SMSFAST Expands Developer Access to Its SMS Verification API

SMSFAST, a provider of temporary virtual phone numbers for receiving SMS verification codes, has expanded access to its REST API, allowing engineering teams to retrieve virtual numbers on demand and automate the testing of SMS and one-time-password flows across over 500 platforms. This shift from manual, time-consuming verification tests to automated processes can significantly streamline the development of sign-up, login, and two-factor features.

By integrating SMSFAST's API, engineering teams can now request a virtual number via a script, receive the incoming message, and validate the flow's success without manual intervention. The API is supported by documentation for Python, Node.js, PHP, and Go, and is compatible with any environment capable of making HTTP requests. Virtual numbers are accessible in more than 190 countries, enabling teams to test verification flows for users in various regions.

The API operates on a pay-as-you-go model, with numbers priced at $0.21 each and charges automatically deducted from the account once a code is not delivered. Teams that utilize higher volumes can qualify for loyalty tiers, which reduce the per-number cost by up to 32%. SMSFAST reports that developer demand has emerged as a rapidly growing segment of its business, alongside individual users seeking virtual numbers to bypass verification on sign-up forms.

Founded in 2021, SMSFAST offers temporary and rentable virtual phone numbers for receiving SMS verification codes without the need for a physical SIM card. The service spans over 190 countries and 500 platforms, charging $0.21 per number with automatic refunds when a code is not received. The REST API provides automated verification testing capabilities for Python, Node.js, PHP, and Go. For additional information, visit https://smsfast.com/.