# Phone Number Active Status Checker - Bulk Validation (`clearpath/phone-number-active-checker`) Actor Check phone numbers in bulk for active, inactive, or unknown status. Clean call lists, cut SMS bounce rates, and verify leads. Upload CSV/XLSX or paste up to 100,000 numbers per run and export results to CSV, JSON, or Excel. - **URL**: https://apify.com/clearpath/phone-number-active-checker.md - **Developed by:** [ClearPath](https://apify.com/clearpath) (community) - **Categories:** Lead generation, Developer tools - **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks - **User rating**: No ratings yet ## Pricing from $6.99 / 1,000 number checkeds This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events. Since this Actor supports Apify Store discounts, the price gets lower the higher subscription plan you have. Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/platform/actors/running/actors-in-store#pay-per-event ## What's an Apify Actor? Actors are a software tools running on the Apify platform, for all kinds of web data extraction and automation use cases. In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours, and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store. In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server. Actors are written with capital "A". ## How to integrate an Actor? If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects. You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready. The best way to integrate Actors is as follows. In JavaScript/TypeScript projects, use official [JavaScript/TypeScript client](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js.md): ```bash npm install apify-client ``` In Python projects, use official [Python client library](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python.md): ```bash pip install apify-client ``` In shell scripts, use [Apify CLI](https://docs.apify.com/cli/docs.md): ````bash # MacOS / Linux curl -fsSL https://apify.com/install-cli.sh | bash # Windows irm https://apify.com/install-cli.ps1 | iex ```bash In AI frameworks, you might use the [Apify MCP server](https://docs.apify.com/platform/integrations/mcp.md). If your project is in a different language, use the [REST API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2.md). For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below. For more details, see Apify documentation as [Markdown index](https://docs.apify.com/llms.txt) and [Markdown full-text](https://docs.apify.com/llms-full.txt). # README ## Phone Number Active Status Checker Check phone numbers in bulk for **carrier-level active status**. The actor processes **2,000 to 100,000 unique numbers per run**. Larger inputs are deduped, then trimmed to the first 100,000 unique normalized numbers. Each number returns one of three statuses: `active`, `inactive`, or `unknown`. Use it to **clean call lists**, **validate leads before outreach**, **reduce SMS bounce rates**, and keep CRM phone data fresh.
Check up to 100,000 phone numbers per run for active, inactive, or unknown carrier status in one result file.
 
