Virtual Numbers in The City of Squares
Only $2.95 per month *
Tap into the vibrant heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, a hub of academic excellence and cultural richness.
With a bustling population and innovative spirit, connect locally using Cambridge's area code 857.
Our virtual phone numbers work with any device or software, keeping you linked to this dynamic community.
Features
- Manage your tech startup calls with a virtual number in Cambridge, routing directly to any VoIP solution.
- Connect with MIT innovators by forwarding your calls to local mobiles or landlines.
- Set up a cloud phone system for your Cambridge biotech lab, complete with call menus.
- Enhance your consultancy's professionalism with Cambridge-specific voicemails and caller-ID using our cloud services.
- Streamline client communication in your Cambridge law firm by routing calls based on time with our advanced settings.
Use any device or software
Text messages (SMS) are forwarded to your email on file free of charge.
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
- iOS or Android smartphone
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone (a phone number)
- 3rd party VoIP solutions
FAQ’s
Can I get SMS on my Cambridge virtual phone number?
Yes, your Cambridge FlyNumber will come with SMS capabilities. The text message will be forwarded to the email on file free of charge. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.
Can I use my Cambridge 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 manage calls for my startup in Cambridge's innovation hub?
Absolutely! Cambridge is known for its bustling tech scene, and FlyNumber fits right in by offering a cloud phone system that enhances your startup’s communication. Whether you're coordinating with investors or connecting with customers, you can manage multiple FlyNumbers on the same account and route calls based on the time of day to meet the demands of your fast-paced environment.
How can I integrate FlyNumber with software like Asterisk if I'm setting up my tech company in Cambridge?
Integrating FlyNumber with VoIP solutions like Asterisk, FreePBX, or FreeSwitch is straightforward and perfect for tech-savvy environments such as Cambridge. This allows you to customize your call handling extensively, fitting the innovative and tech-oriented nature of the city. Plus, it gives you the flexibility to scale up as your company grows.
If I'm a Harvard or MIT student, can I use FlyNumber to keep in touch with family internationally?
Definitely! FlyNumber is ideal for Cambridge students from Harvard or MIT who want to stay connected with family all over the world. You can forward your FlyNumber to any mobile or landline worldwide, ensuring you can keep up with your studies while maintaining close contact with loved ones, all at a low per minute rate.
Can FlyNumber support a virtual office for my consulting business in Cambridge?
FlyNumber is perfect for setting up a virtual office in Cambridge. With features like call menus and the ability to save voicemails and greetings to the cloud, you can create a professional presence in one of America’s intellectual capitals without the need for a physical location. Plus, using the phone system, you can make outgoing calls with your FlyNumber as the outgoing caller-ID, reinforcing your local presence.
Will the cultural events in Cambridge affect my FlyNumber service during high traffic times?
No worries here! FlyNumber allows you to route phone calls based on the day and/or time, so you can easily manage call volumes during Cambridge’s many cultural events like the Cambridge Science Festival or film festivals. This ensures that your communication remains constant and reliable, no matter the city’s bustling schedule.
Is FlyNumber a good choice for artists and creatives in Cambridge looking to expand their reach globally?
Absolutely, FlyNumber helps Cambridge’s artists and creatives reach a global audience by facilitating international calls with ease. You can use any device or software to make and receive calls, plus forward your FlyNumber to any regular phone number in the world at a low cost. This way, you can focus on your art while FlyNumber handles your worldwide connectivity.
Local info you may want to know
Cambridge, MA, is a global education hub, home to top universities like Harvard and MIT. This intellectual hotspot attracts a diverse population, providing a rich customer base for businesses.
The city boasts a high concentration of startups and tech companies, making local phone numbers valuable for credibility and local presence. Cambridge’s tech-savvy community appreciates local connections.
Interestingly, despite its academic vibe, Cambridge has a vibrant cultural scene, enhancing opportunities for entertainment and lifestyle businesses. Purchasing a local number could well position a business in this dynamic environment.
A genuine Cambridge US phone number
In the heart of academia, Cambridge, Massachusetts boasts the 857 area code, shared with the bustling city of Boston.
When dialing a Cambridge number, the format is straightforward: dial 1 (the US country code), followed by 857, and then the seven-digit phone number.
Other cities that may tickle your fancy
- Quincy: Home to Presidents Adams, now ideal for your business calls with FlyNumber.
- Framingham: Thriving retail hub, perfect for connecting local businesses via FlyNumber's cloud phone system.
- Worcester: Known for innovation, boost your startup with flexible FlyNumber call routing.
- Boston: Steeped in history and academia, enhance your communications with FlyNumber's global reach.
- Lowell: Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, modernize your communications with our VoIP solutions.
Unlimited incoming
When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.
This is included in the price of the Cambridge phone number.
Forward to any regular phone number
For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Cambridge FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.
Use our cloud PBX system (optional) for increased flexibility:
Use cases
Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:
- Use the Cambridge 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 Cambridge, US FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
Optional Cloud Phone System
Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas.
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 the PBX) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls using the phone system app or create a SIP account.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
Make and receive calls with your Cambridge phone number using our app
If you sign up for the phone system you can use the (free) dedicated app for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS for incoming and outgoing calls.
- Unlimited incoming minutes included
- Push notifications for incoming calls
- Call history and missed call tracking
- Multiple number support for outbound calls
- While on a call trigger call recording, transfer or pickup.
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.
Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.