SMS-Activate stopped operations in December 2025. If your scripts, reseller panel, or manual workflow still references SMS-Activate, you need a single replacement platform — not a scatter of marketplaces.
Proxnum is an independent provider with its own number inventory, refund rules, rentals, and a documented reseller API. This guide covers migration from SMS-Activate only — compare Proxnum head-to-head with what you lost, then move in one afternoon.
Proxnum vs what SMS-Activate offered
| Capability | Proxnum | SMS-Activate (legacy) |
|---|---|---|
| Status 2026 | Active | Shut down |
| Countries | 200+ | Was 180+ |
| Auto-refund if no SMS | Yes | Was yes |
| Number rentals | Yes | Was limited |
| Reseller / white-label | Yes | Was no |
| Telegram bot reselling | Yes | Was no |
Migration checklist
- Create a Proxnum account and fund your wallet (crypto, card, M-Pesa where available).
- Map old country/service codes using the country directory and service directory.
- Replace API calls with the Proxnum Reseller API — purchase, poll, and finish flows are documented.
- Test one disposable activation, then one rental if you need multi-step OTP.
- Point resellers to your white-label or Telegram bot if you run a downstream business.
Need a dedicated comparison page? See SMS-Activate alternative — Proxnum comparison.