Phoner is another great solution for when youre looking to send an anonymous text that cant be traced back to you. The app allows you to either send private texts from a random phone number every time or get a fixed second phone number for texting and calling.

What text app is untraceable?

OneOne is a new app for Android and iOS that offers “private and untraceable” text messaging. Photographer and entrepreneur Kevin Abosch is the man behind OneOne. It follows on from his Lenka monochrome photography app, and (more relevantly) his KwikDesk anonymous semi-public messaging platform.

Can texts from texting apps be traced?

The apps let users send text messages and even make calls . But the receiver doesnt recognize who is contacting them, because the apps assign random phone numbers to the calls and texts. But users cant remain anonymous during criminal investigations. Both apps allow police to access records.

How do you find out who is sending anonymous texts?

If you get a text message with a phone number that is unknown to you, try a reverse-directory search. There are dozens of websites that allow users to plug in a telephone number and get at least general info about a number, including the numbers city of origin and cell provider.

Is sending anonymous texts illegal?

There is no general rule in the US against anonymously contacting someone, but there is a spam opt-out registry. Internet-to-phone SMS might be illegal if the recipient is in the registry and the message is commercial.

Does my name show up when I text someone?

Its at the recipient end that controls whether they see your number or your name. It will show your name if they have saved your number to their Contacts list and then added your name as the contact.

Can you star 67 a text message?

If you want to hide your number and make a private call, just dial *67 before entering the destination number you want to contact. But keep in mind that this only works for phone calls, not text messages.