Why Google Voice Fails to Accept Your Number: Common Issues Explained

Discover why Google Voice may not accept your number and learn how to fix it in this insightful Q&A.

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Google Voice may not accept your number due to several reasons: it could be a landline or VoIP number, or it's already linked to another Google account. To resolve this, try using a different mobile number or check your current Google Voice settings to unlink any previous numbers.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why can't I use my landline number on Google Voice? Google Voice does not accept landline numbers because they require a mobile number for account verification and service functionality.
  2. How do I unlink a number from my Google Voice account? To unlink a number, go to Google Voice settings, find the linked number section, and remove the number you wish to unlink.
  3. What types of numbers are accepted by Google Voice? Google Voice accepts mobile numbers and some VoIP numbers, but not landlines or numbers already associated with a different Google account.