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Use an additional virtual number for WhatsApp verification and receive SMS online through 5SIM when WhatsApp requests phone-number confirmation during account setup.
Receive SMS online for WhatsApp verification – Virtual Number for SMS Verification
WhatsApp is a messaging and calling platform built around direct communication with individuals and groups. People use it to exchange text messages, photos, videos, documents, voice notes and other everyday updates, while voice and video calling let conversations move beyond chat without leaving the app. Personal messages and calls are protected with end-to-end encryption.
Communication on WhatsApp extends beyond one-to-one conversations. Group chats help friends, families, classmates and coworkers stay coordinated, while features such as polls, events and shared media make a chat useful for planning as well as conversation. Status provides a separate space for temporary updates, and Channels let people follow broadcasts without mixing those posts into private chats.
WhatsApp also works across mobile, web and desktop through linked devices, which makes ongoing conversations easier to access from different screens. Chat organization, message formatting, media sharing and calling are combined in the same account, so users can move between quick messages, longer discussions, shared files and live conversations without switching communication tools.
Account registration is tied to a phone number, and WhatsApp supports SMS verification during registration. When that SMS step appears, a temporary 5SIM number provides an additional number for receiving the requested message online through the active order.
How to buy a virtual phone number for WhatsApp
Start on 5SIM by choosing WhatsApp from the service list. 5SIM then shows the countries currently available for WhatsApp. Select a country to open the operators available for that WhatsApp and country combination.
Each operator entry includes its price, available quantity and SMS delivery rate. Compare the current choices, select an operator and purchase the number. The new number will appear in your active 5SIM order.
Enter the purchased number when WhatsApp requests phone verification and request the SMS. The incoming message will appear in the active order. If no SMS is received, you can cancel an unused active order and the payment is returned to your 5SIM balance; an unused order that expires is refunded automatically.
Top Up your Balance
Add funds to your balance via any of the payment methods offered by our website; to access them, click on the profile icon, then click "Top up balance".
Choose a Purchase Method
Manual Buy:
• Choose the country and operator yourself. This option gives you full control over the purchase.
Smart Buy:
• The fastest option. Simply choose a service, and we’ll automatically select the country and operator with the best SMS delivery rate.
Select a Service
In the left panel you can choose the service you need, may it be a website or an app, which you can receive an SMS for. If the service you need is not listed, try using the service "Other". You can also reorganize the list and choose country first.
Select a Country
It is recommended to choose the countries and operators with high SMS delivery rates—check out the sections "Statistics" and "Prices" to find the best options for the service you need.
Select an Operator and Click "Buy"
Apply the Phone Number that You Received
• Press the copy button near the phone number, then paste the number where required.
If necessary:
• Click "Cancel" if you do not wish to continue the process of receiving SMS.
• Click "Ban" if the number has already been used.
If you didn't receive an SMS, you will be refunded automaticallyrarely it may take up to 15 minutes
Receive an SMS
Once you purchase a virtual number, you can receive unlimited SMS messages for a certain website or app within 5-30 minutes. If a SMS is not delivered within five minutes, in some cases the order will be canceled automatically. Some service/country/operator combos can provide you with only one SMS message. Click here to learn more about SMS delivery.
If there’s an error that you cannot solve yourself, contact our support.
Pros of using temp numbers for WhatsApp
A temporary number can be helpful when you need an additional phone number for WhatsApp verification.
Privacy: An additional number can help keep your contact details separate from a particular online service.
Convenience: There is no need to purchase or carry another physical SIM card. The number and received SMS are available online through 5SIM.
Travel: Online access to a virtual number can be convenient while traveling and handling account setup away from your usual mobile setup.
Flexibility: 5SIM provides numbers from different countries and operators, giving you a range of currently available choices.
Simple online access: The purchased number and incoming SMS can be managed directly through your 5SIM account.
Compare WhatsApp Numbers by Country, Operator and SMS Delivery Rate
For WhatsApp, the available country selection leads to the operators currently in stock for each location. Every operator choice shows its price, available quantity and SMS delivery rate, so the current supply can be compared without turning the section into another purchase walkthrough.
The rate reflects recent SMS delivery for the exact combination of WhatsApp + country + operator. For example, a 65% rate means SMS was received in about 65 out of 100 recent orders using that same combination. When several operators are available, the rate can be considered together with price and current quantity.
FAQ
Yes. Virtual numbers can be used for legitimate personal and online tasks, including registering with supported services such as WhatsApp. They can also be a convenient way to use an additional phone number for a specific purpose.
SMS delivery time can vary depending on the service, country, and mobile operator. If the expected SMS does not arrive, the cost of the number is automatically returned to your 5SIM balance after the order is completed. You can then try another available number or operator.
No. Temporary numbers are intended for a specific task and cannot be reused after the order has been completed. If you need an additional number for another task, you will need to purchase a new number.
SMS delivery can vary depending on the country and mobile operator. You can check the available options and SMS delivery statistics on 5SIM to choose a suitable number for your needs. You can also use Smart Buy to make the selection easier. Simply choose WhatsApp, and Smart Buy will automatically select an available country and operator with the highest SMS delivery rating among the available options. You can also set a maximum price to stay within your budget.
No. Each temporary number is designed for one WhatsApp account verification.
5SIM offers virtual numbers from many countries. Available options depend on the country, service, and current operator availability.
Popular Countries for WhatsApp Verification
WhatsApp numbers on 5SIM can be available from different countries, with the current selection changing as inventory changes. The country list reflects the choices presently offered for WhatsApp rather than a fixed set of permanently recommended locations.
After selecting a country, you can see which operators currently have WhatsApp numbers in stock. Availability can differ between operators within the same location, so the list updates with the supply shown on 5SIM.
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Buy Virtual Number for WhatsApp
Keep WhatsApp account setup moving with an additional number from 5SIM and receive the requested SMS directly in your active order.