How it works
You choose a local 01 or 02 number, or a national 0333 number. Calls to it are forwarded to your mobile. With a business calling app, you can also make calls that show the business number, so customers never see your personal mobile number.
Why sole traders and small firms do it
- Look established with a local area code
- Keep personal and business calls separate
- Turn business calls off in the evening and send them to voicemail
- Add a colleague or an answering service later without changing the number
Things to check
- Can you show the business number on outbound calls?
- Is there a monthly rolling option?
- Do you get voicemail to email and missed call alerts?
- Can you port the number away later?