How to Get a US Virtual Phone Number

Step 1: Choose a provider

Pick a cloud telephony provider such as TipiPhone that offers US numbers with instant activation.

Step 2: Pick a number type

• Local — a specific US area code
• Toll-free — 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833
• Mobile — a US mobile prefix

Step 3: Select an area code

Choose the city or region you want to appear in — New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and so on.

Step 4: Configure routing

Point the number at a softphone, a team, or an IVR menu.

Step 5: Start taking calls

Most US numbers activate instantly.