Receive Amazon SMS online
Receive an Amazon OTP on a public number.
How to get a Amazon verification code
Amazonasks for a phone number to confirm you're a real person. If you'd rather not hand over your personal number, you can receive the AmazonSMS code on a free, shared public number instead. Here's the flow:
- Pick a country. Open a country page and choose a number showing as Online.
- Enter the number in Amazon. Paste it where Amazon asks for a phone number, then request the code.
- Read the code. The verification SMS lands in the public inbox — usually within a few minutes. Copy it and finish signing up.
When a public number is the right choice
A shared number is ideal for a throwaway Amazonaccount, a quick test, or trying the app before committing. Because the inbox is public and numbers are reused, it's the wrong choice for an account tied to your identity, payments, or anything you need to recover later.
Amazon verification FAQ
Can I receive a Amazon code on a free number?
Yes. Choose a country, open an online number, and enter it when Amazon asks for a phone number. The code appears in the public inbox, usually within a few minutes.
Why did Amazon reject the number?
Public numbers are shared and reused, so Amazon may have already seen this one. Try a different number or country — or use a private paid number for accounts you intend to keep.
Is it safe to verify Amazon this way?
It's fine for throwaway or test accounts. Because the inbox is public, don't use it for a Amazon account tied to your real identity, payments, or recovery details.