How to Port a Number to Google Voice

Google Voice is a communication service offered by Google that allows users to make and receive phone calls, send and receive text messages, and manage voicemail messages. 

It offers a variety of features, including free calls and texts within the US and Canada, call forwarding, voicemail transcription, custom voicemail greeting, spam filtering, conference calling and integration with other Google services

Overall, porting a number to Google Voice can provide a convenient and flexible way to manage your calls and texts, while also providing cost savings and additional features.

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Steps on How to Port a Number to Google Voice

To port a number to Google Voice, you need to follow these steps:

1. First, sign in to your Google Voice account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one by going to the Google Voice website and following the instructions.

2. Click on the three dots menu in the top left corner of the screen, and select “Legacy Google Voice” from the drop-down menu.

3. On the left-hand menu, click on “Settings” and then select “Voicemail & Text” from the options.

4. Under the “Phone Numbers” section, click on “Change/Port” next to the number you want to port.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the account information for the current carrier of the number you want to port.

6. Pay the one-time $20 fee to initiate the porting process. Note that this fee is non-refundable.

7. Once your request is approved by your current carrier, you’ll receive an email from Google Voice with instructions on how to complete the porting process.

8. Follow the instructions in the email to complete the porting process. This usually involves confirming your account information and providing additional details about the number you want to port.

9. Once the porting process is complete, your number will be transferred to Google Voice, and you’ll be able to use it to make and receive calls and texts through the Google Voice app or website.

It’s important to note that porting a number can take anywhere from a few hours to several days, so be patient and check your email regularly for updates from Google Voice.

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Originally posted on February 22, 2023 @ 4:45 pm