Last Updated: December 28, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to FreeNumber ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we operate our free virtual number and SMS receiver service.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data when you use our website.
Important: FreeNumber is a PUBLIC service. All phone numbers and SMS messages displayed on our website are publicly accessible. Do NOT use our service for receiving sensitive or private information.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
None. FreeNumber does not require registration or login. We do not collect any personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers from our users.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser Information: Browser type, version, and settings
- Device Information: Device type, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used
- IP Address: For analytics and security purposes only
- Cookies: Small text files for functionality and preferences
2.3 Public SMS Data
All SMS messages received on our virtual numbers are:
- Publicly displayed on our website
- Accessible to all website visitors
- Not encrypted or private in any way
- Automatically deleted after 24-48 hours
3. How We Use Information
The limited data we collect is used solely to:
- Provide and maintain our free service
- Improve user experience and website functionality
- Analyze usage patterns and traffic statistics
- Prevent abuse and ensure service security
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Public Information
All phone numbers and SMS messages on FreeNumber are PUBLIC and visible to anyone visiting our website. This is the core functionality of our service.
4.2 Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymized data)
- Hosting: Cloud service providers
- Security: DDoS protection services
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
- Remember your theme preference (light/dark mode)
- Remember your language selection
- Analyze website traffic and usage
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.
6. Data Retention
- SMS Messages: Automatically deleted after 24-48 hours
- Virtual Numbers: Rotated periodically for service quality
- Analytics Data: Retained for 14 months (Google Analytics default)
- Logs: Server logs retained for 30 days for security
7. Your Privacy Rights
7.1 Right to Information
You have the right to know what data we collect and how it's used.
7.2 Right to Access
Since we don't collect personal data, there is no personal information to access.
7.3 Right to Deletion
SMS messages are automatically deleted after 24-48 hours. No personal data is stored.
7.4 Right to Opt-Out
You can opt-out of cookies and analytics by using browser settings or privacy extensions.
8. Security
We implement security measures to protect our service:
- HTTPS encryption for website traffic
- Regular security audits and updates
- DDoS protection and firewall
- Rate limiting to prevent abuse
However: Please understand that no internet transmission is 100% secure. Use our service at your own risk for non-sensitive purposes only.
9. Children's Privacy
FreeNumber is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has used our service, please contact us.
10. International Users
FreeNumber is accessible worldwide. By using our service, you consent to the transfer and processing of data in the country where our servers are located.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
12. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent changes. Continued use of our service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
14. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For users in the European Union:
- We collect minimal data necessary for service operation
- All SMS data is public and not considered personal information
- You have the right to lodge a complaint with your Data Protection Authority
- We process data based on legitimate interest in providing a free service
15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect (we collect none)
- Request deletion of personal information (not applicable)
- Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
⚠️ Important Reminder
FreeNumber is a PUBLIC service. All phone numbers and messages are visible to everyone. Never use our service to receive:
- Banking or financial information
- Passwords or security codes for important accounts
- Medical or health information
- Government documents or IDs
- Any sensitive personal information