Temporary Phone Numbers for Xbox
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Xbox 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
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Xbox." 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 verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for Xbox
Your Xbox account, linked to your Gamertag, is your gateway to a massive universe of games, friends, and subscriptions like Game Pass. This account is a valuable digital asset, secured by two-factor authentication (2FA) that uses your phone number. A dedicated virtual phone number is a critical piece of armor for any serious gamer looking to protect their account from being stolen.
Defend Your Valuable Gaming Library
Your Xbox account holds a game library worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars, along with years of achievements and saved progress. This makes it a prime target for hackers. A virtual number adds a powerful layer of security. By using a number that isn't public knowledge or tied to your other online profiles, you make it much more difficult for criminals to perform an account takeover through phone-based recovery methods.
Maintain Your Gaming Privacy
You may want to keep your gaming identity separate from your real-world persona. A virtual number allows you to create and secure your Xbox account with a greater degree of anonymity. It ensures your gaming achievements and online interactions are not directly linked to the personal phone number that friends, family, and colleagues know you by, giving you more control over your privacy.
Isolate Your Gaming World
A virtual number lets you create a dedicated, secure channel for your gaming life. This is a smart security practice. It ensures that a potential security issue on a non-gaming app you use won't expose the phone number that protects your valuable Xbox account. This compartmentalization keeps your virtual worlds safe from real-world risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Xbox registration. Xbox 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 Xbox account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Xbox. 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 Xbox. 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 Xbox 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 Xbox 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 Xbox significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.