SMS-Activate Shut Down: What Happened and Where to Go
SMS-Activate and DaisySMS are no longer operating
SMS-Activate shut down on December 29, 2025; DaisySMS announced it would cease operations on March 26, 2026. Don't top up on look-alike sites. See SMS-Activate alternatives and DaisySMS alternatives — our #1 pick is Tiger SMS.
Timeline
- August 25, 2025: SMS-Activate stopped issuing Russian numbers and blocked users in Russia.
- December 29, 2025: the service announced it was shutting down completely.
- The website, mobile apps and Telegram bot no longer issue numbers.
No score — the service isn't operating. If you see "SMS-Activate" in search results, check the domain: clones appear after big shutdowns.
What to use instead of SMS-Activate
Tiger SMS
Editor's choiceWhy it fits: Cheap one-time verification codes for almost any app and professional bulk registration, with instant refunds when a code doesn't arrive
- Receive SMS online
- Non-VoIP numbers
- SMS verification API
- Visa & Mastercard
- PayPal
HeroSMS
NewWhy it fits: A familiar interface and API for former SMS-Activate users
- Receive SMS online
- Phone number rental
- SMS verification API
TextVerified
Why it fits: US-only non-VoIP numbers for strict platforms
- Receive SMS online
- Phone number rental
- SMS verification API
- Visa & Mastercard
- USDT & crypto
SMSPool
Why it fits: Non-VoIP numbers for the US and UK
- Receive SMS online
- Phone number rental
- SMS verification API
- Visa & Mastercard
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
5SIM
Why it fits: Choosing a specific carrier within a country
- Receive SMS online
- Cheap SMS verification
FAQ
Is sms activate still working?
No — it has been shut down since December 29, 2025.
Is HeroSMS the new SMS-Activate?
HeroSMS says it continues SMS-Activate's infrastructure. See the HeroSMS review and Tiger SMS vs HeroSMS.
Where should I move my SMS-Activate API scripts?
To a service with a comparable API — see SMS verification API.