Rent a phone number — virtual numbers for SMS & verification
Dedicated Nigerian numbers for personal use, business lines, and SMS verification — set up in minutes.
Four steps, start to finish
Browse available numbers
Choose from available numbers across MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9mobile.
Pick a plan
Monthly, quarterly, or annual rental. SMS forwarding included on all plans.
Confirm with PIN
Wallet-funded and PIN-authorized.
Number assigned to your account
The number is provisioned to your Satobyte account and ready to receive SMS within minutes.
Why use Satobyte for phone rental?
- All four networks — Pick a number from MTN, Airtel, GLO, or 9mobile based on your audience and use case.
- SMS forwarding — Incoming SMS is forwarded to your Satobyte dashboard and to your registered email.
- Flexible plans — Monthly, quarterly, or annual. Cancel anytime on monthly plans.
- Use it for anything — OTP verification, two-factor auth, dedicated business line, or a private personal number.
Common questions about phone rental
How fast is the number activated?
Numbers are usually assigned within 5–10 minutes of payment confirmation.
Can I keep the number if I cancel?
On monthly plans, the number is released at the end of the billing cycle. On annual plans, the number is reserved for 12 months.
Do I need to provide ID for KYC?
Yes — phone number rentals require a verified Nigerian identity document. We accept NIN, BVN, and passport.
Can I port an existing number to Satobyte?
Porting is not currently supported. We provide new numbers across the four major networks.