Memorable 0844 Numbers (Gold)

Companies use memorable 0844 numbers (also known as Gold 0844 numbers) for multiple reasons:

• They may have a TV advert and only have 30 seconds to show the 0844 number and it needs to be a memorable number so that the customers can remember to call.
• They may have a Radio advert and want the 0844 number to sound good so that their potential customers remember it and phone in.
• They may wish to advertise their memorable 0844 number on their website, vans and stationery so that it gets the most exposure.
• The want to use the number to deliver revenue into their company as 0844 numbers create an income from every call received.
• Or they just want to make their company look as professional as possible – a gold 0844 number will make you stand out from your competition.

Benefits of buying a memorable 0844 Number:

• Easy to remember - It will make it easier for your customers to remember your 0844 number and contact you. Most of our customers use memorable 0844 numbers as a general enquiries line or for customer service centres.
• Based at home in your study? - Having a memorable 0844 number may make you look significantly larger than you actually are.
• Don’t be embarrassed about your location - Memorable 0844 numbers disguise the geographic location of your business.
• A number that moves with you - If you ever move you can take your 0844 number with you (anywhere in the world!).
• Online Control - You will have the capability to change where the 0844 number is pointed to using our online portal.
• Earn Money from 0844 numbers – enjoy a revenue share on the calls you receive in the 0844 number is pointed to a UK landline.
• Real Time Marketing Reports – Use multiple numbers in different adverts to that you can track the amount of calls you are receiving. We can even play a greeting when you pick up the call that says “this is a call from the Yellow Pages” if necessary
• Disaster Recovery – In the unlikely event of an issue at your office you can take some comfort that your calls can be routed to another location immediately.

More Information About Memorable 0844 Numbers

Memorable 0844 numbers are currently the number of choice for most companies. Most companies who are taking memorable 0844 numbers are using them as a replacement for 0870 numbers. Early 2009 sees the revenue share on 0870 numbers cease following an Ofcom change to the cost to call an 0870 number. Companies who have 0870 numbers will shortly be charged to receive calls which moves them from a revenue generator to a cost. This change in legislation has meant that most companies who have 0870 numbers are changing them to 0844 numbers to maintain some income from inbound calls. If you currently have an 0870 number and would like to change it to an 0844 number please call us for some advice on what you need to do.

Where you can route 0844 numbers to?

Memorable 0844 numbers are no longer limited to where you can point them to. We can route 0844 numbers to UK landlines, UK mobiles, VOIP numbers, Voicemail Boxes, International landlines and International Mobiles. If you are looking to route your 0844 number to an international location it can be done but please call us so that we can explain the costs to you in full.

The cost to call 0844 Numbers

0844 numbers are charged at a higher local rate and can cost the caller up to 5p per minute to call.. All the 0844 numbers we provide on this site are charged at 5p per minute to call from most UK landlines. Calls to 0844 numbers from a mobile phone will be charged and may not be included in your bundle of minutes. Below is a list of tariffs from UK mobile operators for the cost to call 0844 numbers:

• O2 Pay Monthly – 25p per minute
• O2 Pay & Go – 25p per minute
• Vodafone – 25p per minute
• Orange – Between 10p and 55p per minute
• 3 Mobile pay monthly – 15p per minute
• 3 Mobile Pay as You go – 15p per minute
• T-Mobile – 5p to 40p per minute

If you are calling a memorable 0844 number from abroad +44 (0)844 you will have to check with your local telecommunications company for the charge to call the number. Not all countries will allow users to call UK 0844 numbers (most of the major countries will allow the call to be transmitted).

Frequently asked questions about 0844 numbers

1How long will it take for my memorable 0844 number to be set up?

Numbers are usually live on the same day of placing the order. If you have ordered a complex feature it may take 48 hours to provide your service.

2I already have an 0844 number with another company but I like your services, can I move it to you?

Yes this is called number porting. We can port from over 15 UK telecoms companies, please view our porting page for more information.

3Do you provide volume discounts for companies to want to take multiple 0844 numbers?

Yes. Please call us for a bespoke quote.

4What is your contract term for a memorable 0844 number?

Our standard terms are 12 months for this service. Following the initial 12 moths it moves to a 30 day rolling contract.