| Solution | Cost | Reliability | Best For | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | $0 | Low (20% success) | Spammy forums, disposable tests | | Paid SMS services (e.g., SMSPool, 5SIM) | $0.10–$0.50 | High (95% success) | WhatsApp, Telegram, Google | | Burner apps (e.g., Burner, Hushed) | $1.99+/mo | Medium | Short-term dating apps, Craigslist | | Physical prepaid SIM | $5–$10 | Very High | Banking, permanent accounts |
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