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		geomark on Oct 12, 2016 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Disappearing messages for Signal Where I live they make a copy of your ID when you buy a SIM. So you'll also need a fake ID. And then there will be a copy of your fake ID with a photo of you on file somewhere, which could lead to some issues if the authorities discover you used a fake ID.

AckSyn on Oct 12, 2016 [–]

Where I live (USA), it's as simple as walking into a Walmart, pulling a plastic encased kit off the shelf and paying for cash.

No muss, no fuss. Just activate it at the on-prem McDonalds and you're golden*.

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