SMS activation services
Recommendations for choosing SMS services and obtaining numbers for WhatsApp and MAX registration.
To register a WhatsApp / MAX account, you need a phone number that can receive an SMS. You can use your own SIM cards or an SMS activation service.
Services may be restricted or unavailable in certain countries due to local laws and mobile operator policies. Users are responsible for complying with service terms and applicable restrictions.
We also recommend keeping the following in mind:
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Check the latest information on the selected SMS service's website — terms and availability may change.
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Do not add a large amount to your balance right away — start with a minimal test.
Popular services
HeroSMS — a service based on the infrastructure of SMS-Activate, one of the market leaders, with more modern technology and favorable terms. It offers numbers from 180+ countries and supports 700+ services, with flexible top-up options and special terms for regular customers.
onlinesim.ru — offers numbers from 90+ countries for short- and long-term rental. Each number is assigned to only one customer.
These and other services are available in UniMessenger under Auto-registration → Activation services (see screen 1 for WhatsApp and Screenshot 2 for MAX).
