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Get your UK virtual phone number and say goodbye to expensive traditional phone lines. Give your business a strong local presence in the UK.

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What is UK Virtual Phone Number?

A UK virtual phone number works just like a regular number, but it doesn’t need a SIM card or a traditional phone line. These numbers are hosted on the cloud and work through the internet. Users can make and receive calls from anywhere in the world using their phone or desktop.

By using a virtual number, businesses can show a local presence in the UK, even if they don’t have a physical office there. Having a UK local number builds trust with customers, which helps businesses grow faster.

The Telephony Co is one of the best providers of UK virtual phone numbers. You can easily buy a number with any UK area code.

In the United Kingdom, a local virtual phone number has 11 digits. It includes the country code (+44), a 3-digit area code, and a 7-digit local number.

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Types of UK Virtual Phone Numbers for Business Communication

1). UK Local Virtual Number

UK local virtual numbers start with area codes specific to regions, such as London (020), Manchester (0161), and Birmingham (0121). A local virtual number is the best option for businesses to build trust and establish a local presence—without needing a physical office in UK cities or regions.

Local Virtual Phone Number Format: +44 20 7946 0123

2). UK Virtual Toll Free Number

Customers can call your business from anywhere in the UK without paying any charges—the business owner covers all the call costs. A UK toll-free number is a great way to connect with customers and build brand value in the market. It’s ideal for customer support, marketing campaigns, and offering services nationwide.

Toll Free Virtual Phone Number Format: 0800 123 4567

3). UK Virtual Mobile Phone Number

Make and receive calls from anywhere in the world using a UK Virtual Mobile Phone Number. You just need a good internet connection. It works over the internet using VoIP technology. Easily register and verify on your favorite apps and services with OTPs sent directly to your virtual number, just like a standard UK mobile number.

UK Virtual Mobile Phone Number Format: +44 7456 123456

4). UK Vanity Phone Number

A vanity number is a combination of numbers and letters, making it easy for customers to remember. These numbers are ideal for branding, advertising, and increasing recall value. Use them in your marketing campaigns to promote your business effectively in the UK. Also known as custom phone numbers, businesses can choose numbers that reflect their product, service, or brand name.

UK Vanity Mobile Phone Number Format: 745-TELEPHONY

How to Get a Virtual UK Phone Number?

Users can easily buy a UK virtual mobile phone number online in just a few minutes. Just follow a few simple steps and get your number instantly.

1). Register With Telephony Co to buy a United Kingdom virtual number.

2). Select the country (UK) and choose the city and state for which the number is required.

3). Choose the type of number you need – Toll-Free, Vanity, or Mobile.

4). Submit the required documents and make the payment.

5). Once activated, you can start making and receiving calls and SMS with your UK virtual number.

What Features does a Business Get with a Virtual UK Phone Number?

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Call Forwarding

Call forwarding allows any incoming business call to be redirected from one number to another, such as a mobile phone or office phone whatever you have set. This ensures that even if your primary number is busy, you do not miss any important calls.

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Setup IVR

Set up a professional voice menu so that callers can easily reach the right department—like press 1 for Sales, press 2 for Billing, and press 3 for Support. This ensures a smooth calling experience without any confusion.

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Call Recording

Record every call conversation with customers or callers to avoid any misunderstandings between both parties. This also helps in evaluating team performance. Moreover, recorded calls can be easily accessed in the future for legal processes and compliance purposes.

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Right Call Routing

Route calls based on time, working hours, language, shift, and day to the right department and agent’s mobile or office phone. This ensures the caller faces no issues and receives the correct information promptly.

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Call Analytics & Reports

Track call volume, call duration, missed calls, inbound and outbound calls, optimize marketing campaigns, and agent performance through the call analytics dashboard with detailed reports. This helps in easily monitoring how agents are performing.

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Hold on Music

Whenever a customer’s call needs to be placed on hold, use hold music to keep them engaged and prevent boredom. This creates a positive impression of your business. During the hold time, you can play information about your services, offers, products, or simply play soothing background music.

