How to make a new google voice number
To create a new Google Voice number, follow these steps:
Method 1: Create a new Google Voice number using the Google Voice website
- Go to the Google Voice website (voice.google.com) 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.
- Enter your name and email address (this will be used to verify your account).
- Click on the "Get number" button.
- You will receive a verification code via SMS or voice call. Enter the code to verify your account.
- Set up your voicemail greeting and other settings as desired.
Method 2: Create a new Google Voice number using the Google Voice app
- Download and install the Google Voice app from the Google Play Store (for Android) or App Store (for iOS).
- Open the app and sign in with your Google account.
- Tap on the "Get a new number" button.
- Choose a new area code and phone number from the available options.
- Enter your name and email address (this will be used to verify your account).
- Tap on the "Get number" button.
- You will receive a verification code via SMS or voice call. Enter the code to verify your account.
- Set up your voicemail greeting and other settings as desired.
Tips and considerations
- You can only have one Google Voice number per Google account.
- 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.
- You can also use your Google Voice number to make international calls and send international texts.
- You can port your existing phone number to Google Voice, but this may require additional steps and fees.