What to do if you can't receive the verification code for Telegram +86?#
This is usually due to network restrictions or carrier interception. Solutions include:
- Using a VPN service to improve network connectivity.
- Using an international VoIP service number to receive the verification code.
- Trying to change the network environment (such as switching to Wi-Fi).
- Using a virtual phone number from a virtual receiving platform to receive the verification code.
For users with a +86 phone number in mainland China, understanding why the Telegram verification code is sometimes not received and its receiving mechanism is crucial for the smooth use of Telegram.
Why can't +86 numbers in mainland China receive Telegram verification codes?#
- Network restrictions: Mainland China has access restrictions to certain overseas services, which may affect the sending and receiving of verification codes.
- Carrier interception: Some mobile carriers in mainland China may automatically intercept SMS messages from overseas, including Telegram verification codes.
- Network congestion: Since international SMS usually needs to pass through multiple network nodes, delays or losses may occur due to network congestion.
- Phone number issues: If the phone number is incorrect or there are issues like unpaid bills or service suspension, it may also affect the receipt of verification codes.
Basic mechanism for receiving Telegram verification codes#
- Requesting a verification code: When users register or log in to Telegram and enter their phone number, the system will automatically send a verification code.
- Sending mechanism: Verification codes are usually sent via SMS, but users can also choose to receive a voice verification code via phone.
- Receiving and entering: Users need to enter the verification code into the Telegram app after receiving it to complete the verification.
- Timeout and resend: If the verification code is not received within a certain time, users can request a resend.
Solutions for not receiving Telegram verification codes for +86#
Check network and phone settings#
- Check network connection: Ensure your phone is connected to a stable network. Wi-Fi is generally recommended over mobile data, as some mobile networks may restrict receiving international SMS.
- Disable SMS filtering or interception features: Check if your phone has SMS filtering or interception features enabled, especially for international SMS.
- Check phone security software: Some security software or apps may block or automatically filter SMS from unknown sources.
Check if the VPN is functioning properly#
Since Telegram servers are blocked, registration needs to be done in a circumvention environment. At this time, you can visit the Telegram official website in your browser to check if the VPN is functioning properly. Generally, issues with not receiving verification SMS are often due to the VPN not being properly activated or the VPN server being unreachable.
Well-known overseas VPNs like ExpressVPN, VyprVPN, and NordVPN are often targeted by the GFW, so they are not recommended. Currently, using airport nodes to bypass restrictions is popular; you can check Telegram airport recommendations, which provides several VPN airport service providers specifically for users in mainland China.
Change the IP address of the VPN airport#
The IP address of the VPN airport you are using is also crucial. Some node IPs may be identified as high-risk IPs, and using these IP addresses to access Telegram will not trigger SMS verification, resulting in not receiving the verification code. In this case, simply switching the IP address used to access Telegram should resolve the issue.
If you find it troublesome, you can directly contact QQ: 3826204418 or QQ: 112443333 to purchase VPN services.
When an IP address is recorded by Telegram as high-risk, it only affects receiving verification codes, and there is no further impact on daily use.
Switch clients#
Some Android users have reported that they cannot receive verification codes using the default Telegram client, but can receive them normally when switching to the Telegram X client. Android users who cannot receive verification codes might want to try different clients.
If you still cannot receive the verification code after multiple attempts, directly clicking the option in the client for not receiving the verification code will automatically create an email to Telegram's official customer service. Generally, trying to log in again after a few hours will allow you to receive the verification code normally.
Use a virtual phone number to receive the verification code#
You can use a virtual phone number provided by a receiving platform to complete the verification code reception. A well-known receiving platform is SMS ACTIVATE for receiving Telegram verification codes with overseas phone numbers. Although using a receiving platform's phone number can successfully complete registration, since it is a temporary virtual phone number, it is still recommended to change it to your own phone number after registration.
If you find it troublesome, you can directly contact QQ: 3826204418 or QQ: 112443333 to purchase virtual receiving services.
Other issues#
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Telegram has not blocked Chinese phone numbers#
Telegram has not restricted Chinese users from registering accounts. The issue of receiving verification codes with Chinese phone numbers is related to the carrier, but generally, it only delays for a few minutes, so just wait a moment.
Restrictions on +86 accounts by Telegram#
Resolving restrictions on +86 accounts is very simple; just send a message to the Telegram official bot @Spambot and follow the instructions to lift the restriction. This process may take a few hours to take effect.