Get a new google voice number
To get a new Google Voice number, follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the Google Voice Website
- Go to the Google Voice website (www.google.com/voice) and sign in with your Google account.
- Click on the "Get a new number" button.
- Choose a new area code and phone number from the available options.
- Review the terms and conditions, then click "Get this number" to confirm.
- You'll receive a verification code via SMS or voice call. Enter the code to complete the setup process.
Method 2: Using the Google Voice App
- Open the Google Voice app on your Android or iOS device.
- Tap the "Get a new number" button.
- Choose a new area code and phone number from the available options.
- Review the terms and conditions, then tap "Get this number" to confirm.
- You'll receive a verification code via SMS or voice call. Enter the code to complete the setup process.
Tips:
- You can only have one Google Voice number per Google account.
- You can't change your Google Voice number, but you can port your existing number to Google Voice.
- Google Voice numbers are only available in the United States and Canada.
- You can use your Google Voice number to make and receive calls, send and receive texts, and access voicemail.
Porting an Existing Number to Google Voice
If you want to port your existing phone number to Google Voice, follow these steps:
- Go to the Google Voice website and sign in with your Google account.
- Click on the "Port a number" button.
- Enter your existing phone number and follow the prompts to verify your identity.
- Review the terms and conditions, then click "Port this number" to confirm.
- Google will send a confirmation code to your existing phone number. Enter the code to complete the porting process.
Note that porting a number may take a few days to complete, and you may experience some downtime during the process.