Toll free numbers or 800 numbers are a common occurrence at business firms and patrons these days. These numbers are called 800 numbers because they start with 800, also available as 877,888, and 866. Beyond its usage as an accelerator of business, it is also used by individuals to keep in close contact with their family and friends. So, if you have a product to sell and you want to market it in every possible way, doing it through these numbers would be a good choice.

These numbers enable you customers to stay in contact with you, without being charged for the call. And this results in better deals for you. When a customer calls your 800 number to enquire about your services, the caller is charged nothing, but the receiver who is the subscriber of the number is charged. So, how do you obtain an 800 number? It can be purchased in two ways:

1.You can apply for a toll free number on a website that sells them. Normally, they charge you an initialization fees. After this set up fee, you are charged on the grounds of the amount of minutes. You can also opt to pay on a monthly rental basis, but here you will have only a limited amount of minutes. These numbers come with several other facilities like fax support. They are also activated instantly, once you buy a number. They also offer call recording for local and global calls.

2. You can apply for a toll free number from telecom providers. There are several telecom companies that offer 800 numbers. This would be a better option that buying it online as it is cost effective. You also get a detailed bill with the complete information on the calls received every month. Buying it from a local telecom service provider would mean that in case of any technical problems you will receive support.

Toll free number services are not often available globally. But most of the calls pass through the USA. If the calls are made through a pay phone the receiver is charged a small extra fee.

Source by Kathy Mercado