Even if your phone is exposed, you can turn on/off Google voice messages as needed. The only caveat is that if you forget to turn it off, then you might get an unwanted message at an unwanted time.
I have the Google Hangouts App installed and I can easily control when to get messages and when to put it in silent. If you have a significant other - I will not recommend Google hangouts, but if you are single - it works great with no additional cost and protects you from escorts
So I'm thinking of getting a hobby phone. Specifically a TracFone to minimize my paper/digital trail. I'm just curious to find out from others that have a hobby phone and a SO, where do you hide it? I almost considersed using the Google Voice app but my main phone is too exposed. I didn't find these details in the self-help center. Also, do you find it more difficult to get verified with a provider or agencie when using a TracFone?
Personally I use a Verizon prepaid phone because I live in Flagstaff. Other cell companies reception sucks up here in the mountains. All accounts relating to the hobby is created using an alias. reloading the phone can be done by cash at a machine inside Verizon store or I personally buy a prepaid visa card to reload it. Never use personal credit cards or emails to do anything. phone is kept at work, password protected and never left on when not using it.
Even if your phone is exposed, you can turn on/off Google voice messages as needed. The only caveat is that if you forget to turn it off, then you might get an unwanted message at an unwanted time.
I have the Google Hangouts App installed and I can easily control when to get messages and when to put it in silent. If you have a significant other - I will not recommend Google hangouts, but if you are single - it works great with no additional cost and protects you from escorts
You could delete the app and reinstall it before and after.
It would not leave a trail of breadcrumbs for your SO. The associated email account can be added / deleted from your phone too. Like everything else, always remember to delete the app / email account and add them back when needed.
I think the best answer I read of where to hide the phone would be at work. Not sure I'm down with stuffing it in a random box at home where the SO could stumble across it and start asking questions.
I think the best answer I read of where to hide the phone would be at work. Not sure I'm down with stuffing it in a random box at home where the SO could stumble across it and start asking questions.
Why not hide it in your car? Put it with spare tire as an 'emergency' phone, make sure to erase call / text history after every use.
First a car is too hot for long term phone storage. The battery will be compromised by he heat. Also there is less protection from privacy in a car due to warrant exceptions for moveable vehicles.
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I think the best answer I read of where to hide the phone would be at work. Not sure I'm down with stuffing it in a random box at home where the SO could stumble across it and start asking questions.
Why not hide it in your car? Put it with spare tire as an 'emergency' phone, make sure to erase call / text history after every use.
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