Retired Toll Free Numbers

Posted on July 6, 2009 by smsgov

When an 800 number is disconnected, it goes into what is referred to as the aging process. After several months, it becomes available for use on the 800 Service Management System (SMS/800) database and is up for grabs. The good retired numbers go fast. But the overall percentage of retired numbers is quite low because toll free service is so effective and profitable that businesses, organizations, and non-profits who secure a 1-800 number tend to hold onto it. Even those who take a break from their businesses often hang onto their numbers indefinitely. It costs so little to keep a toll free number that they decide to retain their favored phone number for future use.

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Toll Free Number Aims to Curb Underage Drinking

Posted on July 6, 2009 by smsgov

Randy Yank knows his daughters Megan and Lindsey are faced with temptation each day, especially when it comes to alcohol.

“I’m shocked at some of the things I hear. I wasn’t perfect or anything, but it’s a lot worse now than it ever was when I was in High School,” said Yank.

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