Cell phone numbers online. How does a virtual telephone number and other VoIP services work?

15.02.2017

Virtual number allows you to receive incoming calls and SMS to the “third” number with further forwarding them to the number of the real subscriber. Some services provide services of this kind. Also for a fee, you can send calls and SMS from virtual numbers. These numbers can be used both in business (for example, call-centers) and for personal purposes (for example, re-registration on sites where SMS confirmation is required).

Some services provide an opportunity to use virtual numbers for free once or for a certain period of time. For frequent use and the emergence of additional opportunities to work with virtual numbers will have to pay tariffs / subscriptions.

What opportunities presents virtual number:

• Receive SMS;
• Receive incoming calls;
• Sending SMS-mailing (paid service);
• Calling the customer base (paid service).

The article will discuss the features of working with three services, where you can register virtual numbers for free for a trial period.

Twilio Virtual Number Service

International platform for the provision of IP-telephony services. Most of the functionality is paid or shareware, but there is a trial period, which allows you to register a virtual number of any country for free and receive SMS and MMS messages. To use the Twilio functionality, you will need to create an account on this site.

The service is English-speaking and has no Russian translation, but has an intuitive interface, so there should be no problems with using it. In a pinch, you can translate the contents of the site through the browser’s built-in translator (this feature is available in Google Chrome and Yandex Browser). To register in the service, click “Sign up”   in the upper right corner.

Registration is not much more difficult than in any social network. You will be asked to provide the following information about yourself: name, surname, email. Next, you need to come up with a password of at least 8 characters, in the password you must use the numbers and letters of the Latin alphabet. Russian characters can not be used.

After filling in these fields, you will be asked to confirm the registration by the link in the email that came to your email. You will also need to enter your phone number, which will receive a special code to confirm registration with the service. You cannot use the same email address and phone number to re-register on the site.

In the created account, click on the button. “Get you Twilio number”further by reference “Search for a different number”where you can customize the number options. The service prompts you to select a country code (the default is US code).

It is not recommended to choose the numbers of the CIS countries for work, since the service does not work well with them. If you need a virtual number to register with Vkontakte, then you should not choose the numbers of the United States and Canada. Next, you need to specify why you need a virtual number, tick the SMS and MMS checkboxes, then start the search by pressing “Search”. In the list of found numbers, select one that you will use later.

To read incoming messages go to the tab “Logs”further in “SMS & MMS”. When the number becomes unnecessary, you can release it for someone else by going to “Numbers”   in the top menu, next in “Twilio numbers”which will contain basic information about the number. Click on the white button “Release Number”, in the upper right corner.

TextNow application

Another popular service for getting virtual numbers. On TextNow you can get one number in permanent use for free. To register you need to go to the official website or download the application on mobile phone   of Google play   Market or AppStore. The application and the site is completely in English, there is no Russian language.

You can register an account manually. you will need to enter your name, create a password and confirm the registration through a letter that came to your email, or you can register through Facebook.

There is one problem that a user from the CIS countries (more precisely, registered through the IP of these countries) may encounter - an error occurs on the server and the site / application asks to try again later. The problem is solved by re-trying registration, registration through a proxy server or the Tor network.

Virtual number is generated automatically upon completion of registration. As a rule, the generated number is the number of the country from which the IP address was registered. The default number supports incoming SMS and MMS. Incoming messages can be seen by going to the section “Conversionals”   in the left menu, and then selecting the desired number.

On the site and in the application, subject to free use, ads will be displayed to get rid of it, buy any subscription. Also, users with a subscription can create several numbers, and their functionality will be broader.

Countrycode.org website

This IP telephony service boasts a large base of available numbers from all over the world. Partially translated into several languages, including Russian. The site provides an opportunity to register a virtual number for free and use it for 10 days, after that you have to buy special subscriptions.

The numbers that are bought on coutrycode.org can be used not only to receive SMS, MMS and incoming calls, but also to send them. At the same time, it is possible to spend no more than 4 dollars per demo period on sending data from a virtual number.

The process of using the service is different from analogs, so consider it in stages:

Conclusion

In addition to these services, you can find other sites that provide the opportunity free registration   virtual numbers, including Russian. However, the services presented in this list are time-tested, work practically without failures and provide an opportunity for free use.

From 290 rubles per month

It does not matter in which country and in which city you have opened your business, sooner or later your company will work in Moscow. The first thing you have to think about is a reliable and efficient communication system and a direct Moscow number.

Benefits

Multichannel

Your employees will always be in touch, as customers will be able to dial the necessary specialists from the first time.

Free Inbox *

Incoming calls to a Moscow number are not charged. You are talking for free.

Convenient connection conditions

It is possible to issue a Moscow number both to a physical person and a legal entity.

Lack of geo-referencing

Direct Moscow number is not tied to the address, it can be connected, even if you do not have an office in Moscow.

How much is a direct Moscow number?

Considering the peculiarities of running your business, for profitable use
  Moscow city numbers and inexpensive outgoing communication, you can choose one of the tariffs.

How to connect the direct city number of Moscow?

All prices are in Russian rubles including VAT. Registration of the contract is possible for a legal entity, individual entrepreneur or individual.

