# Private Texting SMS Phone Text — Discreet Anonymous Number App

> Second phone number for private texting and anonymous communication. (iPhone/iPad app by BinaryPattern.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-texting-sms-phone-text/id883312358 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BinaryPattern](https://appshunter.io/developer/874400678)
- Category: Utilities, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 15,746 App Store ratings · 333 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-texting-sms-phone-text/id883312358/reviews.md

## What is Private Texting SMS Phone Text?

Text anyone with a new phone number without exposing your private number.

Smiley private texting is the best texting app for protecting your real phone number. Your personal phone number is kept private and your privacy is protected.

With Smiley Private Texting - protecting your privacy is easy! Get a private phone number in the US or Canada. Text anyone with a real second line phone number. Sign up today and begin to text now.
Phone numbers and texting require a subscription - free trial available.

Features:
- Supports MMS picture image messaging
- Keep your conversations and contacts separate from your private phone
- Block phone numbers you are no longer interested in texting or getting messages from
- Use permanent or temporary phone numbers and guard your privacy online
- Text privately with unlimited messaging, using our anonymous phone numbers

Using Smiley Private Texting is simple!
1. Just install and open the app.
2. Enter a number you would like to text.
3. Send as many texts as you want. Your contact will see them come from your new number.
4. When your contact replies, you will get their message delivered to the app.

Protect your identity today and text now in peace, knowing that your personal phone number is not exposed. When you're done, burn your phone number, plus get a new second line phone number when you start using the app.

Smiley private texting is ideal for:
+ Online dating
+ Ebay, Etsy
+ Posting ads on Craigslist, contacting ads you found online
+ Online ecommerce listings and sites
+ Texting from a 2nd line

PRO Account Plan for new alternative phone numbers:
- Your subscription automatically renews monthly and charged within 24 hours prior to the end of current subscription unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription.
- You can manage your subscription and switch off the auto-renewal by going to your account settings after purchase.
- You cannot cancel the current subscription during the active subscription period.
- Any unused part or time-span of a free trial period will be forfeited, as soon as you purchase a subscription.

- Privacy Policy - https://binarypattern.com/privacy
- Terms of Service - https://binarypattern.com/terms

You may not use the service for sending a prank text, fake text, spoof text or for anonymous texting. The recipient you text will not know who you are (unless you tell them!), however you are never completely anonymous when texting. If you break these terms, your device will be banned and your identity might be revealed to the relevant authorities. You must be at least 13 years old to use the service. Not for 911 emergency services.

## Key features

- New phone number for texting
- MMS picture messaging support
- Separate conversations and contacts
- Block unwanted numbers
- Permanent or temporary numbers
- Unlimited private messaging

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan (With Trial) | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Best Value Plan | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Texting Line - Month | $12.99 | per month |
| Texting Line - Weekly Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Texting Line - 3 Month Plan | $29.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 35 Credits | $5.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1,500 Credits | $79.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits | $14.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $6.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Private Texting SMS Phone Text?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Keeps personal information private
- 🚀 Works as expected
- 💡 Useful for anonymous communication

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive for frequent use
- 🔒 Limited number of free credits
- 🐛 Unreliable, messages fail to send
- 💰 Deceptive subscription practices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unknown errors prevent sending messages
- Inconsistent performance, app stops working
- Inability to transfer credits between devices

**Most requested features**

- Allow more characters per message
- Provide more free credits
- Add ability to choose phone number
- Improve customer support responsiveness

## Recent user reviews (10 of 333)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-texting-sms-phone-text/id883312358/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Everything disappears very very quickly

*2026-08-16, version 65*

The app doesn’t work well, more than twice now the number disappeared and all texts disappeared.  This time it worked less than 1 day.

### 1/5 — Julie

*2026-07-28, version 65*

Kate

### 5/5 — Rate

*2026-07-23, version 65*

Good and fast

### 5/5 — Yeah

*2026-07-22, version 65*

Love it

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2026-07-20, version 65*

Great way to remain anonymous and keep your identity safe.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2026-07-18, version 65*

Just as it should be

### 5/5 — dry good

*2026-07-12, version 65*

uh cheney

### 1/5 — *SHAKING MY HEAD*

*2026-07-07, version 65*

stupid me. Fell for the trap text app.

### 5/5 — Love It!

*2026-07-06, version 65*

Privacy is Key!

### 5/5 — Yoo

*2026-06-27, version 65*

Good app

## Frequently asked questions about Private Texting SMS Phone Text

### What does this app do?

This app provides you with a new phone number to send and receive text messages, including pictures. It allows you to keep your personal phone number private and separate your communications for different purposes.

### How does the app protect my privacy?

Your personal phone number is never exposed to the recipient. All messages and contacts are managed within the app, keeping them separate from your main phone's contacts and call logs. You can also use temporary numbers that can be 'burned' when no longer needed.

### Is this app free to use?

The app requires a subscription for phone numbers and texting services, though a free trial is available. Subscriptions automatically renew monthly unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current subscription ends.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for online dating, selling items on platforms like eBay or Etsy, posting or responding to ads on Craigslist, and general online e-commerce activities where you want to avoid sharing your primary number.

### Can I use this app for emergency services like 911?

No, this app is not intended for or suitable for sending 911 emergency service calls or messages. It is designed for private communication and should not be relied upon for emergency situations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 65 — 2026-03-04

- Bug fixes and performance improvements
- A new dedicated screen to view the user's full phone number details

### 64 — 2026-01-24

- Bug fixes and performance improvements
- Resolved an issue that prevented some users from verifying their email

### 63 — 2025-12-15

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 62 — 2025-12-03

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 61 — 2025-09-25

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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