Hold On to Your Belfast Number - The Simple Way
Still need your Belfast landline number but not the old-school setup? Our Virtual Landline Number service keeps it working with zero long-term tie-ins. If you’re leaving the area or leaving landlines behind, we’ll help you forward your 028 number to any phone that suits you.
- Stay connected with friends, family & local services
- Keep your Belfast landline number active without paying BT or installing a handset
- Forward calls to your mobile - no equipment needed
- Ideal for people downsizing, relocating or cutting out unused bills
- Retain your number for personal use, even if you move away from Belfast
Unlimited Call Forwarding
Unlimited Call Forwarding for your new number for just £10 per month*
International Call Forwarding
Get a UK number which can be forwarded virtually anywhere in the world
Make Outbound Calls
Make outbound calls using your new number as your caller ID
Speedy set-up
With no hassle or fuss you can quickly activate a telephone number of your choice with no upfront payment
Low call rates
Divert to landlines for 1½ppm. Mobiles for just 7ppm. 0800 numbers cost an additional 7½ppm.
Pre-pay
Top up as and when you need to, or opt for your balance to be topped up automatically – it’s up to you!
No contract
No contract ties, commitments or initial payment required
Mobile portal
Make instant changes, view balance, top up and add more numbers via our mobile portal
Free trial
No initial payment required – test your number for free before you need to top up
Who Is This For?
- People who’ve had a Belfast landline for years and want to keep the number alive
- Families moving to mobile-only setups but still need a trusted landline for relatives
- Those moving out of area who want to keep a Belfast contact number
- Customers who want to simplify their phone setup
- Anyone cancelling their landline service but not ready to let go of the number
- Anyone who wants a cheaper alternative to some of the bigger suppliers but still wants a Virtual Landline Number
How It Works
- Pick a 028 Virtual Landline Number number or move your current one to Number People
- Forward calls wherever suits you and whenever suits you - mobile, VoIP, or landline
- Handle voicemail and settings quickly online at any time
- No contract and no hardware required - it’s as simple as can be!
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Switch Your Landline for a Virtual Landline Number – Keep Your 028 Number
No hardware, no hassle. Just simple and easy call forwarding to your mobile or VoIP.
FAQs: Keeping Your Belfast Landline Number
Q: Do I need to keep a physical landline or home phone?
A: Not at all. Your number becomes virtual, so there’s no equipment needed – it just forwards to your chosen phone.
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Q: Where will my calls go once I set it up?
A: That’s totally up to you. With your Virtual Landline Number, you can forward calls to a mobile, VoIP line, landline, or even straight to voicemail when you need a break.
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Q: Can I still use the number for things like GP appointments or bank calls?
A: Yes - from the caller’s side, nothing changes. It works just like a regular landline.
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Q: Can I keep my current Belfast number?
A: In most cases, yes. We can usually port your number across - just get in touch and we’ll confirm it for you.
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Q: What if I only need it for a short time?
A: No problem. There’s no contract and no commitment, so you can cancel anytime with zero hassle.
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