How Long Can You Keep Your Google Voice Number Active?

Learn how to maintain your Google Voice number indefinitely by using it at least once every six months to avoid losing it.

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You can keep your Google Voice number indefinitely as long as you use it regularly. Google requires that you make at least one call or text every six months to keep your number active. If you fail to do so, your number may be reclaimed. To avoid this, simply schedule a reminder to use your Google Voice number periodically.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens if I don’t use my Google Voice number for six months? If you don’t make at least one call or send a text using your Google Voice number within six months, Google may reclaim it, causing you to lose the number.
  2. How often do I need to use my Google Voice number to keep it active? You need to use your Google Voice number at least once every six months—via call or text—to keep it active and prevent it from being reclaimed.
  3. Can I lose my Google Voice number if I stop using it temporarily? Yes, if you stop using your Google Voice number for more than six months, it may be reclaimed by Google, so periodic use is required to retain it.