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Nestled in the heart of Madison County, Edwardsville, Illinois, boasts a vibrant community with a rich history.
With an area code of 618, connect your business or personal line to this bustling hub using any device or software.
Experience Edwardsville's charm right from your phone!
Make and receive calls with your Edwardsville phone number
FlyNumber SIP gives your Edwardsville number its own credentials for any SIP calling app from the app stores — Zoiper, Groundwire, Linphone and more — or a desk phone.
- Incoming calls included in the number's monthly rate
- Outgoing calls billed per minute, with your Edwardsville number as the caller ID
- Up to 5 devices — phone, desktop and desk phone ring together
- Voicemail built in
Let an AI voice agent answer your Edwardsville calls
Set your Edwardsville number to AI voice agent answers and a built-in agent picks up. It answers questions from what you tell it, takes messages and transfers callers to you.
The recorded greeting plays in English. Write the opening line and rules in English and the agent answers in English, switching to the caller's language if they speak another.
$0.10 per minute of AI conversation, billed per second. No monthly fee for the agent.
Features
- Manage your Edwardsville business calls with VoIP solutions using any device.
- Catch the Route 66 Festival calls on your mobile with call forwarding.
- Optimize customer interactions with an Edwardsville-themed call menu.
- Never miss a SIUE Cougars game update with flexible call routing.
- Keep your local business global by linking calls to a SIP address through advanced call forwarding.
Use any device or software
Incoming SMS is forwarded to your email for a small per-segment fee. You can also send personal texts to numbers outside the US; texting US numbers is coming soon (A2P).
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
Prefer to skip third-party providers? FlyNumber SIP gives you your own SIP credentials — register any SIP app or desk phone and make and receive calls with just your FlyNumber.
- Any SIP or VoIP app on iOS or Android
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- 3rd party VoIP solutions
FAQ’s
Can I get SMS on my Edwardsville virtual phone number?
Yes, your Edwardsville FlyNumber can receive SMS — incoming texts are forwarded to your email for a small per-segment fee. You can also send personal, person-to-person texts to numbers outside the US — though delivery depends on the receiving carrier accepting texts from US numbers. Texting US numbers is coming soon and will run as A2P, the registered route US carriers require. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.
Can I use my Edwardsville virtual number for 2FA or other verification services?
This really depends on the company/service sending the SMS to the FlyNumber; it's up to them to actually send the text. We can't guarantee 2FA or short code SMS will work. Texts from regular mobile phones should work fine though.
Can I use FlyNumber to stay connected with my local customers in Edwardsville, Illinois?
Absolutely! With FlyNumber, you can get a local virtual phone number in Edwardsville, which allows your customers to reach you easily, just as if you were right down the street. Plus, you can forward these calls to any mobile or landline globally, so whether you're attending the Edwardsville Arts Fair or handling business out of town, you'll never miss a call.
How can FlyNumber help manage high call volumes during busy events like the Route 66 Festival in Edwardsville?
During high-traffic events such as the Route 66 Festival, FlyNumber’s cloud phone system comes in handy. You can set up a call menu, so callers can choose the department they wish to speak with, like sales or support. This feature helps streamline calls and improves the response time, keeping your communication efficient even on busy days.
Will I be able to use FlyNumber to route calls to my Edwardsville restaurant during specific hours?
Yes, FlyNumber allows you to route phone calls based on the day and time to different destinations. This feature is perfect for restaurant owners in Edwardsville who want to direct calls to a reservation line during open hours and to a voicemail after hours, ensuring you cater to your customer's needs effectively at any time.
Can FlyNumber help me save important voicemails from my clients in Edwardsville?
Definitely! With FlyNumber, any voicemails, greetings, or call recordings are automatically saved to the cloud. This is especially useful in Edwardsville, where local business owners value personal connections and want to ensure no client call slips through the cracks.
How can I expand my Edwardsville business reach with FlyNumber?
Using FlyNumber, you can manage multiple virtual phone numbers on the same account, which is ideal for businesses in Edwardsville looking to expand their presence in nearby cities or states without needing a physical location there. This feature allows you to establish a local presence and better connect with a wider customer base.
Is it possible to use FlyNumber to connect my Edwardsville office with international clients?
Yes, FlyNumber makes it easy to connect with international clients by forwarding your Edwardsville-based FlyNumber to any regular phone number worldwide. This means you can conduct business with clients across the globe right from your office in Edwardsville, whether you're dealing with partners in Europe or suppliers in Asia, maintaining local and international connections effortlessly.
A genuine Edwardsville US phone number
In the heart of the American Midwest, Edwardsville, Illinois boasts the 618 area code, an area steeped in history as one of the oldest in the state, established back in 1947.
When dialing an Edwardsville number, you'll use the format 1 + 618 + local number, connecting you to this vibrant community with a rich blend of historical landmarks and modern developments.
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Unlimited incoming
Answer over the internet and incoming calls are unlimited, included in the Edwardsville number's monthly price.
Use FlyNumber SIP with any SIP app or desk phone, or forward to a SIP / VoIP address: your own PBX, a VoIP provider, or your own AI voice platform such as LiveKit or VAPI.
Forward to any regular phone number
For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Edwardsville FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.
The optional cloud phone system ($14.95 a month) can forward to several numbers at once or by time of day.
Use cases
Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:
- Use the Edwardsville number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
- Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
- Separate business and personal calls
- For your "Contact Us" page
- Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
- Use the Edwardsville, US FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
Call like a local, pay like a local
When making outgoing calls to a U.S. or Canada number the rate is .01 per min regardless of the FlyNumber you use to call out from.
If you plan on calling phone numbers outside of the US/Canada consider getting a FlyNumber in said country.
- Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional phone system) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or from the optional phone system.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
Local info you may want to know
Edwardsville, IL, blends small-town charm with a growing economic landscape. As of 2020, the population is nearly 25,000.
It's a hub for both residents and businesses due to its proximity to St. Louis, which is just 20 miles away. Home to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, the city has a vibrant, educated demographic, with a significant portion of the population holding college degrees.
This makes it an attractive spot for industries looking for a skilled workforce. Fun fact: Edwardsville is one of Illinois' oldest cities, established in 1818.
This historical charm could be a unique selling point for businesses targeting a niche market.
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with FlyNumber SIP or VoIP. AI voice agent conversations are billed at $0.10 per minute.
Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number or make outgoing calls (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional cloud phone system).