SMS-Activate official successor

SMS Activate

Virtual phone numbers for SMS verification on 700+ platforms across 180+ countries. The original SMS-Activate service closed in December 2025 — The official successor service — same team, same infrastructure.

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180+ Countries
700+ Services
$0.02 Starting price
100% Auto-refund
Background

What Is SMS Activate?

The history of the service and what’s available today

SMS Activate was the world’s most widely used virtual phone number platform for SMS verification, active for over 10 years. It offered temporary, non-VoIP numbers backed by real SIM cards in 180+ countries, letting users receive OTP codes for WhatsApp, Google, Telegram, and 700+ other platforms — with no physical SIM card or phone subscription needed.

On December 29, 2025, SMS-Activate (sms-activate.org) permanently shut down. The platform is no longer operational. The team behind it launched the official direct successor service, preserving the same infrastructure, country and service catalog, REST API endpoints, and pricing model.

If you previously relied on SMS Activate for account verification, bulk registrations, or automated workflows, the successor service is the only equivalent — built by the same team, running on the same systems.

Key Facts
✓ Official successor to SMS-Activate
✓ Same team and server infrastructure
✓ 180+ countries, 700+ services
✓ Non-VoIP numbers: 70–95% success rate
✓ Prices from $0.02 per activation
✓ Automatic refund for failed activations
✓ REST API compatible with SMS-Activate
✓ Long-term number rental available
Step-by-step

How SMS Activation Works

From registration to receiving your OTP — five steps

1

Create an Account

Register and top up your balance. Minimum deposit from $1, accepted via crypto, card, or e-wallet.

2

Select the Platform

Choose the service you need to verify — WhatsApp, Google, Telegram, or any of 700+ others. Live prices and number availability shown upfront.

3

Choose a Country

Pick from 180+ supported countries. Different countries have different price points — some offer better acceptance rates on specific platforms.

4

Get Your Number

A real, non-VoIP number is assigned to your session. Enter it on the target platform to trigger the SMS verification message.

5

Receive the Code

The OTP code appears in your dashboard within seconds. If no code arrives, you receive an automatic full refund.

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700+ platforms

Supported Platforms

Verify accounts on the most-used messaging, social, and commerce services worldwide

WhatsApp
from $0.07
Telegram
from $0.04
Google
from $0.05
Facebook
from $0.04
Instagram
from $0.04
TikTok
from $0.04
Discord
from $0.04
X / Twitter
from $0.05
Uber
from $0.05
Amazon
from $0.05
Microsoft
from $0.04
Snapchat
from $0.05
LinkedIn
from $0.05
Viber
from $0.04
PayPal
from $0.06
700+ more
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Full real-time catalog available at the service website. Prices update automatically.
Why Use It

Features & Pricing

Everything included with every activation

Prices from $0.02

Activations start at $0.02 depending on country and service. Top up from $1 with no minimum per-use requirement.

Per activation

Automatic Refund

No SMS code received within the session window? The platform refunds the full activation cost automatically. No support ticket needed.

Zero risk

Free Price System

Prices adjust dynamically based on real-time supply and demand. Low demand means lower prices. This market-based model was pioneered by SMS-Activate.

Market pricing

Long-Term Rental

Need a number for more than one session? Rent by the hour, day, or week for ongoing verification workflows or multi-session account access.

Hourly • Daily • Weekly

180+ Countries

Numbers available from the US, UK, Germany, India, Brazil, Russia, and 175+ additional countries. Different countries often have higher acceptance on specific platforms.

Global coverage

Non-VoIP Numbers

Every number is backed by a physical SIM card with real carrier metadata. Accepted by platforms that block VoIP and internet-routed numbers. Success rate: 70–95%.

Physical SIM
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Developer access

API for Developers

Automate verifications, run bulk activations, integrate into any stack

REST API — SMS-Activate Compatible

Full REST API backward-compatible with the original SMS-Activate API. Migrate existing integrations with minimal code changes.

Bulk Number Requests

Request multiple numbers in a single call for high-volume workflows. Each session is independent with separate OTP tracking.

Webhook OTP Delivery

Receive incoming codes via webhook callback. No polling needed — OTPs are pushed to your endpoint the moment they arrive.

API Key Dashboard

Generate, rotate, and monitor API keys in the dashboard. Per-key rate limits and usage statistics included.

Access API Documentation →
# Request a virtual number (WhatsApp, any country) GET https://api.example.com/handler_api.php ?api_key=YOUR_API_KEY &action=getNumber &service=wa &country=0 # Success response ACCESS_NUMBER:12345678:79001234567 # Poll for the OTP code GET https://api.example.com/handler_api.php ?api_key=YOUR_API_KEY &action=getStatus &id=12345678 # Code received STATUS_OK:847291 # No code — request refund GET https://api.example.com/handler_api.php ?api_key=YOUR_API_KEY &action=setStatus &id=12345678 &status=8
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SMS Activate

What happened to SMS-Activate? Is it still working in 2026?
SMS-Activate (sms-activate.org) operated for over 10 years as one of the largest virtual phone number platforms in the world. It permanently shut down on December 29, 2025 and is no longer accessible. It is not working in 2026. The platform’s team launched the official successor service, preserving the same infrastructure, country coverage, API compatibility, and pricing model.
What is the official SMS-Activate successor?
The official successor is the direct continuation of SMS-Activate, developed by the same team on the same technical infrastructure. It supports 180+ countries and 700+ services, uses the same API format, and maintains the Free Price and auto-refund features. Users who previously used SMS Activate can switch without relearning — the workflow is identical.
Which platforms support SMS verification with virtual numbers?
Virtual numbers work with 700+ platforms including WhatsApp, Telegram, Google, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, Twitter/X, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Uber, Amazon, Microsoft, PayPal, Viber, and many more. The complete real-time catalog is available at the service website.
How much does a virtual number cost in 2026?
Prices start from $0.02 per activation and vary by country and service. Popular activations such as WhatsApp or Google typically range from $0.05 to $0.50. The service uses the Free Price system, where rates adjust in real time based on supply and demand. Account top-up starts from $1.
What happens if I don’t receive the verification code?
If no SMS code is received within the activation time window, The platform automatically issues a full refund to your account balance. You are never charged for a failed activation. The refund is processed automatically — no support request is required.
Is there an API for automation?
Yes. The service provides a full REST API that is backward-compatible with the original SMS-Activate API. It supports single and bulk number requests, real-time OTP retrieval, webhook delivery, and full account management. Developers who previously integrated with SMS Activate can migrate with minimal code changes. API keys are generated in the account dashboard.
What payment methods are accepted?
Major cryptocurrencies are accepted (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, and others), bank cards, and various electronic payment systems. The complete list of supported payment methods is shown on the deposit page.
Can I rent a virtual number for a longer period?
Yes. In addition to per-activation pricing, the service offers long-term number rental by the hour, day, or week. This is useful for multi-session workflows, maintaining access to accounts that require recurring verification, or any use case that needs a stable number over an extended window.
How does the Free Price feature work?
The Free Price system is a market-based pricing mechanism that adjusts activation costs in real time based on supply and demand. When many users request the same number type at once, prices temporarily increase to balance availability. When supply exceeds demand, prices fall. This feature was introduced by SMS-Activate and continues on the successor service.
Is it safe and private to use temporary virtual numbers?
Yes. A virtual number is used only to receive a single OTP code. It is not linked to your personal identity, is not shared with the platform you are verifying on, and is released after the session ends. The platform does not retain the content of received messages beyond the active session window.