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#### Copy to your AI assistant ```` clearpath/phone-number-active-checker on Apify. Bulk carrier-level phone status checks returning active, inactive, or unknown per number. Call ApifyClient("TOKEN").actor("clearpath/phone-number-active-checker").call(run\_input={...}), then client.dataset(run\["defaultDatasetId"]).list\_items().items. Real runs need testMode=false and 2,000-100,000 unique numbers via phoneNumbers or csvFile. Full spec: GET https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/clearpath~phone-number-active-checker/builds/default (Bearer TOKEN) β†’ inputSchema, actorDefinition.storages.dataset, readme. Token: https://console.apify.com/account/integrations ```` ### Quick Start Preview sample output without charges: ```json { "testMode": true, "phoneNumbers": ["+14155552671"] } ```` Check a direct list: ```json { "testMode": false, "phoneNumbers": [ "+14155552671", "+442071234567" ], "onlyActiveNumbers": false } ``` Upload CSV/XLSX and apply a default country code: ```json { "testMode": false, "csvFile": "uploaded-file.csv", "defaultCountryCode": "1", "onlyActiveNumbers": true } ``` ### Input For real runs, at least one of `phoneNumbers` or `csvFile` is required. The actor is fully hosted on Apify. You provide phone numbers or an uploaded file; no extra credentials are required. | Parameter | Type | Description | |-----------|------|-------------| | `testMode` | boolean | Returns sample output without checking real numbers or charging credits. | | `phoneNumbers` | array | Phone numbers with country code. Real runs require at least 2,000 unique numbers and process the first 100,000 after dedupe. | | `csvFile` | string | Uploaded CSV or Excel file with phone numbers. | | `defaultCountryCode` | string | Country code to prepend to numbers without a `+` prefix. | | `onlyActiveNumbers` | boolean | Output only numbers where `activeStatus` is `active`. | #### CSV/Excel File Requirements - **Supported formats**: `.csv`, `.xlsx` - **Delimiters**: Comma, semicolon, tab, pipe (auto-detected) - **Column detection**: Automatically finds phone columns including: - Standard: `phone`, `mobile`, `cell`, `tel`, `telephone`, `whatsapp` - Variations: `phone number`, `mobile number`, `cell phone`, `contact number` - CRM exports: `mobile phone`, `direct phone`, `work phone`, `personal phone`, `primary phone` - International: `telefon`, `telefono`, `tΓ©lΓ©phone`, `celular`, `handy` - **No headers?** Scans content to find phone-like columns automatically ### Output ```json { "phoneNumber": "+14155552671", "originalInput": "+1 415 555 2671", "countryCode": "US", "isValidFormat": true, "activeStatus": "active", "isActive": true, "checkedAt": "2026-06-09T08:00:00Z" } ``` ### Output Fields | Field | Description | |-------|-------------| | `phoneNumber` | Normalized E.164 phone number. | | `originalInput` | Original value supplied by the user. | | `countryCode` | Detected country code. | | `isValidFormat` | Whether the number has a 7-15 digit format. | | `activeStatus` | `active`, `inactive`, or `unknown`. | | `isActive` | `true` when active, `false` when inactive, `null` when unknown. | | `checkedAt` | ISO timestamp of the check. | ### Pricing The actor uses pay-per-event pricing with one `number_checked` event per checked number. Current planned rates per 1,000 checked numbers: | Plan | Price per 1,000 | |------|----------------:| | No subscription / Bronze | $11.99 / $9.90 | | Silver | $7.99 | | Gold and above | $6.99 | Duplicates are removed before checking, so you pay for unique numbers checked. ### Notes - `unknown` means the status could not be determined for that number; it still counts as a checked number. - Uploaded CSV/XLSX files can use common phone columns such as `phone`, `mobile`, or `telephone`. - `onlyActiveNumbers` filters output rows, but billing still applies to every checked number. *** ### FAQ **Q: How accurate are the results?** A: Statuses reflect carrier-level reachability at the time of the check. **Q: What countries are supported?** A: Worldwide. Numbers must include a country code, or set `defaultCountryCode` for national-format lists. **Q: How fast is it?** A: A 2,000-number batch typically completes within a few minutes. Larger batches scale accordingly. **Q: What about duplicates?** A: Auto-removed after normalization. You are only charged for unique numbers. **Q: What does `unknown` mean?** A: The status could not be determined for that number. It still counts as a checked number. **Q: Is there a minimum batch size?** A: Yes, 2,000 unique numbers per run. The maximum is 100,000. *** ### πŸ“§ Support - **Email**: max@mapa.slmail.me - **Feature Requests**: Email or submit via issues - **Response Time**: Typically within 24 hours *** ### Legal This actor checks carrier-level phone number status. Users are responsible for complying with applicable data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA) when processing phone number lists. # Actor input Schema ## `testMode` (type: `boolean`): Return sample records without checking real numbers or charging credits.

Disable this for real runs. ## `phoneNumbers` (type: `array`): Add phone numbers with country code, for example +14155552671.

Real runs require at least 2,000 unique numbers after duplicate removal. Oversized inputs are trimmed to the first 100,000 unique normalized numbers. ## `csvFile` (type: `string`): Upload a CSV or Excel .xlsx file containing phone numbers.

The actor detects common phone columns such as phone, mobile, telephone, and whatsapp.

Tip: Use the upload button above for best results. Files you upload here, and files in your own Apify storage, are read automatically. For a link to a private Key-Value Store in another account, make the store public or re-upload the file here. ## `defaultCountryCode` (type: `string`): Country code to prepend when a number does not start with +.

Examples: 1 for US/Canada, 44 for UK, 91 for India. ## `onlyActiveNumbers` (type: `boolean`): Output only numbers where activeStatus is active.

