Virtual Phone Numbers

Are They Right for You or Your Business?

Virtual phone numbers eliminate the physical limitations of traditional telephone communications, giving your business the versatility and mobility it needs to thrive. With low costs, simple set-up, and ultimate flexibility, utilizing a virtual phone number just makes sense.

A virtual phone number is a working telephone number that is not tied to any physical location or device. Calls to a virtual number can be set up to route to mobile devices, physical office phones, software-based “softphones” on computers, and even other phone numbers.

A virtual business phone number for business works over the internet rather than through traditional telephone providers and can do everything a traditional number can do and more.

The technology used to host virtual numbers is called Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP. VoIP is a technology that routes phone calls over the internet while allowing its users to interact with users on standard telephones. VoIP calls can be made from internet-connected computers, smartphones, and select physical desktop phones.

The benefits of VoIP and virtual numbers are substantial. With no need for additional hardware, installation, or maintenance, costs are often lower than traditional phone systems, while VoIP phone features are generally far more advanced, allowing businesses to utilize intelligent call routing, cross-platform call transferring, after-hours global routing, and more. For global firms, the ability to quickly obtain local numbers in 40+ countries helps foster credibility with local customers while also keeping communications costs low.

The best way to gain access to a virtual phone number is to sign up with a trusted VoIP phone service like Zoom Phone. Zoom Phone offers businesses a simple and affordable way to modernize their communications system while combining several

aspects of business communication into one powerful platform. Zoom Phone customers can utilize voice, video and messaging communications, all in one intuitive app – from virtually any device.

What’s the difference between virtual phone numbers and traditional numbers?

Virtual Phone Numbers

• Can be used anywhere in the world
• Can be used on almost any device
• Can be set up to route calls to other devices or other numbers automatically
• Allows you to use your personal smartphone without giving out your own number
• Requires no hardware – low-cost and versatile
• Can be routed globally to reach available personnel, 24/7

Traditional Phone Numbers

• Tied to a specific geographical location
• Tied to a specific device
• Call routing options are limited
• You can use your personal number but there’s no way to separate business and personal
• Requires expensive hardware for each new phone number
• Global routing options limited

Why switch to virtual phone numbers?

Virtual numbers free you from the restraints of physical phone lines, giving you enhanced versatility, mobility, and connectivity – all at a lower price than traditional phone systems.

Take calls anywhere, from any connected device

With a virtual phone number you can stay connected wherever you go and on whatever device you wish to use. Take calls on your physical office phone or your smartphone at home during the day. You can even delegate work calls to a coworker while you are on vacation.

Easily port over existing numbers

For most businesses, keeping existing phone numbers active is very important. Fortunately, porting over existing numbers is easy with Phone. With Phone, you can keep the number your business contacts already know while enjoying the advanced features and versatility of a virtual business number.

Easily add or remove users

With VoIP service, administrators can easily add, remove, or modify Phone users, licenses, calling plans, and phone numbers through a single admin dashboard. Unlike traditional phone systems, changes can be made instantly and without the need for expensive hardware.

Advanced functionality on any device

With Phone, businesses can leverage all the advanced functionality of the Our platform on almost any device. Make crystal-clear voice calls, collaborate with