Phone Numbers

Virtual Phone Numbers

Buy virtual numbers, use them as caller ID, and manage your subscriptions.

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Virtual numbers are phone numbers you can use as caller ID without needing a physical phone line. They work entirely in the cloud.

Why Use Virtual Numbers?

  • Local presence — Get numbers from different countries
  • Professional caller ID — Show a dedicated business number
  • Multiple numbers — Use different numbers for different purposes

Perfect for businesses wanting local presence in multiple markets.

Buying a Virtual Number

  1. Go to Numbers in the sidebar
  2. Click Buy Number
  3. Select country and preferences
  4. Browse available numbers
  5. Click Purchase

Numbers activate immediately and can be used right away.

Using as Caller ID

  1. Open the Dialer
  2. Click the Caller ID dropdown
  3. Select your virtual number
  4. Make your call

The recipient sees your virtual number on their caller ID.

Subscription & Pricing

FeatureDetails
BillingMonthly subscription per number
RenewalAutomatic each month
Call costsSeparate per-minute charges
CancellationAnytime, effective end of period

Released numbers cannot be recovered. The number becomes available to others after release.

Managing Numbers

View all your numbers on the Numbers page:

  • Phone number and country
  • Status (active/inactive)
  • Monthly price
  • Next renewal date

To release a number, click Release and confirm. It stays active until the billing period ends.

Number Types

TypeBest ForCost
LocalBusiness presenceLower
Toll-freeCustomer supportHigher
MobilePersonal useVaries

Tips

  • Choose numbers where your customers are located
  • Keep unused numbers released to save on fees
  • Use different numbers for different purposes

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