WhatsApp requires a phone number to create an account — and one number works for exactly ONE account. If you need multiple WhatsApp profiles for business, marketing, or sales, you have two options: buy expensive SIM cards or use virtual numbers.

In 2026, the fastest and most affordable way to create multiple WhatsApp accounts is using virtual numbers from CodesSender. Starting from just $1.25 per account. This guide shows you how to create 5, 10, or even 20 WhatsApp accounts without buying a single physical SIM.

Who Needs Multiple WhatsApp Accounts?

WhatsApp Marketing — separate accounts for different customer segments or product lines
Sales Teams — each manager gets their own business number without company SIM cards
Customer Support — dedicated numbers for different regions or languages
A/B Testing — test different profile photos, bios, and messaging strategies
Geotargeting — local numbers for different countries (US, UK, Brazil, Vietnam)
Affiliate Marketing — manage multiple WhatsApp channels from one device
Real Estate Agents — separate numbers for rentals, sales, and commercial properties

Why You Can't Use One Phone Number for Multiple WhatsApp Accounts

WhatsApp's security system links each account to a unique phone number. When you try to verify the same number twice, WhatsApp will:

Log you into your existing account instead of creating a new one
Show the error: "This phone number is already registered"
Never allow a second account on the same number

The only solution is having a different phone number for each WhatsApp account. Virtual numbers solve this at 90% less cost than physical SIMs.

Solution: Virtual Numbers for Every WhatsApp Account

CodesSender provides real SIM-based virtual numbers that receive WhatsApp verification SMS instantly. Each number works for one WhatsApp account — just like a physical SIM, but cheaper and faster.

What Makes CodesSender Different for Multi-Account

Real SIM-based numbers — not VoIP (WhatsApp blocks most VoIP numbers)
50+ countries available — from $1.25 to $13.33
Pay only for successful deliveries — no charge if code doesn't arrive
Instant activation — code arrives in 10-40 seconds
No subscription — pay per account, no hidden fees

Real WhatsApp Virtual Number Prices (May 2026)

Based on current CodesSender API data. These are the cheapest countries for WhatsApp SMS activation:

Country	Starting Price (USD)	Success Rate	Action
Cameroon	$1.25 🔥	High	GET SMS
Argentina	$1.39	High	GET SMS
Bolivia	$1.39	High	GET SMS
Paraguay	$1.39	High	GET SMS
Colombia	$1.46	Very High	GET SMS
Nigeria	$1.50	High	GET SMS
Vietnam	$1.70	High	GET SMS
Thailand	$1.88	High	GET SMS
South Africa	$1.98	High	GET SMS
Malaysia	$2.00	High	GET SMS
Indonesia	$2.50	High	GET SMS
Romania	$2.50	High	GET SMS
Netherlands	$2.75	Very High	GET SMS
Brazil	$3.41	High	GET SMS
United States	$3.85	Very High	GET SMS
Mexico	$3.85	High	GET SMS
Portugal	$3.75	High	GET SMS
France	$7.59	High	GET SMS
Germany	$11.00	High	GET SMS
Spain	$13.33	High	GET SMS

How Much Does It Cost to Create Multiple WhatsApp Accounts?

Here's the real cost breakdown for 5, 10, and 20 accounts using the cheapest countries:

Number of Accounts	Cheapest (Cameroon $1.25)	Popular (Colombia $1.46)	US Numbers ($3.85)
5 accounts	$6.25	$7.30	$19.25
10 accounts	$12.50	$14.60	$38.50
20 accounts	$25.00	$29.20	$77.00
50 accounts	$62.50	$73.00	$192.50

💡 Pro tip: For bulk WhatsApp accounts, mix countries. Don't register all accounts from Cameroon — spread across Vietnam, Thailand, Colombia, and South Africa. This reduces pattern detection.

How to Create Multiple WhatsApp Accounts — Step by Step

What You Need Before Starting

A free CodesSender account
Small balance ($10-20 for multiple accounts)
WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business app installed
For multiple accounts on one phone: Parallel Space, Island, or Shelter app

Step 1 — Get Your First Virtual Number for WhatsApp

Go to codessender.com/activation/service/whatsapp. Choose a country from the table above. Click Activate and copy the virtual number.

Step 2 — Register WhatsApp Account #1

Open WhatsApp (or WhatsApp Business). Enter the virtual number. Request SMS code. Return to CodesSender and click Get SMS. Enter the 6-digit code. Complete profile setup.

Step 3 — Create Account #2, #3, #4...

