Deliveroo · Delivery & Rides
Deliveroo virtual number: a permanent number for Deliveroo orders and delivery updates
Deliveroo verifies accounts by SMS and uses the number on file to send order status updates and, for riders, shift and delivery coordination messages. Because both customer and rider accounts stay active indefinitely, a number that doesn't expire keeps those messages arriving.
Written and maintained by the VNumbr team · Last updated 24 September 2026
Key points
- Deliveroo sends a one-time SMS code to verify and later to re-check your account.
- A permanent number stays yours while you renew, so later Deliveroo codes still arrive.
- Permanent numbers start from about $3.99/mo; a one-off OTP number for Deliveroo from about $0.63.
- Numbers come from real mobile carriers, but each app decides what it accepts.
Why a permanent number suits Deliveroo
Order updates keep arriving
Deliveroo texts delivery ETAs and rider contact details to the number on file — a live number means you never miss the message that your food has arrived.
Riders keep one dependable contact number
Delivery riders can register a dedicated number for the app, separate from a personal line, and keep it stable across shifts and account re-checks.
Recovery works after a long gap
Accounts left dormant between orders can still be recovered by SMS as long as the number is still assigned to you.
How Deliveroo verification works
Delivery and ride apps such as Deliveroo rely on your phone number to link your account to orders, to let drivers contact you and to send trip or delivery updates. Verification by SMS happens at signup and when you log in on a new device.
Because the number is used for real-world logistics, it needs to be one you can actually receive messages on, in the country where you use the service.
Who this is for: Travellers and residents who want a local number for one market, and drivers or couriers who keep app accounts separate from a personal phone.
Set up Deliveroo in four steps
- 1
Pick a country and plan
Choose the country you order or ride in and a monthly or yearly term.
- 2
Pay in crypto
Cryptomus, NOWPayments, or wallet balance.
- 3
Verify your Deliveroo account
Enter the number at signup or account recovery.
- 4
Read the code in your dashboard
It shows up in your VNumbr inbox seconds later.
Permanent or OTP number for Deliveroo?
| Permanent number for Deliveroo | OTP number for Deliveroo | |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Monthly or yearly plan | Once per activation |
| Price | Flat, yearly is cheapest per month | From $0.63 per code |
| Codes it can receive | Unlimited SMS | One code |
| Later sign-ins and recovery | Keeps working while you renew | Released after use |
| Best for | A Deliveroo account you will keep | A one-off Deliveroo signup |
| Refund | See refund policy | Full refund if cancelled before an SMS arrives |
Deliveroo is available as a single-use OTP number in 142 countries right now. Choose OTP only when you are certain you will never need another code from the account.
Keeping your Deliveroo account secure
- Only share codes inside the app.
- Check the driver and vehicle details before starting a trip.
- Keep the number updated in your profile.
- Use in-app calling where available.
Deliveroo code not arriving? Check this
- 1Wait a couple of minutes. Most codes arrive within seconds, but carriers and apps can delay them.
- 2Check the number was entered with the correct country code and no extra digits.
- 3Request the code again only after the app allows it. Repeated requests can trigger a temporary block.
- 4Confirm the message is not a voice call option. VNumbr numbers receive SMS only.
- 5Look in your VNumbr inbox first. It shows every message in real time.
- 6These apps are strongly country-specific. Choose a number from the market where you use the app.
- 7Driver and courier accounts can require additional local documents.
How VNumbr works
Choose a country
Pick where the number should be based. The prefix tells apps where you are.
Pay in crypto or wallet
Cryptomus, NOWPayments or your balance. Email-only signup, no ID.
Use it for verification
Enter the number where the app asks and request the SMS code.
Read it in your inbox
Messages appear in your dashboard in real time and through the API.
Worth knowing
Deliveroo's verification and messaging systems vary by market, and it can flag a number it considers high-risk. A real carrier number is the safer starting point in every region it operates.
- Real carrier numbers, not VoIP or temporary lines
- Pay by crypto or wallet balance
- Your number stays private — never shared with the carrier or other third parties
- Monthly or yearly plans, yearly is cheapest per month
Choose a country for Deliveroo
Only need Deliveroo once?
A permanent number above is for keeping this Deliveroo account long-term. For a single verification code instead, VNumbr also sells OTP numbers billed per activation.
Using VNumbr with Deliveroo: what to expect
A VNumbr number is a permanent line allocated on a real mobile network and assigned to your account. You choose the country, pick a monthly or yearly plan and pay in cryptocurrency or from your wallet balance. Once payment is confirmed the number is activated automatically, and every text message sent to it, including a verification code from Deliveroo, appears in your dashboard inbox in real time.
The number stays yours for as long as you keep it renewed. You can switch on auto-renew from your wallet balance so it never lapses, which matters for Deliveroo because sign-in checks and account recovery can ask for a fresh code months or years after you first registered. Yearly plans work out cheaper per month, and the price shown across the site is always that lower per-month figure.
Your privacy matters to us. VNumbr does not share your data with third parties or with the mobile network operator, and the messages in your inbox are visible only to you. If you want the most private checkout available, pay through one of the cryptocurrency gateways. Card and PayPal payments are planned for a later release. If anything looks wrong with an order, open a ticket from the Support page or email [email protected] and we will help.
Deliveroo number: common questions
Will I still get delivery status texts?
Yes, since the number receives SMS normally — Deliveroo's order updates arrive the same way they would on any mobile number.
Can riders use this number for the rider app too?
Yes, rider accounts verify by SMS the same way customer accounts do.
What if my number lapses between orders?
Update Deliveroo with a new number before that happens, or you may need to re-verify from scratch.
Do I need my own phone number to use Deliveroo?
No. Deliveroo only needs a number that can receive an SMS, so a VNumbr number can stand in for your personal SIM. Each app still decides which numbers it accepts.
How much does a number for Deliveroo cost?
Permanent numbers start from about $3.99 per month on the yearly plan, and prices vary by country. A single-use OTP number for Deliveroo starts from about $0.63.
How fast does the Deliveroo code arrive?
Codes normally appear in your dashboard within seconds of the app sending them. If nothing arrives after a couple of minutes, wait for the app's resend timer and try again.
Which country should I pick for Deliveroo?
Choose the country that matches where the account or audience is based, or the country Deliveroo expects for your region. If it makes no difference, compare monthly prices.
A number for Deliveroo, ready in moments.
Pay in crypto or from your wallet balance, and keep it for as long as you renew.