Get the Right Number for Your Business
Select from our range of local, premium, and VoIP solutions.
- Establish a strong local or national presence.
- Offer free or premium-rate service options.
- Utilise VoIP solutions for modern communication.
- Select a number to perfectly suit your business needs.
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Choosing a different number for your business
Beyond freephone 0800 numbers, businesses can choose from a range of other UK phone numbers to suit their needs.
Whether you want a strong local presence, premium-rate services, or a VoIP-based solution, selecting the right number can enhance customer trust and streamline communication.
084 Numbers – Service Charge Numbers
084 numbers (e.g., 0843, 0844, 0845) allow businesses to apply a small service charge on incoming calls, making them ideal for booking lines and support services.
• Best for: Customer support, booking services, information lines
• Call charges: Customers pay a service charge plus their provider’s access charge
• Regulations: Businesses must clearly state call costs to remain compliant
087 Numbers – Higher-Rate Business Lines
087 numbers (e.g., 0870, 0871, 0872) work like 084 numbers but with higher service charges, often used for premium customer services and technical support.
• Best for: Premium helplines, paid advice, technical support
• Call charges: Higher than 084 numbers, plus access charges
• Regulations: Clear pricing must be displayed to customers
09 Numbers – Premium-Rate Numbers
09 numbers are designed for high-cost, premium services, often used for competitions, TV voting, and professional consultations.
• Best for: Competitions, entertainment services, professional advice
• Call charges: Can exceed £1 per minute or have a set per-call fee
• Regulations: Strictly monitored by Ofcom to protect consumers
055 Numbers – Corporate & VoIP Use
055 numbers were introduced for corporate networks and VoIP services, offering businesses a unique, non-geographic option.
• Best for: Large corporations, internal business networks
• Call charges: Vary depending on provider and usage
056 Numbers – VoIP Phone Services
056 numbers are used exclusively for Voice over IP (VoIP) services, enabling businesses to manage calls over the internet rather than traditional phone lines.
• Best for: Businesses using internet-based phone systems
• Call charges: Standard landline rates or included in call packages
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Your other number questions answered
Can I charge customers for calls to my business?
Yes, 084, 087, and 09 numbers allow businesses to charge callers, but you must clearly display call costs.
Are 084 and 087 numbers allowed for customer service?
What’s the difference between 055 and 056 numbers?
055 numbers are typically used for corporate networks, while 056 numbers are reserved for VoIP-based communications.
Do premium-rate 09 numbers generate revenue for my business?
Yes, businesses using 09 numbers receive a portion of the call revenue, but they vmust clearly display call costs to customers.
Can I use a VoIP number instead of a traditional phone line?
Yes, 056 numbers allow businesses to operate entirely over the internet, providing flexibility for remote work and multi-site operations.
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