About NANPA

Posted on August 28, 2010 by smsgov

We had a question about NANPA–The North American Numbering Plan Administration. So here is what this group does: As administrator of the 800-855 resource, NANPA is responsible for assigning 800-855 numbers and maintaining an accurate record of the entity responsible for each assignment. The 800-855 resource is to be used only for the purpose of accessing public services on the PSTN intended for the deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired. And, if a service provider goes out of business, or if the assignee no longer provides the services for which the 800-855 number was assigned, the number must be returned to NANPA.

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Approved Toll Free Providers For 855

Posted on August 9, 2010 by smsgov

Now that 855 toll free area code numbers are expected to be available soon, consumers are looking to get their own 855 number. Here is a list of approved toll free providers:

SMS-GOV.US maintains a list of approved Toll Free Service Providers.  We have compiled the full list below:

APPROVED RESPORGS: In alphabetical order

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Brokers Face Big Fines

Posted on July 13, 2010 by smsgov

In an unstable economy, small businesses need reliable marketing tools to increase the flow of new and repeat business and compete with bigger, sustained companies. Toll free numbers instantly win customer confidence and give new businesses the jumpstart they need to grow into sustained companies.

Advisors say the best way to obtain a toll free number before supply runs out is to use a legal, reliable toll free service provider that has access to the database of available numbers.

Read more here.

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FCC Makes Arrest in Toll Free Brokering Sting

Posted on July 2, 2010 by smsgov

According to the FCC, anyone who is caught hoarding or selling toll free numbers will face severe penalties. In the past these have included an $11,000 fine per incident.

The demand for 800 numbers is at an all-time high. Finite supplies of available 800, 888, 877 and 866 numbers are plummeting. Making the situation worse, hopes that the new 855 numbers would soon be released have been dashed as insiders report the launch of the numbers may be held off until 2011. Meanwhile more than two-thirds of available numbers have been taken and millions of news numbers are registered each year.

According to the FCC, toll free numbers are becoming increasingly popular for business and personal use.

Read more here.

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Toll Free Hoarding Isn’t Just Unfair, It’s Illegal

Posted on June 20, 2010 by smsgov

The owner of a valuable 800 toll free number who attempted to illegally sell the number to an undercover agent faces stiff fines according to regulations set by the Federal Communications Commission.

Read more here.

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Selling Toll Free Numbers is No Laughing Matter

Posted on June 7, 2010 by smsgov

In an unstable economy, small businesses need reliable marketing tools to increase the flow of new and repeat business and compete with bigger, sustained companies. Toll free numbers instantly win customer confidence and give new businesses the jump start they need to grow into sustained companies.

Advisers say the best way to obtain a toll free number before supply runs out is to use a legal, reliable toll free service provider that has access to the database of available numbers.

Read more here.

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We Are SMSGOV

Posted on April 17, 2010 by smsgov

SMSGOV.com is home to the Toll Free Advisory Committee (TAC). The Toll Free Advisory Committee (TAC) is a self regulated association of telecom companies. We work as an external layer within the toll free industry. We aggregate news and information involving Responsible Organizations and regulatory agencies including the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and the Service Management System (SMS800.)

Read more here.

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Becoming A Resp Org

Posted on April 15, 2010 by smsgov

The application process consists of three main steps:

1. Fill out and submit the 10 page Service Establishment Form.
2. Send your deposit to the SMS800 Help Desk. (about $4000)
3. Study for and pass the certification test

You can begin the application process by clicking here

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800-Mattress Giant Found

Posted on April 1, 2010 by smsgov

Kay Barrigan was found dead at her Searingtown home, police said. (Handout)

Kay Barragan was a stylish woman who liked pretty clothes and perfume, said her daughter, Kay Otilia Massell, of Santa Rosa, Calif.Get more on this tragic story here.

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Higher Cost Canadian Toll Frees

Posted on March 26, 2010 by smsgov

Bell Canada recently announced it is increasing its rates for toll free service. This is an important reminder that subscribers should carefully shop around before signing on for toll free service.Read more about this increase here.

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