Why Shopee Requires Phone Verification

Shopee requires phone verification for all new accounts to confirm identity and prevent fake profiles. Whether you're registering as a buyer or setting up a seller store, Shopee sends an OTP code to your phone number during sign-up — and you can't proceed without it.

Users outside Southeast Asia who want to access Shopee's marketplace, sellers managing multiple store accounts, and privacy-conscious shoppers who don't want to share their real number with an e-commerce platform all benefit from a virtual temp number. It's a real, working number that receives your OTP SMS code without exposing your personal SIM card.

What Is a Virtual Temp Number for Shopee?

A virtual temp number is a real phone number hosted online that receives SMS OTP codes exactly like a standard mobile number. Two types are available on CodesSender:

SMS Activation — a one-time temp number for a single OTP verification. Best for creating one Shopee account quickly.
Phone Rental (7–30 days) — a real number that stays active long-term, useful for ongoing access or managing multiple Shopee stores.

What You Need Before Starting

A CodesSender account (free to register)
A small balance to purchase a virtual temp number
Shopee open in your browser or app

The whole process takes under 5 minutes.

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

Step 1 — Open Shopee and start sign-up

Go to shopee.com (or your regional Shopee site) and click Sign Up. Enter your details until Shopee asks for a phone number to send an OTP verification code — stop here.

Step 2 — Open CodesSender Activation page

Open codessender.com/activation in a new tab.

Step 3 — Select Shopee as the service

Search for "Shopee" in the service list, or go directly to the Shopee activation page. For best OTP delivery rates, choose a virtual number from a Southeast Asian country matching your target Shopee region.

Step 4 — Purchase your temp number

Select your country, activate the number, and copy your virtual temp number. Price is shown upfront.

Step 5 — Enter the number into Shopee

Paste the virtual number into Shopee's phone field with the correct country code. Tap Send OTP.

Step 6 — Retrieve your OTP code and verify

Switch back to CodesSender and click "Get SMS". Your OTP code appears within seconds. Enter it in Shopee to complete SMS verification and activate your account.

Best Countries for Shopee Phone Verification

Philippines — top choice for Shopee PH
Indonesia — best for Shopee ID
Thailand — works well for Shopee TH
Malaysia — reliable for Shopee MY
Vietnam — good success rate for Shopee VN

Common Issues and How to Fix Them

OTP code not arriving

Wait up to 60 seconds after triggering the OTP SMS. If the code doesn't arrive, request a new SMS within the activation window. If it still fails, get a fresh virtual temp number from a different country and retry.

"Number already registered"

The virtual number was previously used on Shopee. Release it on CodesSender and get a new one. Trying a different country almost always resolves this.

Shopee blocking the number

Shopee has some detection for virtual numbers. We refresh our number inventory regularly to keep OTP delivery rates high. If one number fails, try another country from the list above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a virtual temp number a real number Shopee accepts?

Yes. Virtual temp numbers from CodesSender are real, functional numbers capable of receiving SMS OTP codes. Shopee's verification system treats them the same as any standard mobile number.

Which Shopee regions are supported?

CodesSender has virtual numbers for the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, and more — covering all major Shopee markets. Check real-time availability on the Shopee activation page.

SMS Activation or Phone Rental for Shopee?

SMS Activation is sufficient for creating a new Shopee account and completing the initial OTP verification. Use Phone Rental if you need a real number that stays active for ongoing seller account management or future SMS codes.

Do I need a VPN?

No VPN is required. Virtual temp numbers work regardless of your location.

Conclusion

Verifying Shopee without your personal phone number is simple with a virtual temp number from CodesSender. Receive your OTP code in seconds, complete SMS verification privately, and start shopping or selling on Shopee immediately.

Get your Shopee virtual number now and complete OTP verification in under 5 minutes.