What is Google Voice
Google Voice — virtual numbers from Google. Attached to Gmail. Receives calls and SMS free (incoming US). Identical to real US number for all services requiring US phone.
Why buy
Telegram WhatsApp Signal registration without own US number. US banks and fintech (Wise, Revolut US). Amazon US, eBay US, Walmart with local geo. PayPal US business. Stripe, Square for payments.
How it works
Google Voice issues real US number from pool 1-XXX-XXX-XXXX. SMS arrive in Gmail and Voice mobile app. Calls in browser or app. Can set forwarding.