How to verify OkCupid with a number from South Africa
Choose OkCupid and South Africa
On the get-a-number page, pick OkCupid, then South Africa (+27).
Copy the number
You get a real +27 mobile number instantly. Copy it — with or without the country code.
Enter it in OkCupid
In OkCupid, select South Africa (+27) in the country picker, paste the number and ask for the code.
Paste the code
The SMS code appears in your browser within moments. No SMS in about 18 minutes? The credit returns automatically.
When a number from South Africa makes sense for OkCupid
Apps tend to tie your account to the country of your phone number. If you live in South Africa, are moving there or spend time there, a number from South Africa (+27) keeps the sign-up consistent with where you'll use OkCupid.
It is also the simple fix when your own number is already linked to an old OkCupid account, or when you'd rather not hand your personal number to another app.
What OkCupid verification usually asks for
- Code format: a numeric SMS code.
- Set an email login inside the app afterwards.
FAQ
Is the number from South Africa a real mobile number?
Do I need to be in South Africa to use it?
How long does the OkCupid code take?
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Ready to verify?
Pick your app and country. If no SMS arrives, the credit comes back automatically.