Receive SMS for Skype - Free US Virtual Number for Account Verification

Verify your Skype account with a free US virtual number from VirtualWebPhone. Skype is a popular video calling app owned by Microsoft and typically requires SMS verification during signup or account recovery. Our public US number pool receives Skype verification codes within 30 seconds. No signup, no personal data required.

Below is the current list of active US numbers. Copy any of them, paste into Skype when it asks for phone verification, then refresh the number page here to see your code arrive.

Active US numbers for Skype verification

How to receive SMS for Skype with a free US number

Copy one of the active US numbers listed above (any of them will work).
Open Skype and go to Skype signup (Microsoft account) when phone verification is required.
Paste the US number (with country code +1) and confirm.
Skype sends a verification code via SMS. Codes are typically 4-8 digits.
Return to that number page on VirtualWebPhone (there is a link back in the number list above). Refresh the page - your Skype code will appear at the top of the messages list within 30 seconds.
Copy the code and enter it back in Skype to complete verification.
If the first number does not work (rare - Skype occasionally blocks over-used numbers), try another from the list. Our pool is refreshed regularly so at least a few numbers are always active.

Why these numbers work for Skype

Skype runs standard SMS verification against real US mobile numbers. Our virtual numbers are actual US mobile numbers routed through licensed telecom carriers - not VOIP fakes that popular services block. This means Skype treats them like any other US phone number for the verification step.

However, because these numbers are shared publicly, we recommend using them only for temporary Skype accounts or exploratory signups - not for Skype accounts with saved contacts or credit. Anyone visiting the number page can see incoming SMS, which means account recovery codes and 2FA codes are visible to strangers. For long-term Skype accounts you value, purchase a private number instead.

Alternative uses for these numbers

Beyond Skype, these same US numbers verify: WhatsApp, Instagram, Discord, TikTok, Telegram, Tinder, Bumble, PayPal, Coinbase, Cash App, Uber, and hundreds of other services. Each number can only verify one Skype account (services detect and block duplicate signups), but you can use different numbers for different services simultaneously.

Frequently asked questions about Skype verification

Can I make calls on Skype with a virtual number verified?

Yes. Skype calls work normally after verification. The phone number is only used for the signup security check.

Does Skype charge for verification?

No. Skype verification is free.

Is verifying Skype with a virtual number really free?

Yes. VirtualWebPhone provides these US numbers completely free. No signup, no fee, no hidden charges. Our public number pool is supported by ads.

How fast does the Skype verification code arrive?

Almost always within 30 seconds of Skype sending it. If nothing appears within 60 seconds, refresh the number page manually - occasionally the auto-refresh delays.

Will Skype block a number that has been used by others?

Skype may block a number after too many registrations from different users. We rotate our pool regularly to keep most numbers active. If your first number fails verification, try another from the list.

Can I use these numbers for Skype two-factor authentication after signup?

You can enable SMS 2FA, but do not rely on it. Anyone visiting the number page can see incoming 2FA codes. Use an authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy) for real security.

Will Skype ever text this number again after signup?

Only if you enable SMS-based 2FA or trigger account recovery. Since the number is public, avoid both. If you need to recover access, be prepared to use email recovery instead.