To purchase the direct city virtual number of Moscow in the code +7495 or +7499 for Russia online from Freezvon without leaving your home. With the service virtual number Moscow can be saved at the negotiations. Call forwarding is available to another phone number of any country and operator, regardless of location. You can also set up receiving calls on Skype, SIP for free. Residents of the city of Moscow can contact you at local rates, after you connect a virtual Moscow phone number.

On Freezvon, residents of the whole world have the right to connect a direct virtual Moscow IP-telephony number online. The number is not assigned to the cellular network, and also has no reference to the address. To connect it, you do not need to buy bulky special equipment or carry a new telephone cable. You can independently choose which code of the Moscow operator suits you: telephone number +7 (495) or +7 (499). In addition to incoming, you have the opportunity to call from a virtual number. Thanks to the virtual number you can receive and make calls at competitive rates.

What is a direct virtual number of Moscow?

Virtual number Moscow   - the usual Russian number with the country code +7, as well as the city code (Moscow) 495 or 499, used for receiving and making calls, and working on the principle of forwarding calls to different directions. To activate it, you do not need special equipment, you do not even need to be in the required region. Your direct Moscow city virtual number is multichannel. After purchase, you get a number with 2 lines. If necessary, you can add more lines for your Moscow number for an additional fee, you will begin to receive the number of calls you need. Therefore, it is profitable, convenient, fast to buy Moscow phone numbers via the Internet.

Receive calls to a virtual Moscow number

The principle of operation is based on the transmission of signals over the Internet. It is worth buying a city virtual number, and set up redirection through your account to start processing incoming calls.

Routing is possible on:

1. Landline or cell phone number;
2. Skype account;
3. SIP, IP-phone, virtual PBX.

* Accepting calls to Moscow’s direct virtual number is charged at local rates, even if you are outside its line. As for forwarding to Skype and SIP, incoming calls to these two directions are redirected for free.

Making calls from a virtual number

You can make outgoing calls from a virtual Moscow number using a SIP account at favorable rates. This number will be displayed to the person to whom you are calling, thanks to the Caller ID. If you want to make calls, then you need to:

• Make a request from your personal account to receive a SIP-account;
• Download, install and configure a SIP-program (Zoiper, X-lite or any similar) or IP-phone, using the data that we send you by email.
• Call any number.

* You can familiarize yourself with the tariffs for calls on our website in the "Tariffs" section or follow this link.

In addition to virtual Moscow numbers, you are offered:

1. Direct virtual numbers of Russia for other cities for receiving and making international and long-distance calls. You can buy a number for any city in Russia, such as St. Petersburg (+ 7-812), Yekaterinburg (+ 7-3432), Perm (+ 7-3422), Krasnoyarsk (+ 7-3912), Tula (+ 7-4872)   and other cities. With a complete list of all cities of Russia, you can find;
2. Mobile phone virtual numbers of Russia operators Megafon, MTS, Tele2 and Beeline - cell numbers   to receive SMS and calls with the possibility of routing;
3. Toll Free 8800 Toll Free Numbers - By Buying this number Russian Federation, you provide the opportunity to your customers on a regular basis to call you for free.

Advantages of a virtual Moscow phone number

A direct Moscow virtual number is issued quickly, all necessary settings are made in private officeWithout the necessary technical knowledge, when ordering this phone you will have great advantages. Being abroad you do not need to connect roaming, as the tariff is stable, and your friends or partners calling to you will pay for the call at the Moscow tariff.

List of benefits:

• Recreation of the company's presence in Moscow;
• Lack of a binding to the place, installation of the additional equipment;
• Routing on SIP and Skype is free;
• Local residents will contact you according to the local rates of the region;
• With the activation of additional services, the functionality is expanded.

How to buy cheap virtual number Moscow?

To order and get a Moscow virtual phone number with redirection to a cellular or other direction, follow these simple steps:

• Complete the registration;
• Log in to your account, replenish the account (all payment methods);
• Select the type of number (for calls), country (Russia), city (Moscow), operator code;
• Configure online forwarding on SIP, Skype or another phone number;
• Confirm the order;
• Start using your virtual Moscow number.

Additional services to the virtual Moscow telephone number

The functionality of the room can be expanded by connecting additional services. A virtual international number is configured depending on your goals and preferences. VoIP telephony provides the following features for working with calls:

• Voice greeting recording;
• Set the background ringtone;
• Conferencing;
• Creating a black list of subscribers;
• View call statistics;
• Setting conditional forwarding;
• Call recording;
• Voice mail;
• View call statistics.

Depending on the specifics of the activity, choose a virtual PBX service in Moscow, this will increase the comfort of the employees' internal communication, will limit you from purchasing the equipment. You will receive a free virtual number, set up telephonization in the office, be able to connect a large number of SIP-accounts and much more.

If you decide that you need a virtual number in Moscow or you have additional questions, please call our technical support at the contact numbers below. Operators help to connect a home, direct or virtual number in Moscow. The order of additional services is available after activation of the number through a personal account.

How to change / remove the binding by IP-address?

