Having a US phone number in Nigeria is one of the easiest ways to gain access to websites that are geographically restricted to nations such as Nigeria. Perhaps you have a friend or family member in the United States and want to speak with them without using up a lot of airtime on international calls.
With a free USA number, you’ll be able to text, phone, and video contact your friends and family in the US, and in today’s article, I’ll show you three good ways to get a USA number in Nigeria.
Having a US number also helps if you participate in online surveys because some survey-based websites are only available to a few countries such as the US, UK, and some European countries, therefore you’ll need a US number for verification. You can also use it for business, and if you’re a freelancer, you can use it on some of the greatest freelancing websites around.
Furthermore, getting a US phone number in Nigeria solves the Google 2-Step Verification or Two-Factor Authentication problem. If you’re familiar with Google 2FA, you’ll note that you can’t use it if you access your account from Nigeria. When you try, the error message “Invalid number, try again” will appear. If you keep getting this warning, you can quickly fix it by following the steps on how to get a phone number in the United States.
Methods To Get a USA Number for Free in Nigeria
To obtain a free US phone number, you must have the following items on hand:
- A valid email address and password
- A solid VPN (may be free or paid), you can find some of the Best VPN Apps for Android and iOS in a previous article here on NaijaKnowHow. You may also find free VPN programs that work here.
- USA Area Code (a code issued to each state in the United States, each code representing a different form of phone numbering system) can be found by searching on Google.
- App to Change Location (Optional in Most Cases).
Method 1: Google Voice App
This is the finest option, but it is only appropriate if you already have a friend or family member in the United States. Google Voice number works on any website, is permanent, and may make limitless calls. So, let’s look at how to get a US phone number using the Google Voice App.
How to Get a US Phone Number Using the Google Voice App:
- Open your VPN app and connect to any location in the United States, then connect to your favourite location. Open your Gmail app, then tap the right topbar icon, then scroll down and tap Add Another Account > Tap Google > Tap Create Account. To receive the OTP Code, enter your information and use your Nigerian phone number.
- After that, you’ll need to download the Google Voice App, which you can do by clicking the app button below. However, ensure that the new email address you registered is the default email address on Google Play.
- While you’re still connected to your VPN, activate the Google Voice App. You’ll be prompted to enter your email address, so enter the freshly generated one. Then you must choose the place from which you want the USA phone number.
- After selecting the location, you will be prompted to enter a number in order to acquire the OPT code. You’ll need to contact a friend or family member to obtain their real USA phone number, which you can then enter and the OTP code will be sent to it.
- After you enter the OTP code, your account will be properly validated. Now, in the Google Voice App, click on your profile to see your USA number. You may use the Google Voice App to make free phone calls and text messages.
Method 2: Textnow App
Textnow is another software that can provide you with a free US phone number in Nigeria. This software is excellent, however it has a very tight firewall that even the finest VPN apps cannot overcome; however, you can still circumvent it by utilizing VPN apps that are not widely used. Check out the steps below to learn how to get a Textnow USA number.
How to Get a United States Number With Textnow:
- Connect to a VPN but do not use any of the following VPNs (NordVPN, IpVanish, Windscribe, ExpressVPN, HMA, PIA, or other famous VPN programs) because they frequently fail. Some of the VPNs listed below can be used.
- Now Install the Textnow app on your Android or iOS device, then sign up. Fill up your information, such as your name, username, email address, and password. When you’re finished, click the “GET A FREE PHONE NUMBER” button.
- Allow Textnow to access your location, and you will be assigned a free USA phone number based on your VPN location. Once you’ve been assigned a phone number, you can use it to text and call your contacts in the United States and Canada.
Method 3: TextMe App
TextMe is another virtual phone number program you may use to get a free USA number in Nigeria; unlike Textnow and other virtual phone number apps, TextMe is easier to set up. Using this program also necessitates the use of a VPN, so follow the instructions below to learn how to get a free US number with TextMe.
How to Get a Free US Phone Number with TextMe:
- Install the TextMe App on your Android or iOS device by clicking on the app icon below.
- Connect to your VPN, then launch the TextMe app, create a new account, or join up using your Gmail app.
- If you are not utilizing the Gmail sign up option, fill in the relevant information and then claim any of the numbers displayed on your screen.
- You’re done; you now have a free US phone number to contact and text friends, family, and business associates in the US.
Other Options for Obtaining a Free USA Phone Number in Nigeria
If you’re not satisfied with the apps listed above, there are lots of options you may use, some of which are a combination of Apps and Websites you can register on to receive a free US number, which you can see below.
- Nexmo
- Virtualphone.com
- Blacktel.io
- Countrycode.org
- Talkroutes.com
- Nextiva
- Phoner
- Texita
- RingCentral
- Dingtone
- Nextplus
- Talkatone
- Burner
- Hushed
- 2ndline
Final Thoughts
I’m confident you’ll find it extremely easy to possess a USA number with your presence in the US, and with the USA number, you’ll be able to call any of your friends or relatives over and save money on international calls from Nigeria.