PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder
Your UK Phone Number, Anywhere in the World
Receive SMS on UK and US phone numbers and get instant WhatsApp notifications. Verification codes, bank alerts, business messages — all forwarded to your WhatsApp in seconds, wherever you are. From £19/month for 2 numbers.
The Problem: You Can't Receive Your Texts
You moved abroad. Your old UK number is disconnected or sitting in a drawer. But the world still needs to text you on it. Sound familiar?
The Locked Account
You live in the Philippines but your Etsy shop needs a UK phone number for verification. Your bank sends a code to your old UK number. You cannot receive it. Your account is locked. You are stuck.
The Missed Verification
You are in Bali and need to log into your UK bank account. They send a two-factor authentication code to your UK mobile. You have not had that SIM card for two years. Access denied.
The Business Barrier
You run an eBay business from Spain but buyers need to reach you on a UK number. Your old contract SIM expired. Customers text and get nothing back. You lose sales every week.
The Multiple Number Chaos
You manage three business locations, each with a different phone number. Text messages arrive on three different phones. You miss half of them. Important enquiries go unanswered.
The Skype Shutdown
You relied on Skype for years to receive SMS on your virtual number. Then Microsoft discontinued Skype SMS features. Overnight, you lost your ability to receive text messages. Millions of people had the same experience.
The Roaming Nightmare
You travel for work and your UK SIM does not work in every country. Roaming charges are unpredictable. Sometimes texts just do not arrive. You need something that works on WiFi, anywhere.
PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder solves all of these. Get a real UK or US phone number. Every SMS is instantly forwarded to your WhatsApp and email. Works anywhere in the world with an internet connection. No SIM card needed.
How It Works — Set Up in 5 Minutes
Choose Your Numbers
Pick UK, US, or international phone numbers. Your standard plan includes 2 numbers. Add more for £5/month each.
SMS Arrives on Your Number
Someone sends a text to your number — a verification code, a business enquiry, a bank alert. It hits our system instantly.
Forwarded to WhatsApp
Within seconds, the message appears on your WhatsApp. You see who sent it, what the message says, and which number received it.
Email Backup Stored
Every message is also sent to your email and logged on your web dashboard. Never lose a message, even if WhatsApp is down.
Everything You Need to Stay Connected
PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder is built for reliability. Every message reaches you, every time, no matter where you are in the world.
Instant WhatsApp Forwarding
Every SMS is forwarded to your WhatsApp within 1 to 3 seconds. You get a notification just like any other WhatsApp message. No delay, no missed codes, no waiting.
Email Backup for Every Message
Every SMS is simultaneously sent to your email address. If WhatsApp is down or you are offline, your messages are safely waiting in your inbox with full sender details.
Multiple Numbers, Any Country
Start with 2 UK or US numbers included. Add more from the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Ireland, and many other countries for just £5 per month per number.
Verification Code Support
Designed to handle time-sensitive verification codes from banks, online shops, social media, and government services. Codes arrive fast enough to use before they expire.
Web Dashboard
View your last 1,000 messages on a clean web dashboard. Search by sender, date, or keyword. Access from any browser on any device. Auto-refreshes every 30 seconds.
Auto-Refresh Message Log
The dashboard updates automatically so you never need to manually check for new messages. See messages arrive in real time as they are forwarded.
No App Needed
There is nothing to download or install. The service works with your existing WhatsApp account on your phone, tablet, or WhatsApp Web. If you have WhatsApp, you are ready.
Works Worldwide
Use the service from the Philippines, Thailand, Spain, Portugal, Australia, or anywhere else with an internet connection. No roaming charges. No SIM card required.
Who Uses SMS Forwarder?
Thousands of people around the world need to receive SMS on a UK or US number. Here are the most common reasons our customers sign up.
Expats Receiving UK Bank Codes
You moved to the Philippines, Spain, or Thailand but your UK bank still sends verification codes to your old mobile number. With SMS Forwarder, those codes arrive on your WhatsApp within seconds. Log into your bank, approve transactions, and manage your money from anywhere in the world.
eBay and Etsy Sellers
Online marketplaces require a UK phone number for seller verification. If you run your shop from abroad, you need a way to receive those verification texts. Our service gives you a real UK number that passes platform verification and forwards everything to your WhatsApp.
Digital Nomads Keeping UK Numbers Active
You travel the world but need a UK or US phone number for accounts, subscriptions, and services. Instead of carrying multiple SIM cards or paying roaming fees, use SMS Forwarder to receive all your texts on WhatsApp over WiFi. One solution, works everywhere.
