Find answers to the most common questions about our SMS verification services
General Questions
PVA Codes is a leading provider of SMS verification services. We offer virtual phone numbers that allow you to receive SMS messages for account verification without using your personal phone number. This helps protect your privacy while enabling you to verify accounts on various platforms and services.
Our service works in three simple steps:
Select your desired country and service (like WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.)
Get a temporary virtual phone number
Use that number to receive SMS verification codes
All SMS messages sent to your virtual number will appear instantly in your PVA Codes dashboard.
Yes, PVA Codes is completely safe and secure. We use enterprise-grade security measures to protect your data. We never ask for personal information beyond what's necessary for your account. All SMS messages are received in a private dashboard, and we use non-VoIP numbers for maximum platform compatibility.
Service & Usage
We support SMS verification for hundreds of popular platforms including:
Social Media: WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, LinkedIn
Email Services: Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo
Payment Services: PayPal, Stripe, Venmo, Cash App
E-commerce: Amazon, eBay, Shopify
Entertainment: Netflix, Spotify, YouTube
And many more!
Our service is designed for instant delivery. Most SMS messages arrive within 10-30 seconds after being sent. In rare cases, it might take up to 2-3 minutes due to network conditions or high demand.
Our virtual numbers are designed for one-time use per service. This ensures maximum success rates and prevents conflicts. If you need multiple verifications, you'll need to order a new number for each verification.
No, you don't need a physical SIM card. PVA Codes provides virtual phone numbers that work entirely online. You can receive SMS messages through our web dashboard or mobile app without any physical hardware.
Payment & Billing
We accept multiple payment methods:
Crypto (USDT and other coins)
Binance Pay
Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard) in supported countries
PayPal
GCash
Google Play (in the Android app)
We do not accept bank transfers.
You pay per delivered code, from $0.15. The price depends on the app and country and is shown before you order. There are no plans or subscriptions, and you are not charged if no code arrives.
Check our pricing page for detailed information.
You are charged only when a code is delivered. If no code arrives, the order is cancelled automatically and nothing is taken from your balance.
Added balance is non-refundable and cannot be withdrawn.
Exceptions: a technical failure on our side where the service was not delivered, or a duplicate charge.
If no code arrives, the order is cancelled automatically and you are not charged. Then:
Check if the service is currently available
Try refreshing your dashboard
Contact our support team for assistance
Try another number or another country for the same app
Yes, we have an Android app on Google Play. You can order numbers, receive codes and top up on your phone. There is no iOS app at the moment; iPhone users can use the website.
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