Virtual numbers

Get a virtual number for WhatsApp

Receive WhatsApp SMS verification codes on a temporary number in seconds — pay only if the code arrives, no subscription.

Why use a virtual number for WhatsApp?

WhatsApp ties one account to one phone number, so a virtual number is the usual way to run a second WhatsApp — a business line, a travel number, or an account kept apart from your personal SIM.

Instant delivery

The number is assigned immediately and the WhatsApp code appears on screen automatically.

Only pay if it works

If the number expires without the code, you're refunded automatically — no tickets.

Pick a reliable operator

We show live delivery rates so you can choose a number that actually receives WhatsApp codes.

Common uses for a WhatsApp number

  • Open a second or business account, separate from your personal number
  • Sign up when the app hasn't rolled out to your own number's country
  • Keep your real number private on a public-facing profile
  • Re-verify an account after switching phones

How to receive a WhatsApp code, step by step

  1. 1
    Add funds

    Create a free OTPWave account and top up your wallet — card, bank transfer or crypto.

  2. 2
    Choose WhatsApp

    Open Buy a Number, search for WhatsApp, then pick the country you want the number from.

  3. 3
    Pick a reliable operator

    Compare operators by live delivery rate and price, then confirm — your number is assigned instantly.

  4. 4
    Receive the code

    Enter the number in WhatsApp. The SMS code appears on your OTPWave dashboard automatically; if it never arrives, you're refunded.

WhatsApp numbers by country

Choose the country you need a WhatsApp number from.

WhatsApp verification — FAQ

Can I verify WhatsApp with a virtual number?
Yes — buy a temporary WhatsApp number on OTPWave, receive the SMS code on screen, and complete verification. Availability depends on live provider stock and WhatsApp's own rules; the buy screen shows real-time availability and each operator's delivery rate, and you're refunded automatically if a code never arrives.
How much does a WhatsApp number cost?
Pricing is pay-as-you-go and shown before you buy — it varies by country and operator. There's no subscription, and you only pay for numbers that actually deliver the code.
Do I keep my WhatsApp account after the temporary number expires?
Usually yes. Most social apps only use the SMS code to confirm the account at signup or when re-verifying — once you're in, the account is yours and the temporary number has done its job. Some apps re-check the number later, which OTPWave can't control.
Which country should I choose for WhatsApp?
Pick based on availability and price — the buy screen lists every country with live stock and each operator's delivery rate for WhatsApp. If one country is out of stock or has a low rate, another usually works.

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Availability and acceptance vary by provider and are never guaranteed.

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