Businesses with Multiple Locations
You manage offices or shops in different cities, each with its own phone number. Instead of checking three phones, forward all SMS to one WhatsApp account. See which number received each message. Keep all your business communications in one place.
Entrepreneurs with Separate Numbers
Keep your personal and business SMS separate without carrying two phones. Get a dedicated business number for your company and have all SMS forwarded to your personal WhatsApp. Customers see a professional business number while you stay organised.
International Businesses
Your company is based outside the UK but you need a UK and US presence. Get local phone numbers in both countries so your customers can text you. All messages are forwarded to your WhatsApp regardless of where your team is physically located.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No per-message charges for incoming SMS. Cancel anytime.
Standard Plan
2 UK or US phone numbers included
- ✓ 2 phone numbers (UK, US, or mixed)
- ✓ Instant SMS to WhatsApp forwarding
- ✓ Email backup for every message
- ✓ Web dashboard (last 1,000 messages)
- ✓ Verification code support
- ✓ Auto-refresh message log
- ✓ No per-message charges (incoming)
- ✓ 24/7 automatic forwarding
- ✓ Works worldwide
Additional Numbers
Add more numbers to your plan
- ✓ UK numbers available
- ✓ US numbers available
- ✓ Canada numbers available
- ✓ Australia numbers on request
- ✓ Ireland numbers on request
- ✓ Other countries on request
- ✓ Same instant forwarding
- ✓ Same email backup
- ✓ Add or remove anytime
Better value than the alternatives. OpenPhone charges £15/month for a single number with no WhatsApp forwarding. Google Voice is US-only and unavailable outside America. Skype discontinued its SMS features entirely. PaulSpeaks gives you 2 numbers with instant WhatsApp forwarding for just £19/month.
Why Forward to WhatsApp?
With over 2 billion users worldwide, WhatsApp is the messaging platform you already use every day. Here is why it is the best destination for your forwarded SMS.
Instant Push Notifications
Unlike email that can sit unread for hours, WhatsApp messages trigger an immediate notification on your phone. You see verification codes the moment they arrive, not 10 minutes later when the code has already expired.
Works on Any Device
WhatsApp runs on Android, iPhone, iPad, desktop computers, and web browsers. Your forwarded SMS messages follow you across every device automatically. No special apps or hardware needed.
No Roaming Charges
WhatsApp works over WiFi and mobile data. Whether you are in a hotel in Bangkok, a cafe in Lisbon, or your home in Manila, messages arrive free of charge. Zero international fees.
Share with Your Team
Forward messages to a WhatsApp group so your whole team sees incoming business texts. Perfect for shared customer service numbers where multiple people need to respond.
You Already Use It
More than 2 billion people already have WhatsApp installed. There is nothing new to learn, no new app to download, and no new notification system to manage. SMS arrives where you already are.
End-to-End Encryption
WhatsApp messages are encrypted in transit, adding a layer of security to your forwarded SMS. Your verification codes and business messages are protected as they travel to your device.
Skype Discontinued SMS? We've Got You Covered
Microsoft removed SMS capabilities from Skype, leaving millions of users without a way to receive text messages on their virtual numbers. If you were relying on Skype for SMS, here is why PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder is the perfect replacement.
Same Functionality, Better Delivery
Like Skype, you get a real phone number that receives SMS. Unlike Skype, messages are forwarded directly to WhatsApp instead of sitting in a desktop app you need to keep open.
No Desktop App Required
Skype required you to be logged into the desktop or mobile app to see messages. With our service, messages come to WhatsApp which you already have open all day. No extra apps cluttering your devices.
Faster Than Skype Ever Was
Skype SMS delivery could be slow, sometimes taking minutes. Our forwarding delivers messages to WhatsApp within 1 to 3 seconds. Critical for verification codes that expire quickly.
UK and US Numbers Available
Get the same UK or US numbers you had with Skype. We can often provide numbers with the same area codes you were using before.
Email Backup (Skype Never Had This)
Unlike Skype which only showed SMS within its app, we send every message to your email as well. You have two redundant delivery channels plus a web dashboard for complete peace of mind.
Quick Migration
Moving from Skype takes less than 5 minutes. Choose your numbers, provide your WhatsApp details, and start receiving. Update your accounts with your new number and you are fully migrated.
How We Compare to The Alternatives
See how PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder stacks up against other services you might be considering.
