Add a Number

Overview

To add a new number to your account, click "Add Sender" at the top of your screen.

You will have the option to:

  • Buy Number - Register a new number through Sakari and one of it's providers
  • Bring Your Own - Use an existing number that you own (Hosted Messaging, Landline / VOIP Text Enablement)
  • Import Number - Use an existing number that you own but is configured with a different service
    • Importable numbers include: Twilio, Aircall, Cradle, CallRail

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Buy a Number

Getting Started

  • Navigate to your Senders page
  • Click Add Sender in the top right corner of your screen
  • Select Buy Number

Local (US and Canada)

A Local US & CA Number can be purchased through the Senders tab under 'Add Senders'. You can choose to filter by an Area Code, Zip Code, or just by search for a numbers that 'Contains' a specific sequence of numbers.

 

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You will also want to be sure to complete a 10DLC Registration for your Local US or CA Number if you're planning on messaging to the US.

10 DLC Registration is not necessary if messaging exclusively from a CA to another CA Local Number.

US Local (10DLC) Phone Number Registration

 

Mobile (Non-US / Canada)

You can purchase a Mobile Number for a specific country through the Senders tab under 'Add Senders'. 

 

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Depending on your selection (e.g. Spain, Germany, France, etc.) you may need to complete an additional Business registration step which is required by certain countries.

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Toll Free Number (US / Canada)

Purchase a Dedicated Toll-Free Number directly through the Senders tab under 'Add Senders'. You can choose either the US or Canada as well as purchase multiple Toll-Free Numbers at the same time.

 

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T‍oll-Free numbers always start with one of the following area codes: 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, or 833, so may not the best option if you’re planning to engage a local audience. 

Note: Verification is required for any Toll-Free number(s): US Toll-Free Phone Number Registration