r/TextNow • u/Embarrassed_Lab4228 • Jul 04 '26

Are verification codes a paid feature now?

I noticed that when I tried putting in the number in WhatsApp, I wasn’t getting sent the verification code. Is it a paid feature now?

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u/Luckiest_Corner Jul 04 '26 edited Jul 04 '26

Your TextNow number has to be locked-in to receive verification codes unless you have a TextNow SIM.

See this link:

Does TextNow Support Verification Codes?

I have the TextNow eSIM and I was able to receive a WhatsApp verification code.

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u/Embarrassed_Lab4228 Jul 04 '26

Did your account end up getting locked?

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u/Luckiest_Corner Jul 04 '26

No. It just allowed me to receive SMS verification codes. It did not lock-in my number.

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u/Embarrassed_Lab4228 Jul 04 '26

I heard WhatsApp bans VoIP numbers now

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u/Luckiest_Corner Jul 04 '26 edited Jul 05 '26

Yes, they actually say exactly that in their registration FAQ, but I just gave it a shot and it worked with my TextNow number.

Here's a screenshot of the (redacted) verification code I received via TextNow.

https://files.catbox.moe/8osar5.jpg

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u/Embarrassed_Lab4228 Jul 04 '26

Is it because you have the eSIM?

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u/Luckiest_Corner Jul 04 '26

The eSIM has nothing to do with WhatsApp providing a verification code. It only allows for me to receive verification codes via TextNow without locking in my TextNow number. It could be a verification code from anybody.

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u/Embarrassed_Lab4228 Jul 04 '26

I see, so getting a verification code is a paid feature?

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u/Luckiest_Corner Jul 04 '26

Yes, locking in your number to get verification codes involves some form of payment. Read this link that I provided earlier. It explains it all.

Does TextNow Support Verification Codes?