Does Discord require a phone number? How to verify
Discord sometimes asks for phone verification — on new accounts, flagged logins, or certain servers. You can complete it with a temporary virtual number instead of your personal SIM. Here is how.
Does Discord require a phone number?
Not always. Discord asks for phone verification to fight spam and to unlock certain servers, so it depends on the account and the server. When it is required, a virtual number lets you pass it without linking your real phone.
Step 1 — Get a virtual number for Discord
Choose Discord on the buy page and pay by card. You receive a temporary number able to get the SMS. A private number matters here — free public ones are frequently already used on Discord and get rejected.
Step 2 — Add it in Discord settings
In Discord, go to User Settings → My Account → add a phone number, and enter the virtual number. Discord sends the code by SMS.
Step 3 — Enter the code
The code shows up on the order screen in real time. Type it into Discord to complete verification.
FAQ
Do you need a phone number for Discord?
Only in some cases (new or flagged accounts, some servers). When you do, a virtual number completes it without your personal SIM.
Will the number stay on my account?
It is a temporary number for verification — not a permanent line tied to your account.