At IO Phone, we understand the importance of having a phone number that aligns with your business identity. Sometimes, the number you desire may not be available through our native search tool. However, this doesn't mean your preferred number is out of reach. We have solutions to help you secure the number you want, even if it's currently unavailable in our system.
Understanding Your Options
When you can't find your desired number in our search tool, it's usually because different companies have exclusive access to register certain phone numbers. To broaden your options, we can acquire a number from an external source. We primarily use services like NumberBarn.com for this purpose. There is a video at the bottom of this page guiding you through the search process for your new
There are two ways to proceed:
Option 1: Let Us Handle It for You (Recommended)
Alternatively, you can opt for the more convenient and cost-effective approach by letting us manage the acquisition and porting of your desired number. Here's how:
- Identify the Number: Use NumberBarn.com or a similar service to find the phone number you wish to have.
- Email Us the Details: Send an email to our support team with the following information:
- Your Username
- The phone number you wish to purchase
- The purchase price listed on the website
Upon receiving your email, we will:
- Purchase the Number: We buy the phone number on your behalf from NumberBarn.com
- Billing: We charge the exact cost of the purchase to your card on file.
- Porting: Initiate the process of transferring the number into the IO Phone system.
Option 2: Register the Number Yourself
- Self-Registration: You can search for and register the phone number directly through an external service like NumberBarn.com.
- Porting: After registration, inform us, and we will initiate the process to port the number into our IO Phone system.
Why Choose Option 1?
Opting for us to purchase and port the number for you is the most seamless and quickest route. It saves you the hassle of managing the registration and porting processes yourself and ensures that everything is handled smoothly by our experienced team.
Step-by-Step Guide to Using NumberBarn
To assist you in finding and choosing your desired phone number, we've included a video tutorial on how to use the NumberBarn search tool. This guide will walk you through the search process, helping you to identify available numbers that meet your criteria.
Conclusion
Acquiring your desired phone number should not be a complex process. With IO Phone, you have flexible options to secure the number you want, even if it's not initially available through our search. Whether you choose to register and port the number yourself or let us take care of everything, we're here to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible.
For any further assistance or questions, please don't hesitate to contact our support team. We're here to help your business connect with the world.