Skype: Set up a phone number - how it works
If you want to be able to receive calls from landline phones or cell phones on Skype, you have to set up a phone number for a fee. We answer the most important questions about the Skype number here.
How much does a Skype number cost and how do I pay for it?
- A practical feature of the Skype telephone number is that, regardless of where you really live, you can usually freely choose the area code and country code.
- However, Germany is one of the countries where you have to provide a registration address to get the Skype phone number.
- You can pay for the Skype number via Skype credit, credit card or bank transfer.
- The prices depend on various factors. You can get a Skype number for Germany, for example, for 28.75 euros per year.
How do I get a Skype phone number?
- Sign in to your Skype account.
- Then select the "Skype number" tile under "Manage functions".
- In the "Functions" menu, click the "Buy Skype number" button.
- Then you decide from which country you would like to have your Skype number.
- Then enter your data again.
- In the end, you decide on a three-month or a twelve-month subscription.
- Skype will then send you a confirmation email in which you will also find out when your phone number is activated.
If you are the proud owner of a Skype number, you can of course also forward the incoming calls. Learn how to quickly set up call forwarding on Skype here.