Phone Numbers
Instantly buy local, mobile, and toll-free numbers in more than 65 countries using Plivo’s API and console.
Enable Your Applications With Phone Numbers in Minutes
Call Forwarding
Forward calls to another phone, such as your home or office number.
Conference Call
Connect multiple people in a secure voice call.
Voicemail
Record important customer information while you’re away.
SMS Autoresponder
Automatically respond to your customers while you’re away.
Scalable Cloud IVR
Build powerful multilevel IVR menus to route calls intelligently.
SMS Survey
Send and receive SMS messages to conduct surveys.
Multiple Types of Numbers to Suit Your Business Needs
Choose the best way to connect with your customers through Plivo
Toll-Free Numbers (Voice, SMS, and MMS)
Improve your brand recall with a memorable phone number
Local Numbers (Voice and SMS)
Voice and SMS-enabled numbers for localizing your business
National Numbers (Voice)
Receive nationwide voice calls at a standard cost
Mobile Numbers (Voice, SMS, and MMS)
Send and receive SMS and MMS messages with higher throughput
Short code (SMS and MMS)
Gain brand recognition for your message with higher throughput and performance
Bring Your Own Number (Voice)
Use your existing numbers on Plivo using SIP forwarding or via your own RespOrg
Powerful Features Out of the Box
Search for, buy, and activate phone numbers instantly to give your business a local presence
Coverage Across 65+ Countries
Millions of Numbers in Inventory
Unlimited Capacity
Seamless Identity Verification
Compliant in Every Country
Tested for Quality
Instant Activation
Developer-Friendly APIs
Powerful Console
Easy Number Porting
Top reasons why businesses choose Plivo
Proven Quality and Scale
With over a billion API requests every month, our globally distributed direct to carrier network and intelligent routing ensures highest SMS delivery and lowest latency for your calls.
Enterprise Grade Platform
Engineered for high availability, extreme reliability and 99.95% uptime SLA. Privacy Shield and GDPR Compliance means any business can trust Plivo with data privacy and security.
A Team That Truly Cares about Your Success
Our 24x7 premium support and a consultative customer success team, provide you with all the technical guidance and industry expertise you need, when you need it.
Lower Cost of Ownership
Receive discounted pricing from the start with simple usage based pricing where you only pay for what you use. Avail additional discounts with committed usage as you scale.
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Frequently asked questions about Phone Numbers
How much does it cost to set up a business phone number?
The cost of setting up a business phone number can vary significantly based on the type of phone system, size of the business, and the company's specific needs. Initial set up costs can vary from minimal — for VoIP systems, for instance — to potentially thousands of dollars for a traditional set up. A small business can expect to pay between $20 and $100 per month per line, depending on the chosen service type and features.
Does Plivo provide free phone numbers?
While we do not provide free numbers, we do offer trial credits for new accounts to trial our services and features. Refer to our pricing page to learn more about phone number rentals: https://www.plivo.com/virtual-phone-numbers/pricing/
What are options for business phone numbers?
There are many options for business phone numbers, including local numbers for voice and SMS; national numbers for voice; and toll-free numbers for voice, SMS, and MMS; mobile numbers for voice, SMS, and MMS; short codes for SMS and MMS; and more.
How do I get a toll-free number for my business?
You can get a toll-free number for your business through a service provider like Plivo. Simply sign up for a Plivo account and purchase one the Plivo console (Phone Numbers > Buy Numbers) or through the Plivo Toll-free Verification API.
How do I know if a phone number is owned by Twilio?
Find out if a phone number is owned by Twilio by texting the Twilio lookup bot (1-855-747-ROBO), using Twilio's Lookup API, or referring to the resources found in Twilio's helper libraries.