# Virtual Number For ChatGPT And OpenAI

Source: https://hush-sms.com/blog/virtualnyj-nomer-dlya-chatgpt-openai/

Updated: 2026-06-11

This guide explains when OpenAI may request phone verification and how a virtual number can be used to receive an SMS code.

## Direct Answer

OpenAI phone verification is not always required for ChatGPT usage, but it can be required in API and security-related flows. If OpenAI asks for a phone number, Hush SMS can provide a virtual number where the service and country are available.

## Best Use Case

The clearest use case is OpenAI API onboarding where phone verification may be required for generating the first API key. Users should first check whether the OpenAI form actually asks for a phone number before buying a number.

## How To Receive A Code

1. Open Hush SMS in Telegram.
2. Select an OpenAI or ChatGPT-related service if available.
3. Choose a country shown in the OpenAI form.
4. Buy the number and enter it with the country code.
5. Wait for the code in Hush SMS.

## Limitations

Hush SMS can receive an SMS code if OpenAI sends it to the issued number. OpenAI controls whether it accepts the number, sends the code and allows the account or API flow to continue.

## Activation Or Rental

Use one-time activation for a single verification code. Use rental only if repeated verification to the same number is likely.

## CTA

Open Hush SMS: https://t.me/HushNumBot?start=landing