# 2nd Phone Number Calling, Text > 2nd phone number for calling & texting (SMS). Call & text from US & UK numbers. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.prettyboa.secondphone](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.prettyboa.secondphone) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.prettyboa.secondphone` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Pretty Boa Media Ltd - **Category:** COMMUNICATION - **Downloads:** 639,014 - **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (21,637 ratings) - **Version:** 2.9.25 - **Last updated:** 2026-04-29 - **First published:** 2021-09-16 - **Publisher country:** IL - **Size:** 25 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-14 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.prettyboa.secondphone) - **Privacy policy:** [https://prettyboamedia.com/secondphone-privacy/](https://prettyboamedia.com/secondphone-privacy/) ## Description ## Overview 2nd Phone Number Calling, Text is a versatile app that provides users with a second phone number for calling and texting without the need for a SIM card. With support for US, UK, Canada, Puerto Rico, Israel, and Cayman Islands numbers, it’s perfect for managing business lines, maintaining privacy, or separating personal and social contacts. ## Key Features - Multiple phone lines in one app (2nd line, 3rd line, etc.) - Custom number selection from millions available - Anonymous texting and calling with high-quality VOIP over WiFi or data - Cheap international calling and texting - Ability to use as a burner number for private messaging and enhanced anonymity - Support for WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business verification Ideal for users seeking privacy, a separate business line, or temporary numbers, this app ensures crystal-clear voice calls, affordable messaging, and easy management via an auto-renewing subscription model. Suitable for personal, professional, or anonymous use, 2nd Phone Number enables clear communication from anywhere in the supported countries. ## Rankings - #87,785 — Overall - #18 — phone - #23 — number ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA` - `com.prettyboa.secondphone.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO` ## Review summary Reviews are mixed. Many users describe the app as great or good and say they like it, with several expressions of affection. However, a sizable portion warns the app seems fake or a scam and pushes for upfront payments. A stronger pattern centers on monetization: not free signups, paywalls, paywall app, and ads. A smaller subset also labels it as poor or a waste. Overall, positive sentiment exists but concerns about trust and revenue models dominate, leading to cautious impressions for potential users. ### Pros - Positive overall reception: multiple reviews describe the app as great or good. - Users express liking the app (i like this, I love it's, nice app, great app love it). - Some reviewers specifically praise the app as awesome or great, reinforcing favorable sentiment. ### Cons - Perceived fake / scam and upfront charges. - Not free / paywalls / required signups / monetization. - Ads and monetization concerns noted by reviewers. - Some users report poor quality or that the app is a waste. ## Similar extensions and apps - [2nd Line - Second Phone Number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.second.phone.number.text.now.sideline_2ndline) — 1,438,748 users, 4.47 / 5 - [Text, Call & Phone number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.text.call.textunlimited.free) — 1,094,250 users, 3.64 / 5 - [Second Phone Number | 2nd Line](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.weup.secondnumber) — 2,472 users, 4.07 / 5 - [2nd SIM - Second Phone Number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.secondphone.virtualnumber) — 4,369 users, 2.60 / 5 - [Phone Number: Texts & Calls](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.phonenumber.textscalls.secondphonenumber) — 16,953 users, 3.40 / 5 - [APhone - Second Phone Number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.aphone) — 2,463,422 users, 3.33 / 5 - [Text Us ™ 2nd Texting For Me](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.prettyboa.secondsms) — 722,787 users, 4.18 / 5 - [2nd Phone Number - Call & Text](https://chrome-stats.com/d/me.talkyou.app.im) — 25,624,787 users, 3.97 / 5 - [Second Phone Number - 2Number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bpmobile.second.phone) — 4,283,195 users, 4.05 / 5 - [2nd Line+ Second Phone Number](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.oceansecondnum) — 5,036,809 users, 4.42 / 5 - [2nd Phone Number - Text&Call](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.justalk.secondphone.android) — 303,644 users, 3.24 / 5 - [2Line: USA Mobile Numbers](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.second_phone_number.second_sim) — 4,979 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.prettyboa.secondphone)