Why Some Services Reject Virtual Phone Numbers
Many services look up a phone number before sending a code and refuse types they don't trust. It's part of their fight against spam accounts, and it's why the same service can accept one number and reject another.
How services check numbers
Number lookup services show the type of number (mobile, landline, VoIP), the carrier and the country. Services use this to decide whether to send a code.
Common reasons for rejection
- The number type is VoIP or landline.
- The country is outside the service's allowed list.
- The number was used recently on the same service.
- Too many sign ups from similar numbers.
What you'll see
Sometimes a clear error like "this number isn't supported". Sometimes nothing. The code just never arrives.
What to do
- Try a different country.
- Try a fresh number for the same service.
- If a service keeps refusing, check whether it only allows local numbers.
Why telly.cat lists numbers per service
On telly.cat you pick the service first, then a country, so you get numbers intended for that service. If a number doesn't receive a code, you're refunded automatically.
FAQ
How do services know a number is virtual?
Many use number lookup databases that show the number type and carrier, like mobile, landline or VoIP.
What should I do if a service rejects my number?
Try a different country or number. Services accept some countries and number types more often than others.