Temporary Phone Numbers for Paxful
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Paxful Through SMSFAST
To make a purchase and receive SMS online:Log in to your account
Either create a new account by clicking "Registration" or log in if you already have one.
Fund your balance
In the top right corner, click "+" and choose a convenient top-up method. Add the amount you need.
Select Paxful
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Paxful". Then, choose your region from the list.
Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds for your temporary number to be purchased and activated.
Get the number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" field to activate the service.
Enter the code
Wait for the one-time password (OTP) to appear in the "Code from SMS" field, then enter it in the Paxful verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of using a temporary phone number for Paxful
Paxful is a leading peer-to-peer (P2P) cryptocurrency marketplace where users can buy and sell digital assets directly with one another. Trust and security are the cornerstones of the platform, and phone verification is a key step in establishing a secure trading environment. However, using your primary phone number can expose your personal information. A temporary phone number provides a smart and secure alternative for verifying your Paxful account.
Protect Your Financial Privacy
When engaging in financial transactions, even with cryptocurrency, protecting your identity is crucial. Your personal phone number is a direct link to you and can be used to track your activities across different platforms. By using a virtual number for the initial SMS verification on Paxful, you create a buffer between your real-world identity and your trading activities. This helps protect you from being personally targeted based on your interest in crypto and keeps your financial endeavors private.
Secure Your Account from Swapping and Phishing
The cryptocurrency space is a prime target for sophisticated scams like SIM swapping and targeted phishing attacks. If a malicious actor gains control of your primary phone number, they could potentially compromise all associated accounts. Registering with a disposable phone number that is used only for the initial OTP verification mitigates this risk significantly. It ensures that your main line of communication isn't the key to your Paxful account, making it much harder for anyone to gain unauthorized access.
Avoid Unwanted Contact from Traders
Paxful’s P2P nature means you are interacting with other individuals. While the platform secures the transaction, using a temporary number prevents the possibility of a trading partner gaining access to your personal contact information. This ensures that all communication stays within the platform's official channels and you won't receive unsolicited calls or text messages from people you've traded with, preserving your privacy and peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Paxful registration. Paxful requires a phone number for account creation, and our virtual numbers provide a reliable way to receive the SMS verification code.
Yes, you can. SMSFAST allows you to rent multiple virtual numbers, meaning you can use a unique number for each Paxful account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Paxful. Also, ensure the number you used is still active and within its valid time frame.
If the issue persists, the number might have been flagged by Paxful. In such cases, we recommend simply renting a new temporary phone number and repeating the registration process.
There may be a slight delay in network delivery at times. Please give it a minute or two.
- Request resend: On the Paxful interface, look for the option to resend the code. This often prompts a new SMS message to be sent to your number.
- Ensure you are actively viewing the SMSFAST interface for the specific virtual number you rented, as the SMS message will appear there.
If the code still doesn't arrive after a resend attempt, the temporary number might be experiencing an issue with that specific service. We recommend canceling the current number (if no SMS has been received, you typically won't be charged) and renting a new disposable number from SMSFAST.
A number is valid for up to 20 minutes for SMS verification purposes. This ensures you have enough time to receive your verification code and complete the registration.
Yes, we provide real, non-VoIP numbers from local SIM cards. You can use to register on a variety of services.
No, you generally cannot reuse the same temporary number for Paxful registration. It is designed for one-time SMS verification. If you need to register another account, you'll require a new code from a new virtual number.
Yes, it is safe. Using SMSFAST numbers for services like Paxful significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.