What is Tether and how does it work?

Tether gives you a phone number and forwards every SMS sent to it to Email, Telegram, LINE, Slack, Discord, or Webhooks. No SIM card required.

Can I receive verification codes?

Many common services work with Tether numbers. Some services block forwarding numbers from receiving SMS verification codes at the carrier level, and that is not specific to Tether. Check the service compatibility page before relying on a number for an important service.

Is Tether a VoIP service?

No. Tether is an SMS forwarding service. Your phone number receives text messages, then Tether delivers them to the apps you choose.

How do I purchase a phone number?

Create an account, choose a plan and available number, then complete checkout. We will let you know when your number is ready.

Can I keep my number long-term?

Yes. Your number stays assigned to your account for as long as your subscription remains active.

Why should I use Tether?

Tether keeps your SMS available wherever you have internet. There is no SIM card or roaming fee, and messages arrive in the apps you already use.

Which countries are supported?

We offer phone numbers from 8 countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Netherlands, Finland, Estonia, Sweden. U.S. numbers are assigned after checkout based on provider availability; other supported countries usually show available inventory before checkout.

SMS Without Borders

Your messages delivered instantly to Email Slack Discord

Keep your home country number active without roaming fees. Important alerts and compatible login codes delivered wherever you are.

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No contracts

Instant setup

Works worldwide

Skype SMS replacement

Tether app interface showing SMS messages being forwarded to your favorite apps

How It Works

Get started with Tether in three simple steps. No SIM cards, no contracts, no hassle.

Choose Your Setup

Choose a country, request a number, or port a number you already have.

Connect Your Destination

Choose where to receive your messages. Email, Telegram, Slack, Discord, or LINE.

Get Messages Instantly

SMS arrives in seconds, labeled by number so you always know which account it's for.

Get Started

Perfect for...

Tether solves SMS delivery problems for travelers, remote workers, and teams worldwide

Digital Nomads

Your accounts need to reach you, but your SIM doesn't always work abroad. Tether forwards compatible SMS messages to your favorite apps.

Login Codes

When compatible services send SMS codes, Tether forwards them to your favorite apps. Keep backup sign-in methods for critical accounts.

Expats & Remote Workers

Banks, tax authorities, and healthcare portals back home still need to reach you. Tether keeps that connection alive without expensive international phone plans.

Teams & Businesses

Shared accounts need shared message access. Tether delivers SMS to team channels so the right people can see incoming codes.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Plans for every situation. Pay annually and get 2 months free.

Backpacker

$4 /mo

1 number
50 SMS
1 destination

Nomad

$8 /mo

1 number
500 SMS
2 destinations

Globetrotter

$20 /mo

3 numbers
2,000 SMS
3 destinations

Business

$40 /mo

5 numbers
5,000 SMS
10 destinations

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Country tier pricing applies

Why Tether?

The modern replacement for Skype SMS and Google Voice for international travelers

Global Coverage

Numbers from 8 countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Netherlands, Finland, Estonia, Sweden.

Your Choice of Apps

Get messages in Email, Telegram, Slack, Discord, or LINE. No separate app to install or keep open.

Instant Delivery

Compatible verification codes usually arrive in seconds, wherever you send your Tether messages.

Affordable Plans

Plans from $4/month. No contracts, no hidden fees. Save hundreds on roaming charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions

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