Google Voice is a communication platform developed by Google that provides users with a free phone number, voicemail, and call forwarding services. It allows you to make and receive calls and text messages from any device with an internet connection, including computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Here's how Google Voice works:
- First, you'll need to sign up for a Google Voice account using your Google account. If you don't have a Google account, you'll need to create one.
- Once you're signed up, you'll be able to choose a phone number from a list of available numbers. You can choose a number from any area code, and you can also search for a number with specific digits or a specific combination of letters.
- Once you've chosen a number, you can set up call forwarding so that calls to your Google Voice number are automatically forwarded to your existing phone number. You can also set up custom voicemail greetings, call screening, and other features.
- To make calls using Google Voice, you can either use the Google Voice app on your smartphone or make calls directly from the Google Voice website on your computer. When you make a call, the recipient will see your Google Voice number on their caller ID.
- You can also send and receive text messages using Google Voice, either through the Google Voice app or through the website.
- Finally, you can manage your Google Voice account settings and call history through the Google Voice website.
Overall, Google Voice is a useful tool for anyone who wants to consolidate their phone number and communications across multiple devices, or who wants a free alternative to traditional phone service.