Look local. Take calls anywhere.
Get a dedicated business number your customers can call, then answer from your browser without a second phone, SIM card, or carrier setup.
Launch a virtual phone line fast.
Pick a number, activate it instantly, then use it for incoming and outgoing calls.
Pick country & area code
Choose from available US and Canadian local numbers.
Number goes live
After purchase, the line is available instantly in your account.
Make & receive calls
Use the same number for incoming calls and as your outgoing Caller ID.
Run a local line from anywhere.
Buy a US or Canadian number, make and receive calls, and receive SMS in one place.
Get local US or Canadian number
Get a local United States or Canadian number from your selected area code.
Never miss important calls
Forward calls to different number or let your callers leave a voicemail.
Make & receive calls
Call out with your local number as caller ID. Answer calls from customers who dial in.
Receive SMS to your virtual number
Incoming text messages are available in your Callshake messages inbox.
Separate work and personal calls
Use a dedicated business line without exposing your personal mobile number.
No SIM card required
Your number runs over internet calling in the browser, so there is no carrier setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which virtual phone numbers can I buy?
You can currently buy US and Canadian virtual numbers on Callshake.
Can I make calls with a purchased number?
Yes. Purchased numbers can be used as your Caller ID for outgoing calls.
Can I receive calls on my virtual number?
Yes. You can receive incoming calls on a number purchased from Callshake.
Can I receive text messages?
Yes. Purchased numbers can receive incoming SMS in Callshake.
Can I send SMS from my Callshake number?
Not currently. Virtual numbers support incoming SMS only.
Do I need a SIM card or local carrier line?
No. Callshake works in your browser over internet calling, so no SIM card is required.
What happens if I miss an incoming call?
You can add voicemail or call forwarding so callers can still leave a message.
Any caveats for receiving SMS verification codes?
Some institutions do not send texts to VoIP numbers. If SMS delivery is required, check with the sender first.
Your local business number, live in seconds.
Pick a local number, start receiving calls instantly, and keep your personal line out of it.