> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.basiq-solutions.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.basiq-solutions.com/guide/setup-steps/step-2-phone-numbers.md).

# 2. Virtual phone numbers

Get a dedicated virtual number for each company before the setup begins. Never use your personal number.

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You need a dedicated virtual number for each company before setup begins. Do not use your personal number for any service.

## Recommended services

| Service                                                 | Use it for                                                                                                                |
| ------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [**Krispcall**](https://try.krispcall.com/d0ye9ovwwn8s) | UK numbers — the most stable option for SMS and OTP. Requires ID verification (safe — Krispcall does not share this data) |
| **Quackr**                                              | One-time verification codes                                                                                               |

## Rules

* ✅ **1 company → 1 phone number.** Use that number for all services of the company: bank, PayPal, Stripe, Shopify Payments
* ❌ Never use the same number for more than one company
* ✅ UK numbers are more stable than HK numbers for receiving SMS
* ✅ Keep the numbers active — you will need them for 2FA and for [taking over credentials](/guide/setup-steps/step-7-credentials.md)

## Done when

* [ ] You have a dedicated number for each company in your package
* [ ] None of them is your personal number
* [ ] You can receive SMS on each of them

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