Virtual number for registration

Today, almost all online services require mandatory registration with phone number verification. Creating an account on social networks or on a dating site, making a purchase in an online store or registering in a messenger - everywhere you will need to receive an SMS with a confirmation code on your phone.

In such situations, you can go to a communications store and buy a SIM card for registration, but this can be expensive and time-consuming. Therefore, buying a phone number for registration in a couple of clicks on the DID Virtual Numbers website is the best solution that is available to anyone.

Phone numbers for registration: when to use?

Registration in social networks, instant messengers and other online platforms using a phone number is a standard procedure. Thanks virtual phone numbers, you no longer have to indicate your real number on the Internet. A virtual number is a phone number that is not tied to any telephone device and works exclusively via the Internet. Visually and functionally, it is no different from a regular phone number.

Usually virtual numbers are used for a specific purpose, for example:

• when posting ads online
• when looking for work abroad
• on dating sites
• when issuing loyalty cards
• when registering and authorizing on social networks, email platforms, websites
• to register multiple accounts on one platform
• share with people you just met
• for spam or as a backup/additional phone number
• in situations where you don't want to share your personal number.

Virtual number for registration: types of numbers

DID VN is a service of numbers for registration on all popular online platforms. You can buy a number for registration in such messengers and social applications as:

1. Telegram
2. WhatsApp
3. Signal
4. Viber
5. VKontakte
6. Instagram
7. Twitter and others

We also offer phone numbers for registering accounts on: Avito, PayPal, STEAM, Gmail and many others.

Buying a virtual SIM card for registration on the DID VN website is not only suitable for customers who need a number for short-term use. Long-term use is also possible.

A one-time registration number is used to verify a phone number once. Using an SMS message with a verification code when creating an account on various platforms. After use, the number ceases to be active.

Renting a registration number is suitable for solving longer-term problems. For example, when you need a number to confirm transactions in payment systems or online banking. Payment for such a number is charged monthly.

The DID VN service offers registration numbers for accounts from dozens of countries worldwide. You can see the full list of countries in your account dashboard after signing up — or right in the table just below.

Popular Services for a Virtual Number

Buy registration numbers: main advantages

Purchasing a virtual SIM card for registration gives you the following advantages:

• Provides privacy. When registering accounts, buying goods online or communicating with strangers. Using a virtual phone number is a smart choice. Such numbers provide anonymity, reducing the risks associated with providing basic contact information. They act as a buffer between you and potential attackers, ensuring complete privacy.
• Work without a SIM card. Virtual numbers are phone numbers that are only available online. Thanks to the software and special equipment where physical SIM cards are stored, all incoming SMS messages are redirected to your personal account on the site. Thus, you do not need to have a SIM card for registration and a phone. You can do this from any device with Internet access.
• Protects against spam and advertising. By disclosing your personal phone number online, you risk “becoming a victim” of spam mailings. Or annoying targeted advertising or even identity theft. Therefore, in order not to end up in the spammers’ database, it is better not to disclose your real data. Use virtual SIM cards for registration from DID VN, maintaining the confidentiality of your contact information.
• Easy to purchase and accessible. In just a few clicks, the virtual SIM card for registration is ready for use. The price of disposable numbers is very low. When choosing a disposable number for registration, you need to make sure that it meets the requirements of a specific service. DID VN's support service will promptly answer any question that arises when purchasing or activating a number.

How phone verification works

A verification phone number is used to confirm the user's identity. DID Virtual Numbers provides numbers that can be used for verification in Telegram and other messaging apps, social networks, gaming apps, and other services. When choosing a virtual number for verification, it's important to ensure it meets the requirements of the specific service.

How to buy a virtual phone number for registration?

Buying a number for SMS registration is very simple by following these steps:

1. Register your personal account on the DID VN website and log in.
2. Top up your balance in your personal account
3. Select the required service and country.
4. Pay for the purchase of the selected number using the method most convenient for you and connect the number.
5. Use the purchased number when registering on the desired online platform. Enter it in the appropriate field and confirm it with the verification code from the SMS message.

If virtual telephony is new to you, start with the basic guide — how to create a virtual number: from choosing the type to activation in a few minutes.

Frequently asked questions about the registration number

How is a registration number different from the site's other categories (SMS, calls, etc.)?

Numbers marked «For registration» let you receive calls and SMS to pass verification when creating accounts in services and apps, because these are real physical SIM cards of the chosen country. On numbers without this mark, delivery of messages and calls from services is not guaranteed.

Which type of number is better for registration — disposable or rented?

It depends on the scenario: a disposable number is enough for a one-time registration on a single service. If you plan to use the account actively and the service may request re-verification, get a rented number.

Can I register on the same number for several different services at once?

Yes, if the number is rented — it can be used in turn for registering on different apps and platforms for as long as the rental lasts.

How do I choose the country of a registration number for a specific service?

Base it on which countries the target service officially supports, and on acceptance statistics — popular services usually accept numbers from major countries like the US or UK more reliably.

Is a registration number only suitable for social networks and messengers, or is it universal?

The number is universal — suitable for registering on any service that requires SMS confirmation: social networks, messengers, marketplaces, financial apps, and others.

How reliably does the welcome or confirmation SMS arrive when registering on a virtual number?

Delivery depends on the specific sending service, but in the vast majority of cases the code arrives within a minute. If the delay is longer, request the code again or check the number's status in your dashboard.

Is it safe to use a virtual number for recovering account access in the future?

Yes, but only if the number stays with you for the entire time you use the account — for this, use a rental rather than a disposable number, otherwise recovering access via SMS later won't be possible.

Is a registration number more expensive than a regular SMS number?

As a rule, yes. An SMS number without the «For registration» mark can only receive messages from real subscribers of the country you chose. «For registration» numbers receive all the same messages as a real physical SIM card: both from real users and from services.

Can a registration number be used for several accounts on the same service?

Most services limit registration to one account per phone number — for several accounts on the same service you'll need several different numbers.

What should I do if the service says during registration that the number is already in use?

Such an error can be caused by several reasons that do not always depend on the number itself. For details, contact DIDVN support.