Ideally, youd like to swap the two, but how?
So, heres how to do it the right way.
That gig meant I was testing a new phone with a new SIM card every one to two weeks.
Eventually, Messages got RCS support, with greater security and media support, while GV still hasnt.
The thing was, I didnt want to lose either number, because I still get calls on both.
Prepare
First, be aware of is that this process may take a few days to complete.
For me, that was T-Mobile.
I called tech support and they activated the new line immediately.
This incurred a one-time setup fee of $10 (different carriers vary).
This should take just a few minutes to complete.
Youll have to restart both devices once its complete.
Again, this can only be done remotely if youre using eSIMs.
Step 3
Go to the Google Voice website atvoice.google.com.
Go toSettings, and then under Account, youll see your GV number.
It will charge you $3 to do this.
They will need your GV phone number as well as the PIN number that GV just gave you.
Once youve done that, congrats!
Your Google Voice number should now be associated with your main phone.
you’re able to confirm that its worked by looking at the About section under your phones controls.
Have a friend text you to see if youre receiving texts as expected.
Step 6
GV will send a text message to that temporary phone/original number, containing a 6-digit PIN.
Enter that PIN on the Google Voice page thats requesting it, and hitConfirm.
This will cost you $20, payable through Google Pay.
Once youve paid, you should be all done.
Step 7
At this point, youre effectively done!
you might retire your old/temporary phone now, as it shouldnt have a phone number associated with it anymore.
your former Google Voice number).
