Why LinkedIn Requires Phone Verification

LinkedIn uses phone verification to confirm you're a real professional, prevent fake profiles, and enable two-step verification. Accounts without phone verification may face restrictions when connecting with others or applying for jobs.

Job seekers who don't want recruiters to have their personal number, professionals managing multiple LinkedIn profiles, and users in regions where LinkedIn verification is unreliable all benefit from a temp number — a real, working number that verifies accounts without sharing your personal SIM details.

What Is a Temp Number (Virtual Phone Number)?

A temp number is a real number hosted online that receives SMS codes. Two types are available on CodesSender:

SMS Activation — one-time temp number for account setup.
Phone Rental (7–30 days) — a real number you keep long-term for ongoing 2FA.

What You Need Before Starting

A CodesSender account
A small balance to purchase a temp number
LinkedIn open in your browser

Step-by-Step: How to Verify LinkedIn Without Your Personal Number

Step 1 — Open LinkedIn and navigate to phone verification

Go to linkedin.com. Create a new account or go to Settings → Sign In & Security → Phone Numbers. When LinkedIn asks for a number, stop here.

Step 2 — Open CodesSender Activation page

Open codessender.com/activation in a new tab.

Step 3 — Select LinkedIn as the service

Search for "LinkedIn" and select it, or visit the LinkedIn activation page. Temp numbers from United States and United Kingdom work well.

Step 4 — Purchase and copy your number

Activate the temp number and copy it.

Step 5 — Enter the number into LinkedIn

Paste your temp number with the correct country code and click Send Code.

Step 6 — Get your code

Click "Get SMS" in CodesSender. Enter the code into LinkedIn to complete verification.

Best Countries for LinkedIn Verification

United States — best acceptance
United Kingdom — reliable
Germany — good option
France — works well
Netherlands — solid choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it legal to use a temp number for LinkedIn?

Yes. Ensure your use complies with LinkedIn's Terms of Service.

Is a temp number accepted as a real number by LinkedIn?

Yes. Temp numbers are real, functional numbers that receive SMS. LinkedIn cannot distinguish a temp number from any other standard mobile number.

Do I need a VPN?

No VPN required.

Conclusion

Verifying LinkedIn without your personal number takes minutes with a temp number from CodesSender.

Get your LinkedIn temp number now and complete verification in under 5 minutes.