Chowbus verification number
Sign up to Chowbus using a carrier-backed US number rather than a VOIP line.
Verifying Chowbus with a non VOIP number
Chowbus — like most services worth registering for — checks whether the number you enter belongs to a real mobile carrier. VOIP and internet-telephony numbers are commonly rejected at this step. Every number we issue is a genuine US carrier line, which is why they pass.
How it works
- Choose Chowbus from the service list and place an order.
- A US number is issued to you immediately.
- Enter it on Chowbus and request the verification code.
- The code appears on your dashboard as soon as it arrives — no refreshing.
What it costs
A Chowbus verification costs $0.21, charged when the number is issued. That is cheaper than 3% of the services we carry. If no code arrives before the number expires, you are refunded automatically — you are never charged for a verification that did not happen.
Good to know
The number is rented for the duration of one verification, not sold. If you need a second code for the same account later, reuse is supported on many services. For automated signups, the same Chowbus flow is available through our API.
Chowbus questions
- Does Chowbus accept non VOIP numbers?
- Yes. Chowbus accepts numbers issued by real mobile carriers, which is exactly what we provide. VOIP numbers are frequently rejected, which is the usual reason a verification fails elsewhere.
- How much does a Chowbus number cost?
- $0.21 per verification, charged when the number is issued and refunded automatically if no code arrives.
- How long does the Chowbus code take?
- Normally seconds. The code appears on your dashboard automatically once Chowbus sends it.