# Activation

In number marketplaces, an activation is one purchase of a temporary number for one service: the number is reserved, receives the code, and the order is closed.

## What is Activation?

In number marketplaces, an activation is one purchase of a temporary number for one service: the number is reserved, receives the code, and the order is closed.

## Lifecycle

- Reserved: price frozen on your balance.
- Waiting: the app sends the SMS.
- Delivered: the code appears; the amount is charged.
- Cancelled or expired: no SMS, amount released.

Source: https://smsnitro.com/glossary/activation