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# Twilio Trial Numbers

Twilio allows users to try out their platform using a trial number. A Twilio trial number, however, **is not sufficient for testing.** 

A number must be **purchased** from Twilio for messages to be sent or received. 

Learn how to purchase and connect a Twilio number [here](/en/article/adding-a-twilio-number-12wk04v/). 

If you'd like to test your flows prior to committing to a Twilio number, you can begin with a [Telegram](/en/article/introduction-to-telegram-channels-jn8zfx/) channel, easy to set up with free messaging.