Why should I use a vanity
PHONE PHRASE?
Studies have
shown that a business using a vanity PHONE
PHRASE as opposed to a numeric toll-free number
receives an average of 14 times more calls. Clearly, potential
customers are more likely to remember a PHONE
PHRASE advertised on the radio or TV rather than a numeric
number.
What
about a good numeric number ending in 1000, 2000,
etc?
Some people
think that a good numeric number is easier to dial. That may be
true, but if your phone number isn't related to the service you
provide, don't count on people to remember it. A PHONE
PHRASE may take an extra second or two to dial on the
keypad, but 1-800-PAIN-CLINIC will be remembered and associated
with a medical office better than 1-800-555-1000
would.
Why
should I pay for a vanity number when I can get a numeric
toll-free number with AT&T for $5 or $10 a
month?
You should
look at the additional expense of having a vanity PHONE
PHRASE as part of you advertising costs. When you
place an ad in the paper you can get a 1 inch by 1 inch ad
cheaper than a 4 inch by 4 inch ad, but the larger ad is more
likely to be noticed. Same concept with a vanity line. They
are more likely to be remembered than a numeric
number!
How much
does it cost?
The monthly
fee depends on the size of the market area you select. Discounts
are available for large market areas. Air time rates are 6 cents
per minute.
Can I
have the toll-free number ring to my cell phone?
Yes. Once
you select the PHONE PHRASE you want, we can
route it to your cell phone, office, answering service or home.
How do I
sign up?
Just call 1-800-PHONE-ID and we will send you our
agreement to review and sign. After we receive it back, your
number will be working for you within two business
days.