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Local Number Portability
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Local
Number Portability (LNP)
LNP allows customers in the US to keep their current telephone
number when switching between standard telephone service providers
and to or from VoIP service providers.
Although we make every effort to work with the numerous telephone
service providers across the United States, certain local or
regional regulations may prevent the release of your current
number. In such cases a new number provided by VoiceTelOne is
required to subscribe to our service.
What is Number Portability?
Number Portability, also known as Local Number Portability (LNP),
allows most U.S. consumers to switch phone service providers and
keep their current phone number.
Why chose to keep my current phone
number?
Keeping your current phone number will eliminate the inconvenience
of having to change numbers, this is one of the biggest reasons
consumers don't like to switch between carriers. Important
Benefits:
- No need to memorize a new phone
number.
- No need to notify family, friends and
other contacts of your new number.
- No need to change stationary, business
cards, or other printed materials.
Can I switch my number to my new
location?
Yes. Differing from traditional telecom service providers, our
services are as mobile as you are. With all our accounts you can
keep your phone numbers from another city regardless of where you
are located. That is one of the great benefits of VoiceTelOne
broadband phone services.
How do I transfer my current phone
number to VoiceTelOne?
When placing your order, select "Keep my existing number". On a
subsequent screen you will be asked a few questions pertaining to
your current telephone service. We will then check to see if LNP
is available for your current number.
How long will it take to switch my number?
In most cases, it will take about 2-3 weeks to switch your current
home telephone number, or wireless number over. Be prepared
however for delays to occur.
What if my current number fails to
make the switch?
A VoiceTelOne representative will contact you if the switch is
denied or severely delayed by your current telephone service
provider.
Is there a charge for Number
Portability?
At this time, there is no charge to port your current phone number
over to VoiceTelOne VoIP service. Keep in mind though, your
previous telephone service provider may charge an early
termination fee if you break an existing contract.
I want to transfer my old number, but
it was disconnected some time ago.
We are not able to port a number that you do not currently "own"
or is "not is service" for any number of reasons. In this case, a
new number provided by VoiceTelOne would be required to subscribe
to our service.
Can I take my number with me if I
switch my service away from VoiceTelOne?
Yes, numbers can be ported from VoiceTelOne to any other telephone
or VoIP service provider. You will have to contact your new
service provider to initiate the process.
Can I determine if my number is
portable before signing up with VoiceTelOne?
Yes. During the online signup process or using our availability
tool, you simply enter your current number and we will determine
if your current number is portable.
If I switch my number to VoiceTelOne,
do I need to cancel my account with my previous provider?
Your previous telephone service provider will automatically
terminate your account when the switch is made. You may receive a
final billing from that provider that includes any balance owed.
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