For each new WhatsApp account:

Get a new virtual number from CodesSender (different from previous ones)
Use a different device OR clone the app (Parallel Space, Island)
Repeat the registration process

Step 4 — Manage All Accounts from One Phone

Install these apps to run multiple WhatsApp instances on one device:

Parallel Space — clone WhatsApp up to 5 times (Android)
Island — open source, creates isolated workspace (Android)
Shelter — another open source clone tool (Android)
WhatsApp Business — runs separately from regular WhatsApp (both official)

⚠️ iPhone users: iOS doesn't allow cloning. You need multiple phones or use WhatsApp Web for secondary accounts.

Best Practices for Multiple WhatsApp Accounts (Avoid Bans)

1. Use Different Countries for Different Accounts

Don't register 10 accounts all from Cameroon. Mix them: Cameroon, Vietnam, Colombia, Thailand, South Africa. WhatsApp looks for patterns — don't be the pattern.

2. Different Profile Photos and Bios

Each account should look unique. Same photo across 5 accounts = red flag.

3. Warm Up New Accounts Slowly

Don't send 100 messages on day one. Start with 5-10 messages per day. Increase gradually over 2 weeks.

4. Use Different IPs for Bulk Registration

If registering 20+ accounts, rotate IP addresses. Mobile data + WiFi + VPN works.

5. Keep Each Account Active

WhatsApp may reclaim numbers from completely inactive accounts after 30-45 days. Send a message every few weeks.

Common Issues and Fixes for Multi-Account Setup

"This phone number is not allowed to use WhatsApp"

Some numbers get flagged. Release it in CodesSender and try a fresh one. US and UK numbers almost never get this error.

SMS code not arriving

Wait 60 seconds maximum. If nothing arrives, release and get a new number. CodesSender only charges when code is successfully delivered.

WhatsApp detects I'm using a virtual number

CodesSender uses real SIM-based numbers, not VoIP. VoIP gets blocked. SIM-based numbers work. If you still have issues, switch to United States or United Kingdom numbers.

Can't create more than 2 accounts on my phone

Install Parallel Space or Island. These create separate app environments. Each clone holds a different WhatsApp account.

WhatsApp Virtual Number Prices by Country (Full List)

Current prices for WhatsApp SMS activation on CodesSender (May 2026):

Frequently Asked Questions — Multiple WhatsApp Accounts

Can I use one phone number for two WhatsApp accounts?

No. WhatsApp's system is designed for one number = one account. You need a different number for each WhatsApp profile.

How many WhatsApp accounts can I create?

As many as you want. Each account needs its own unique virtual number. CodesSender has thousands of numbers available across 50+ countries.

Is it legal to have multiple WhatsApp accounts?

Yes. Many businesses run multiple WhatsApp accounts for different brands, regions, or teams. Just don't use them for spam or violate WhatsApp's Terms of Service.

Will WhatsApp ban my accounts for using virtual numbers?

CodesSender uses real SIM-based numbers (not VoIP). WhatsApp allows these. Bans only happen for spam behavior, not for using virtual numbers properly.

Can I use the same virtual number again for a different account?

No. Once a number is used for WhatsApp, it's locked to that account. Each new account needs a fresh virtual number.

What's cheaper — SIM cards or virtual numbers for 10 accounts?

10 physical SIMs: $50-100 + monthly fees. 10 virtual numbers from CodesSender: $12.50-14.60 one-time payment. Virtual numbers are 80% cheaper.

How do I run multiple WhatsApp accounts on iPhone?

iOS doesn't allow app cloning. Options: use WhatsApp Web for secondary accounts, buy multiple cheap Android phones, or switch between accounts (log out/log in — not recommended).

Do I need to keep the virtual number active after registration?

No. For SMS activation (one-time payment), you only need the number to receive the initial code. After that, WhatsApp works normally. For long-term recovery access, consider rental numbers.

SMS Activation vs Phone Rental for Multiple Accounts

SMS Activation ($1.25–$13.33 per account) — one-time verification. Best for creating many accounts for marketing, sales, or testing. You pay once, keep the WhatsApp account forever.

Phone Rental ($5–$15 per week per number) — keeps the number active long-term. Use this only if you need to receive calls or re-verify accounts later. For most multi-account users, SMS activation is the better choice.

Rent a WhatsApp number here →

Conclusion

Creating multiple WhatsApp accounts without buying physical SIM cards is straightforward with CodesSender. Each account costs as little as $1.25 — 80-90% cheaper than traditional SIM cards.

Quick recap for multi-account success:

Use different countries for different accounts (mix Cameroon, Vietnam, Colombia, Thailand)
Install Parallel Space or Island to run multiple accounts on one Android phone
Warm up new accounts slowly — don't spam on day one
US and UK numbers have the highest success rate ($3.85-11.00)
Budget countries start at $1.25-1.70

Ready to scale your WhatsApp presence? Start with 5 accounts today for under $10.

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