How to get a Free online phone number!

When 1G was launched in 1980s, the world transformed. Even if the connectivity was static and lacked in many other aspects, it was still considered an innovative technology. Even before that, many people didn’t receive the novel invention of telephone with open arms and saw the new machine with suspicion.

Over time, people came to realize how transformational the new technology can be! What started as a luxury, phones have now become a necessity in today’s world. From handset phones to keypad ones with single SIM card slot to touch screen phones, we have come a long way. And now is the era for online SIM.

What is an online SIM? How is it different from virtual phone number?

Online SIMs or more generally called as E-SIMs are one of the newest innovations in the cellphone technology. It allows users to harness a proper mobile network without a physical sim card. These digital SIMs can be used to hold 2 SIMs on the same smart phone (mostly iPhone) even if there is only one slot for sim card.

Telecom companies allow users these days to convert their physical SIMs to e-SIMs easily. If you wish to convert your Airtel physical SIM card to an e-SIM, you can raise the request here.

People often confuse online SIM with a virtual phone number or online number. Although, the online SIM card has its own number, it is not necessarily called as a virtual phone number.

Virtual Phone number

Virtual phone number, as the name suggests, is an online number different from your private or regular number. It can be used to make free calls worldwide with a good internet connection.

The mode of connection here is not any mobile network specifically. It doesn’t use direct telephone line too. One can define it is as a direct access number which is not connected to any SIM card company or a physical company. Virtual phone numbers are used to make online phone calls to people worldwide.

This online mobile number is a free mobile number which is generated randomly using certain apps and websites. Virtual numbers can be set up extremely easily without any technological knowledge. We will discuss the procedure further for your understanding.

Here are a few features of a virtual phone number:

• Calls can be made worldwide
• The free number phone allows free calls
• You can answer and receive calls using an app or website dedicated for virtual number calls
• Doesn’t need a dedicated physical or esim
• Uses VoIP technology to place calls (Voice Over Internet Protocol)
• Direct calls to another network and receive voicemails on your mail

How can you benefit on a personal level with a virtual phone number?

A virtual phone number can help you on an individual level to a great extent.

Today, everyone’s data is at risk. Every data, every survey form you fill online with your personal details is used by firms to analyze your needs, target their marketing as per your preferences, and pretty much control your consumer experience online.

Also, let’s be honest; we all are tired of getting promotional mails and texts from companies you never subscribed to! If you want to avoid sharing your personal number for such marketing campaigns, you can use a free online phone number to fill these lead forms. If there is a verification process including OTP is involved, you can receive the OTP on the app. (the app used to generate the free online number). This feature will be available only with apps or websites that provide free SMS service with their free call services.

By keeping your personal number safe, you can avoid calls from unverified sources and use this technology as your personal ‘burner’ device!

How can your business benefit with a Virtual Phone number system?

The benefits of a virtual phone number system are not limited to individual use. It proves to be one of the best connectivity systems for both small and large-scale businesses.

Read on to know more.

Phone numbers which are consistent

Today, many businesses hire employees who work from remote locations. If sales calls are made using their personal or local numbers, each business call with have different area codes and inconsistent prefixes. This can hamper your credibility with your customers and isn’t a good picture for your brand.

Virtual Phone numbers give a professional identity to your business operations and help in conversions.

Secure communication channels

Keeping employees’ personal details safe is the most important part of your job. Virtual Phone numbers contribute to the same.

With this system in place, your employees can keep their personal phone numbers concealed. All the calls made using VoIP technology are encrypted. Additionally, the virtual phone system can be set up easily and is affordable for businesses.

How to get a free mobile number for personal use?

It is quite easy to get a free phone number.  Various apps are built for the same purpose.

You can look for the best options available in your area online and install the same.

• Your set-up process will involve filling your personal number in the app
• You will have to verify the same with an OTP sent to your personal number
• Post this, you will be assigned an online number. You can choose the area code too
• The app is a phone log system like that of your phone. You can check your call logs, save numbers, and make repeat calls using your online contact number

You can use these apps to get an online Indian number for yourself and your small business (preferably e-commerce business).

After setup, you can make unlimited free phone calls online. Moreover, you can also receive calls online for free with the app.

Factors to consider before using an app for taking free online mobile number

• Have a convenient setup process
• Free SMS service included
• Offer good quality calls without frequent call drops
• Come with extensive call management features like call recording, forwarding, voice mails, screening, etc.
• Reliability
• Good customer support

How can Airtel assist you?

If you want to keep your personal and professional calls separate, you can go for an alternate Airtel prepaid sim.

Either port number (from another network) to Airtel or go for a new physical or e-SIM with us. We offer best connectivity and talk-time plans. Head over to our official website or download the Airtel Thanks app to view all our value-for-money prepaid plans for your new alternate business number.

Check out our prepaid plans today to experience the best network connectivity ever! Get the sim delivered to your doorstep for free.