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There are many reasons for having a second phone number – regardless if you get it for business or private use<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this article we will explain what a second phone number is, what the key benefits are and how you can get one for a few dollars per month<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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What is a 2nd phone number?<\/h2>\n

A second phone number is a regular phone number that you have in addition to your regular mobile number.<\/p>\n

The only difference is that it doesn’t come with a SIM-card for your mobile or with a physical connection to your office of home.<\/p>\n

These type of numbers are also called Virtual numbers<\/a>, Online numbers<\/a>, Forwarding numbers<\/a>, Cloud numbers<\/a>, VoIP numbers<\/a> or DIDs,<\/a>\u00a0but they\u00a0mean the same thing.<\/p>\n

You basically get an additional phone number that you can answer calls with and make calls from, that can be configured via the Internet.<\/p>\n

Incoming calls to your extra number are usually forwarded to your regular mobile number. There is usually also an option of answering and making calls across the Internet – by using an app.<\/p>\n

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Why have a second phone number?<\/h2>\n

If you are running a small business it makes a lot of sense to have an 2nd\u00a0number.<\/p>\n