866 numbers are the newest toll free numbers, released by the Federal Communications Commission in 2000 to address the shortage of 800, 888, and 877 numbers. Once consumers began to recognize the 866 pre-fix as toll free, the value of 866 soared. Recent studies indicate that 9 out of 10 consumers recognize 866 as a toll free number. The 866 numbers are more popular then ever before, increasing in demand every day.
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It’s interesting – from what I’ve read and heard from customers, 866 numbers are preferred even over 877. Maybe it’s an attraction to even or “round” numbers, but something about 877 causes it to be less appealing and less recognized as toll free.
It’s good that 866 is widely recognized. 800 numbers are becoming increasingly scarce, and quality 866 numbers are still very much available.
How would our tiny company secure:
1-866-xxx-xxxx as our toll free number, and
what would be the fee?
Thanks Darrell , :
Florida