# Receive SMS Online - SMS-MAN

> SMS-MAN App: Receive SMS online with a virtual temp number from 3000+ apps

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smsman1](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smsman1)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.smsman1`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Liknot Ltd.
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 57,912
- **Rating:** 2.38 / 5 (149 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2023-06-19
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smsman1)
- **Website:** [https://sms-man.com](https://sms-man.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sms-man.com/privacy](https://sms-man.com/privacy)

## Description

**Receive SMS online with SMS-MAN**, a virtual phone number app for registering with social networks, messengers, and other online services without sharing your personal number. Choose numbers from 172+ countries and regions, including the USA, UK, and India.

Select a one-time activation number available for 20 minutes or rent a number for up to three months with unlimited SMS reception. SMS-MAN supports verification for more than 3,000 apps and websites, offers a simple setup process, and provides 24/7 customer support. Availability and acceptance may vary by service.

## Rankings

- #281,654 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.smsman1.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Many users complain that the app provides numbers that are already used or do not receive SMS, causing verification failures. Several reports mention lost money due to no top-ups or refunds, with poor customer support and unresponsive refund processes. While a few praise its legitimacy and successful number provision in rare cases, the majority caution that the app often behaves like a scam. Technical problems like blocked or unavailable numbers also appear frequently, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and mistrust.

### Pros

- Service can work if used correctly and customer service is responsive at times.
- The app successfully provided a phone number for China in at least one case.
- Some numbers work for specific services like Facebook, though it can be expensive.

### Cons

- Many numbers are already used and cannot receive SMS, leading to failed verifications.
- Users report losing money as top-ups are not credited or refunded properly; refund requests are often denied or ignored.
- Technical support is poor, with reports of blocked numbers without compensation and lack of resolution.
- App sometimes displays available numbers but does not allow purchase or shows errors after buying.
- Multiple reviews claim the app is a scam, warning others to avoid losing money or being unable to register services.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smsman1)