Trusted by Expats and Businesses Worldwide
I moved to Cebu three years ago and lost access to my UK bank because I could not receive verification codes. PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder solved it instantly. Codes arrive on my WhatsApp in seconds. I can manage my UK bank, PayPal, and eBay account from the Philippines with zero issues. Absolute lifesaver.
I run an eBay shop selling vintage clothing from my home in Malaga. eBay keeps asking me to verify my UK phone number and I could never receive the codes. Now I have a proper UK number that forwards everything to WhatsApp. Verification takes 10 seconds instead of a stressful hour trying to find workarounds. Brilliant.
I work remotely from Bali, Portugal, Thailand — wherever I fancy. I used to carry three SIM cards and still missed important texts. Now I have one UK and one US number forwarding to my WhatsApp. Everything in one place. The web dashboard is great too for checking message history. Should have done this years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions About SMS Forwarding
How does SMS forwarding to WhatsApp work?
When someone sends an SMS to your UK or US number, our system receives it instantly and forwards the message to your WhatsApp within seconds. You also receive an email backup of every message. There is nothing to install. It works with your existing WhatsApp account on any device. You simply choose your numbers, tell us your WhatsApp number, and every SMS is forwarded automatically, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Can I receive bank verification codes?
Yes, this is one of the most popular uses of our service. Banks such as Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest, Santander, and others send verification codes via SMS for two-factor authentication and transaction approval. Our system forwards these codes to your WhatsApp within 1 to 3 seconds, which is fast enough to use before they expire. This also works for PayPal, Amazon, Google, Facebook, and any other service that sends SMS verification codes.
What countries can I get phone numbers from?
We offer UK and US phone numbers as standard. We can also provide numbers from Canada, Australia, Ireland, and many other countries on request. The standard plan includes 2 numbers of your choice. Additional numbers from any supported country cost £5 per month each. Contact us if you need a number from a specific country and we will check availability.
Is this a good replacement for Skype SMS?
Yes. Since Skype discontinued its SMS features, millions of users have been left without a way to receive texts on their virtual numbers. PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder fills that gap and improves on the experience. Unlike Skype, we forward messages directly to WhatsApp so you get instant notifications on a platform you already use every day. Messages also go to your email as backup. Setup takes under 5 minutes.
Do I need to install an app?
No. PaulSpeaks SMS Forwarder works with your existing WhatsApp account. There is nothing to download or install. Messages are forwarded to the WhatsApp number you provide during setup. You can also access a web dashboard from any browser to view your last 1,000 messages. The only requirement is that you have WhatsApp installed on at least one device.
How much does it cost per SMS?
There are no per-message charges for receiving SMS. Incoming messages are included at no extra cost with your monthly subscription. The standard plan at £19 per month includes 2 phone numbers with unlimited incoming SMS forwarding. The only additional cost would be if you add extra numbers at £5 per month each. There are no hidden fees, setup charges, or surprise bills.
Can I use this from the Philippines or Thailand?
Absolutely. Many of our customers are expats living in the Philippines, Thailand, Spain, Portugal, Dubai, Australia, and other countries. The service works anywhere in the world where you have a WhatsApp account and an internet connection. There is no roaming, no international charges, and no delays. Messages arrive on your WhatsApp within seconds regardless of your physical location.
What happens if WhatsApp is down?
Every SMS is also forwarded to your email address as a backup. If WhatsApp is temporarily unavailable, you will still receive all your messages via email. Additionally, you can log into the web dashboard at any time to view your complete message history, including the last 1,000 messages with timestamps and sender information. You have three ways to access your messages at all times.
Can I forward to multiple WhatsApp numbers?
Yes. With our Pro setup, you can forward SMS to multiple WhatsApp numbers simultaneously. This is useful for businesses where several team members need to see incoming messages, or for couples managing shared accounts. You can also forward to multiple email addresses. Contact us during setup to configure multiple forwarding destinations.
How quickly can I get started?
Most customers are up and running within 5 minutes. After you contact us and choose your plan, we assign your phone numbers and configure the forwarding to your WhatsApp and email. We will send you a test message to confirm everything is working. You can then update your bank accounts, online shops, and other services with your new number immediately.
Get Your Number Today
Stop missing verification codes and business messages. Get a UK or US phone number that forwards every SMS to your WhatsApp, wherever you are in the world. Set up takes less than 5 minutes.
Need help choosing? Not sure how many numbers you need or which countries? Email or call us and we will help you pick the right setup for your situation. No obligation, no pressure.