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Global Call Handling

Receive and make calls to manage customers from all over the world with advanced global calling features. No matter the time zone or location, enjoy smooth communication, faster response, and better customer support anytime, anywhere.

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Call History

View complete call history with the advanced dashboard, including call types like inbound, outbound, time, date, number, caller name, call duration, missed calls, and messages all in one place.

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Unified Communication

Use a single dashboard with all the unified communication features that are a top priority for modern businesses, including voice calls, video meetings, messaging, email, voicemail, and file sharing. Stay connected with your customers and team without switching apps.

Smart Benefits of UK-Based Virtual Phone Numbers

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Local Presence

Without having a physical office, show customers that your business is based in the UK—even if you or your team are working from anywhere.

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Cost-Effective

It does not require any hardware, wiring, or landline setup. All Calls are handled over the internet at low cost.

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Work From Anywhere

There are no location restriction make and receive calls on your smartphone, laptop, or desktop from anywhere in the world.

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Boost Trust and Credibility

Customers are more likely to trust a UK-based number, especially when calling from within the UK.

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Improved Customer Support

Set up dedicated numbers for support, sales, or billing to route customers to the right team instantly.

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WhatsApp Support

Use your virtual UK mobile number on WhatsApp to chat with customers, make voice and video calls, and receive updates instantly

Why Businesses Trust The Telephony Co for UK Virtual Business Phone Number

The Telephony Co is one of the best virtual phone number providers in and for the UK, trusted by thousands of businesses.

Affordable Pricing Plans

Our plans are affordable for all types of businesses, with no hidden charges and flexible monthly or yearly options.

Integrated Business Tools

Easily integrate your virtual number with your favorite tools and CRM to collect all customer data on a single platform for smoother operations.

Excellent Customer Support

Our real human support team is available 24/7 to provide fast and friendly assistance through VoIP phone numbers, chat, and email.

Advanced Call Features

The Telephony offers its users an advanced call features combo pack that includes IVR, call forwarding, voicemail-to-email, call recording, analytics, and more.

Easy Setup

Buy a virtual mobile phone number uk from The Telephony and our team will set up and activate your number within 5 minutes—no hardware or technical team required.

Number Portability

Easily port your existing number to The Telephony Co without changing your contact details or losing service continuity.

Industries that use Virtual UK Mobile Phone Numbers

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E-commerce & Retail

Track orders, send promotions, customer support, inquiries and manage multiple markets from one number.

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Travel & Tourism

Manage bookings, confirmations, New Updates, offers and customer support.

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Education

Provide contact numbers for student support,new update, result, admissions, and virtual Classes.

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Finance & Banking

Send customers new offers, alerts, account details, OTPs/SMS, account balance updates, and provide customer support.

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Healthcare

Provide patients with 24/7 emergency support, appointment booking, and medicine consultation—ensuring they get the help they need, anytime.

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IT & Tech Startups

Provide tech support, product demos, and updates via call, SMS, or WhatsApp. Create Professional image with a UK business number.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to get a free UK virtual phone number?

Some providers offer users a free UK virtual phone number for a limited trial period. After the free trial ends, it becomes a paid service.

Can i Use UK virtual number for WhatsApp?

Users can easily use a UK virtual number for WhatsApp to send messages, make calls, and provide support to customers.

What are the call rates for United Kingdom virtual number?

Call rates depend on the provider, features, and chosen plan. Some providers offer affordable local and international rates with flexible billing and call minutes.

What is the format of a UK mobile number?

UK mobile numbers usually start with +44 followed by the area code or mobile prefix, e.g., +44 7400 123456.

Why should you choose The Telephony Co to get a virtual number in the United Kingdom?

The Telephony Co provides many powerful features with its virtual numbers, including clear call quality, IVR, call forwarding, call routing, and the best part 24/7 human call support.

Who Is the Best Local ,toll free and Vanity Phone Number Provider in the UK?

There are many top providers in the UK that offer local, toll-free, and vanity phone numbers—such as The Telephony Co, Call Atlas, CallHippo, and many more. The best provider for you depends on your business needs, budget, and required features.