the UK, Germany, Australia or elsewhere, a different service is required. SMS Conecta offers genuine mobile, local and toll-free numbers across 181 countries, including +1 numbers, with unlimited incoming SMS and calls, SIP, call forwarding and a browser dialer, kept for as long as you need.

TextNow is a well-liked app for calling and texting, and it mostly covers US and Canadian numbers. If you live elsewhere, or need a number for the UK, Germany, Australia or another country, a different kind of service is in order. This guide compares the needs that usually matter and shows how SMS Conecta fits them.

Why people look for an alternative

Apps like TextNow are built around North American numbers, which suits plenty of users in the US and Canada. The hunt for an alternative usually begins once someone needs something different: a number in another country, a number worth keeping long-term, or a line for a business.

Most people type "virtual number" into a search engine at this stage. That phrase covers a lot of ground, so it helps to be clear about what you actually need before choosing.

Need 1: the right country

The first question is simple: where should the number come from? A relative abroad, a client in Europe, or a bank back home may all expect a local number.

SMS Conecta offers genuine numbers across 181 countries, including mobile, local (geographic) and toll-free types where available. The US and Canada are covered too, with 10-digit +1 numbers, so a North American number can sit alongside numbers from other countries in one account.

Need 2: dependable SMS verification

Many people want a second number for sign-ups, account recovery or two-step verification. For this, a genuine mobile number from a national numbering plan is usually the strongest pick, since it takes SMS and calls just like a SIM.

SMS Conecta numbers are compatible with WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, Google, TikTok and thousands of other services. If an app won't accept your number, or codes don't arrive, the 7-day replacement guarantee lets you switch to a new number in the same country free, with one click, up to 2 times.

Need 3: keeping the number

A number used for accounts and contacts is only useful while it stays yours. Losing it can lock you out of services that send recovery codes by SMS.

With SMS Conecta you keep the number for as long as you want. Renewals get charged automatically from your wallet, so keep it topped up and the number stays active.

Need 4: business use and SIP

Freelancers and small companies often need more than an app on one phone. They want a number usable across several devices, one that forwards to a mobile after hours, or that plugs into a phone system.

SIP credentials for Zoiper, Linphone, MicroSIP, Bria, 3CX, Asterisk, FreePBX and other SIP software
Call forwarding to any phone number
A browser dialer for calls from any computer
An online dashboard where SMS show up live
500 outgoing SMS and 1,000 outgoing calling minutes per month on every plan

Quick comparison checklist

What to compare	With SMS Conecta
Countries	need numbers beyond the US and Canada? SMS Conecta covers 181 countries.
Number type	mobile for verification, local for a familiar area code, toll-free for customers.
Incoming SMS and calls	unlimited on every SMS Conecta plan.
Ownership	keep the number for as long as you renew it.
Access	dashboard, browser, SIP apps and forwarding.
Safety net	7-day replacement guarantee, plus a full refund within 7 days if the number is unused.

How to get started

Pick the country and number type you need from live inventory.
Sign up with just an email address. There's no need to live in the country.
Top up your wallet with USDT or USDC on Tron (TRC-20), BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Base or Solana, then complete the order.
Your number usually goes live within minutes. Receive SMS in the dashboard, and set up forwarding or a SIP app for calls.

Tips if a code won't arrive

Enter the number in international format with the right country code, and check the digits carefully. Wait for the app's timer to finish before asking for a new code, then try the "call me" option if offered, since every SMS Conecta number takes calls as well as SMS.

Keep the number renewed so it stays yours for future logins and account recovery. If an app still won't accept it within the first 7 days, grab a free replacement from your dashboard.

Pricing

Every SMS Conecta number starts from $1.80 per month, billed yearly ($21.60 per year). The starting price stays the same for any number type in any country, and every plan includes the features listed above.

Included on every plan

Unlimited incoming SMS
Unlimited incoming calls
500 outgoing SMS per month
1,000 outgoing minutes per month
SIP credentials, call forwarding and web dialer
Keep your number as long as you want
Works with WhatsApp, Facebook, Google, Telegram and thousands more
7-day replacement guarantee — free new number if it doesn't work for you
7-day money-back guarantee if the number is unused

Numbers start at $1.80 per month, billed yearly ($21.60 per year). Settle up with USDT or USDC.

Frequently asked questions

Does TextNow offer numbers outside the US and Canada?

TextNow mostly covers US and Canadian numbers. For a number from elsewhere, a provider with international coverage such as SMS Conecta is the usual route.

Can I get a UK or European number without living there?

Yes. You sign up with just an email, and there's no need to live in the country. Availability of mobile, local and toll-free types varies by country.

Are SMS Conecta numbers virtual numbers?

They're used online, which is why people call them virtual numbers, but they're genuine numbers from national numbering plans that take calls and SMS like a SIM.

Will the number work for WhatsApp or Telegram verification?

Yes, it takes the SMS and calls these apps use for verification. If an app ever won't accept it, you get a free replacement number within 7 days, up to 2 times.

Can I use the number on more than one device?

Yes. Use the dashboard, the browser dialer and SIP apps across several devices, or forward calls to any phone.

How do I pay?

Top up your wallet with USDT or USDC on Tron (TRC-20), BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Base or Solana. Cards aren't accepted at the moment.

Can I get a refund?

If the number has seen no calls or SMS, you get a full refund within 7 days of purchase. If it doesn't suit you, you can also take a free replacement within 7 days.