The default is automatic bind to the IP address. In order to change / remove it, follow these steps:
  1. Go to.
  2. Click the tab "Telephony"   in the top menu. Or you can also on the home page of the Personal Cabinet. "Dashboard"   click in the block "Telephony".
  3. Click the tab "SIP"   in the telephony settings menu.
  4. Select the desired entry by checking the box in front of it, and click the button. "Edit".
  5. Select the appropriate IP bind option and click the button. "Save".

How to bind and unlink an SIP account? Where to change password for SIP account?

Change password:
  1. On the home page "Dashboard"   to push "Setting the phone number"   in block "Telephony".
"Telephony"   in the top menu, the tab will open "Settings".
  2. Click on the desired line.
  3. Change the password and print it.

Link / unlink SIP account:
  1.On the home page "Dashboard"   to push "Setting the phone number"   in block "Telephony".
  Or you can also switch to the tab from any page of your Personal Account. "Telephony"   in the top menu.
2. Go to tab "SIP".
  3. Check the box next to the desired account.
  4. Press the button "Edit".
  5. Link SIP account to product   and IP address.

Detailed instructions for setting up SIP accounts are in the knowledge base. Cm. .

What kind of softphone to use for telephony?

All softphones have one thing in common - you enter your login: Password   and proxy serverthen you can receive and make calls. Programs differ in functionality (the widest functionality, as a rule, is presented in commercial versions), work stability, appearance   and interfaces. The list of softphones tested in our company can be found in the knowledge base in the sections,.

How to bar outgoing calls to certain destinations?

If a client does not need to make expensive international or long-distance calls to conduct business, he can limit them himself, as well as by writing a request either to the manager or to technical support of MCNtelecom.

Available types of destination restrictions:
  1. All directions are allowed, including international and long-distance communication.
  2. Any calls within Russia are allowed, international communication is closed.
  3. Only calls within a zone (i.e. calls to local mobile and local landline numbers), international and long distance   is closed.
  4. Only calls to local landline numbers are allowed, any other connection is closed.
  5. Any outgoing calls are prohibited (except for special services) - this option can be chosen in the case when the client only needs an incoming connection.

To restrict outgoing communications on your own account’s home page "Dashboard"   click on "Setting the phone number"   in block "Telephony"or you can also switch to the tab from any page of your Personal Account. "Telephony"   in the top menu. Then select the appropriate restriction option.

Select the necessary options to connect and wait for the call manager. We will be able to connect you to a room during business hours within an hour!

Application for connecting numbers

Virtual Telephone Number 495

From a technical point of view, Virtual telephone number   - the exact same number that you use when calling from a classic landline telephone. The difference is only in technology, which provides the possibility of organizing home or office telephony.

If you look only a few years ago and set yourself the goal of telephoning an apartment or office, the owner would need to contact the appropriate authority, file a written statement, wait for it, after which it will be decided whether the phone number can be connected. And all this is possible only when the necessary communications to your home or office building are carried out from the district stationary PBX.

Technology stepped. The term "phone number" is successfully replaced by the term "virtual phone number", which is based on the same prefix "495", and in order to provide superior sound quality, a modern SIP protocol is used - for ease of understanding, voice and voice other data via the Internet. Thanks to this technology, it has become possible to purchase any number of telephone numbers, while not increasing the number of telephone wires and sockets in the room.

Having set up the forwarding parameters in the personal PBX dashboard, calls received to the virtual telephone number from the PTS Company may be redirected in any programmed direction depending on the busy telephone line, waiting time for an answer, etc.

Telephone code of Moscow "495"

The ease with which individuals and legal entities can connect themselves to a landline number is amazing. Forget about long queues at offices of Rostelecom, MGTS, etc., about filing an application for connecting a room to an apartment or office strictly according to a template, about long weeks of waiting for approval by the relevant departments - take home the Internet cable, submit an application on the website Your telephone network ", select the number that do you like- Call as from the usual "city" phone.

Reduced communication costs

Just imagine that telephone communication for your business or home can be 30-60% cheaper than at the moment. Historically, the technology of the Internet enters all areas of our life, replacing or improving others that we are used to. The same goes for telephone service. Modern technology SIP (IP-telephony) made possible the transfer of voice from the subscriber to the subscriber via the Internet, and provided the ease of acquiring the required number of virtual numbers. And due to the fact that the cost of ensuring the transmission of the Internet signal is significantly lower than the cost of transmitting voice data by means of classical telephony, the cost of outgoing telephone connection for business and home it was possible to reduce at times.

Multichannel 495-number

Many companies in their business often face the situation when communication is provided by one or two phones (for example, 1 landline phone   + 1 mobile phone), and several simultaneous calls, some of them are eliminated due to the "busy" signal, after which your customers go to competitors.

To avoid such situations, the VTS Company offers its subscribers endless possibilities of a Virtual PBX, which will give you the opportunity to carefully control and process almost any number of calls, although customers will call one (multi-channel) number.

The ability to connect a virtual number is not limited to only one received call. You can connect telephone lines or connect a virtual number in any quantity, thereby increasing the number of closed successful transactions. Do not lose money - gain customer loyalty.