What is the process to port out my number to another provider?
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99% of the porting process is handled by the new service provider. They will be the ones to provide status updates, timeframes, and correct any issues that may occur.
- Your GazelleTel service must be active in order to port your number to a new provider.
- Initiate the process with the new service provider. We are unable to transfer numbers out.
- The required proof of ownership (bill copy alternative) can be obtained by logging into the GazelleTel Bill Center. From there you'll be able to download bill copies.
- Your new provider will have you complete and sign an LOA form they provide.
- They will then notify our carrier of your number porting request and they will verify your information.
- All updates will need to come from your new provider. We do not have any visibility into their timelines.
- It is important that we are notified of any phone numbers that you have ported away or plan to port away in the immediate future. It will help ensure a smoother transition, allow us to update call translations and routing, and prevent any numbers left behind from being redistributed to other customers.
Please note: If you delete a number from the administrative portal on your account, it will be returned to our inventory pool and made available for reuse.