Billing still applies to every checked number. ## Actor input object example ```json { "testMode": true, "phoneNumbers": [ "+14155552671" ], "onlyActiveNumbers": false } ``` # Actor output Schema ## `results` (type: `string`): No description # API You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup. ## JavaScript example ```javascript import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client'; // Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token // Replace the '' with your token const client = new ApifyClient({ token: '', }); // Prepare Actor input const input = { "testMode": true, "phoneNumbers": [ "+14155552671" ] }; // Run the Actor and wait for it to finish const run = await client.actor("clearpath/phone-number-active-checker").call(input); // Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any) console.log('Results from dataset'); console.log(`πŸ’Ύ Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`); const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems(); items.forEach((item) => { console.dir(item); }); // πŸ“š Want to learn more πŸ“–? Go to β†’ https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs ``` ## Python example ```python from apify_client import ApifyClient # Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token # Replace '' with your token. client = ApifyClient("") # Prepare the Actor input run_input = { "testMode": True, "phoneNumbers": ["+14155552671"], } # Run the Actor and wait for it to finish run = client.actor("clearpath/phone-number-active-checker").call(run_input=run_input) # Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any) print("πŸ’Ύ Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/" + run["defaultDatasetId"]) for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items(): print(item) # πŸ“š Want to learn more πŸ“–? Go to β†’ https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start ``` ## CLI example ```bash echo '{ "testMode": true, "phoneNumbers": [ "+14155552671" ] }' | apify call clearpath/phone-number-active-checker --silent --output-dataset ``` ## MCP server setup ```json { "mcpServers": { "apify": { "command": "npx", "args": [ "mcp-remote", "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=clearpath/phone-number-active-checker", "--header", "Authorization: Bearer " ] } } } ``` ## OpenAPI specification ```json { "openapi": "3.0.1", "info": { "title": "Phone Number Active Status Checker - Bulk Validation", "description": "Check phone numbers in bulk for active, inactive, or unknown status. Clean call lists, cut SMS bounce rates, and verify leads. Upload CSV/XLSX or paste up to 100,000 numbers per run and export results to CSV, JSON, or Excel.", "version": "0.0", "x-build-id": "TxaxocLOKbOTKnB28" }, "servers": [ { "url": "https://api.apify.com/v2" } ], "paths": { "/acts/clearpath~phone-number-active-checker/run-sync-get-dataset-items": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-get-dataset-items-clearpath-phone-number-active-checker", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for its completion, and returns Actor's dataset items in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } }, "/acts/clearpath~phone-number-active-checker/runs": { "post": { "operationId": "runs-sync-clearpath-phone-number-active-checker", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor and returns information about the initiated run in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK", "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/runsResponseSchema" } } } } } } }, "/acts/clearpath~phone-number-active-checker/run-sync": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-clearpath-phone-number-active-checker", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for completion, and returns the OUTPUT from Key-value store in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } } }, "components": { "schemas": { "inputSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "testMode": { "title": "Test Mode", "type": "boolean", "description": "Return sample records without checking real numbers or charging credits.

Disable this for real runs.", "default": false }, "phoneNumbers": { "title": "Phone Numbers", "minItems": 1, "maxItems": 100000, "type": "array", "description": "Add phone numbers with country code, for example +14155552671.

Real runs require at least 2,000 unique numbers after duplicate removal. Oversized inputs are trimmed to the first 100,000 unique normalized numbers.", "items": { "type": "string" } }, "csvFile": { "title": "CSV/Excel File", "type": "string", "description": "Upload a CSV or Excel .xlsx file containing phone numbers.

The actor detects common phone columns such as phone, mobile, telephone, and whatsapp.

Tip: Use the upload button above for best results. Files you upload here, and files in your own Apify storage, are read automatically. For a link to a private Key-Value Store in another account, make the store public or re-upload the file here." }, "defaultCountryCode": { "title": "Default Country Code", "type": "string", "description": "Country code to prepend when a number does not start with +.

Examples: 1 for US/Canada, 44 for UK, 91 for India." }, "onlyActiveNumbers": { "title": "Only Active Numbers", "type": "boolean", "description": "Output only numbers where activeStatus is active.

Billing still applies to every checked number.", "default": false } } }, "runsResponseSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "data": { "type": "object", "properties": { "id": { "type": "string" }, "actId": { "type": "string" }, "userId": { "type": "string" }, "startedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "finishedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "status": { "type": "string", "example": "READY" }, "meta": { "type": "object", "properties": { "origin": { "type": "string", "example": "API" }, "userAgent": { "type": "string" } } }, "stats": { "type": "object", "properties": { "inputBodyLen": { "type": "integer", "example": 2000 }, "rebootCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "restartCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "resurrectCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "computeUnits": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } }, "options": { "type": "object", "properties": { "build": { "type": "string", "example": "latest" }, "timeoutSecs": { "type": "integer", "example": 300 }, "memoryMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 1024 }, "diskMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 2048 } } }, "buildId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultKeyValueStoreId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultDatasetId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultRequestQueueId": { "type": "string" }, "buildNumber": { "type": "string", "example": "1.0.0" }, "containerUrl": { "type": "string" }, "usage": { "type": "object", "properties": { "ACTOR_COMPUTE_UNITS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 1 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_LISTS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_INTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_EXTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_RESIDENTIAL_TRANSFER_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_SERPS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } }, "usageTotalUsd": { "type": "number", "example": 0.00005 }, "usageUsd": { "type": "object", "properties": { "ACTOR_COMPUTE_UNITS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_WRITES": { "type": "number", "example": 0.00005 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_LISTS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_INTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_EXTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_RESIDENTIAL_TRANSFER_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_SERPS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } } } } } } } } } ```