Buy Virtual Numbers for SMS Verification
By Inbox Number Team · Published · Last updated · 2 min read
You can buy virtual numbers for SMS verification on Inbox Number in four countries: the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. Each monthly number is assigned to your account while you renew, and texts appear in a private SMS inbox in your dashboard. Annual plans are 25% off.
Availability: monthly numbers (US, CA, UK, AU) can be ordered now. The OTP marketplace (one-time activations and short-term US rentals), eSIM data plans and proxies are coming soon; you can join their waitlists on the product pages.
A monthly virtual number is the right choice when you need a number you can come back to: accounts that re-verify, a business contact line, or regression testing. This page summarizes what you get and links to each country.
Which countries can you buy numbers in?
Inbox Number offers monthly numbers in four countries. Each country page shows the current price and availability.
| Country | Page | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|
| United States | US virtual numbers | Sign-ups with US services, US business contact |
| Canada | Canada virtual numbers | Canadian customers and services |
| United Kingdom | UK virtual numbers | UK services and contacts |
| Australia | Australia virtual numbers | Australian services and contacts |
Visiting from elsewhere? See countries for guides for visitors from other regions. We don't sell numbers in other countries at the moment.
What do you get with a monthly number?
You get a real number in your chosen country, assigned to your account for the period you pay for, with incoming SMS shown in your private dashboard inbox.
- A number nobody else uses while you renew.
- A private inbox; messages are never published.
- Monthly billing, or annual billing at 25% off.
- Payment from your wallet balance, topped up with crypto. See how to buy with crypto.
How do you buy a number?
Pick a country, choose monthly or annual billing, pay, and your number appears in the dashboard within moments.
- Choose a country above.
- Select monthly or annual billing on the pricing page.
- Pay with crypto, directly or from your wallet balance.
- Use the number and read texts in your dashboard.
Is a monthly number right for you?
Choose monthly if the account will text you again. If you only need one code, the OTP activation marketplace is cheaper. Compare all options in number types.
Will every service accept the number?
No provider can promise that. Many services accept virtual numbers, while some banks, payment apps and messaging apps decline them. See why some websites reject virtual numbers and the services pages for honest per-platform notes.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly is my number ready?
Usually within moments of payment. Some orders may be checked before the number is assigned; your dashboard shows the status.
Can I cancel?
Yes. You can stop renewing; see the terms for refund details.
Can I keep the same number next year?
Yes, as long as you renew before it lapses.
Can I use it for WhatsApp or Telegram?
Some people do, but each app decides which numbers it accepts. See services.
Do I need a SIM or app?
No. You read messages in your browser.
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Need a number you keep every month?
Inbox Number offers monthly virtual numbers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia, with a private SMS inbox in your dashboard. Annual plans are 25% off.