Virtual phone numbers

NEW YORK, Jan. 22 /PRNewswire/ — Vumber today announced the launch of its secure, disposable two-way calling service. The service can be used to protect an existing phone number and provide subscribers with privacy, control and freedom when providing a phone number.

Vumber provides subscribers with a safe and secure means of connecting with the outside world via a regular telephone. Subscribers can create multiple phone numbers in an area code of their choice and associate those numbers with any phone.

Subscribers can use Vumber to protect themselves in their virtual lives when using online dating websites, social networks, and online job and message boards, as well as filling out everyday online forms, such as credit card applications, email lists and making online purchases.

Subscribers can also use Vumber to project a specific image for themselves or their business. For example, an entrepreneur can set up multiple phone numbers in different area codes to increase the perceived size of a business. Callers can dial into a Vumber in LA, NY or Miami to name a few. The Vumber service can be used in many ways and is limited only by the user’s imagination.

How Does Vumber Work?

Vumber is your virtual phone number. The service enables subscribers to choose an additional phone number that can be linked to any existing phone number. Subscribers pick an area code (most markets are covered), and Vumber will then assign a seven digit phone number in the area code of choice. Calls can be made to and from a Vumber at any time. All calls made to your Vumber will ring on your regular phone. Customers can also change their Vumber at any time.

To make a call, simply dial your Vumber, and then dial the number that you wish to call. The recipient of the call will only see your Vumber on their caller ID. When callers dial your Vumber, you answer your call normally and an automated prompt will ask you to press 1 to accept the call. No PCs or special phones are required. The entire process is similar to using a regular phone.

Every Vumber has a unique voice mailbox. Messages can be retrieved from the system just like any other voicemail system. Incoming calls placed to your Vumber never reach your regular voicemail. Subscribers can also set up multiple personal mailboxes.

The service is fully customizable. Customers can also change the way incoming calls are handled by setting commands, which automatically send calls to voicemail, play busy signals or do not ring. Vumber subscribers can also set up an automated message to inform callers that the number is no longer in service.