Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

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Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by MazdaSpeed »

This used to not be a problem but recently has became one. I used to use my Fongo number for both Whatsapp and Viber with no problem but when I tried porting these accounts on to my newly bought LG G3, the confirmation texts will not be received on my Fongo number. I do have a Canadian texting package but am I not able to receive international texts?
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by bongio »

I have the same problem. I understand that fongo mobile doesn't support short code SMS, however when I select 'call me' instead of SMS verification, I never receive a call.

I have tried this on both a wifi connection and a cellular connection, and both have failed.
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

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i am having the exact same issue. i had it all along on my iphone bought a new phone and fongo wont receive the verification call or text message from whatsapp! anyone know how to fix this??
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whatsapp not working!

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i am having the exact same issue as others. i had whatsapp connected through Fongo all along on my iphone bought a new android phone and fongo wont receive the verification call or text message from whatsapp! anyone know how to fix this??
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

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there really needs to be way around this
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

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Switched to voip.ms and verification worked right away. Fongo uses 'virtual' phone numbers, so I don't think they can fix this problem.
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Post by rez »

Duplicate
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by rez »

Hello Fongo,

I am experiencing same issue. I used to have WhatsApp Viber Tango Line with my Fongo number for years working perfectly. Now, I got a new phone and tried to activate WhatsApp but I don't receive text or call at all. Can you help please... That's the main way my friends keep in touch with me! Thank you.
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by FONGO_jeff »

We do not allow verification texts or calls from the services mentioned in this thread.
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by Pony »

Hello FONGO_Jeff,

>>>We do not allow verification texts or calls from the services mentioned in this thread.
Why you (FONGO) do not allow verification texts anymore?
Can you explain?

It seems like you have allowed that in the past. What has changed?

Is there another provider that allows verification texts?

Thank you!
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Re: Whatsapp and Viber confirmation texts

Post by Liptonbrisk »

Please do not send me emails; I do not work for nor represent Freephoneline or Fongo. Post questions on the forums so that others may learn from responses or assist you. Thank you. If you have an issue with your account or have a billing issue, submit a ticket here: https://support.fongo.com/hc/requests/new. Visit http://status.fongo.com/ to check FPL/Fongo service status. Freephoneline setup guides can be found at http://forum.fongo.com/viewforum.php?f=15.