How do I install the mcp mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `PLATFONE_API_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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MCP Server — platfone-com/mcp

MCP server for virtual phone number verification — SMS activations for AI agents via Claude, Cursor, VS Code Copilot

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What is the MCP Server?

MCP server for virtual phone number verification — SMS activations for AI agents via Claude, Cursor, VS Code Copilot

What it actually does

Platfone provides virtual phone numbers for account verification, testing, and automation workflows. The Platfone MCP server enables AI agents to obtain temporary numbers and receive SMS messages from MCP-compatible clients like Claude, VS Code Copilot, Codex, etc.

Order numbers autonomously by country and service name
Wait for SMS codes
Retry or cancel activations

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
get_balance	Check account balance: total, reserved, and available funds.
check_price	Check pricing and availability for a country + service pair before ordering.
order_number	Order a virtual phone number. Accepts names ("Israel") or IDs ("il"). Returns activation_id + phone.
check_sms	Poll activation state. Returns SMS code when received, or current status with polling instructions.
retry_activation	Request another SMS on the same number. Free of charge.
cancel_activation	Cancel an active activation before SMS is received. Refunds reserved amount.

How to install the MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "platfone-com": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@platfone/mcp"],
      "env": {
        "PLATFONE_API_KEY": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
PLATFONE_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP to get balance.”
“Use MCP to check price.”
“Use MCP to order number.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for virtual phone number verification — SMS activations for AI agents via Claude, Cursor, VS Code Copilot Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.