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Rhode Island phone numbers
What can you use a Rhode Island number for?
Using a local RI area code phone number can be advantageous for businesses because it can help them establish a local presence and increase trust with customers who prefer to do business with local companies. Additionally, customers are more likely to answer calls from a RI number as they are more familiar with the area code.
Why do customers trust Rhode Island numbers?
Customers tend to be more familiar with the local area code and may assume that the business is located in Rhode Island. This can create a sense of trust and familiarity as customers may feel more comfortable doing business with a company that is geographically close to them.
In addition, local phone numbers may be seen as more legitimate and trustworthy than toll-free or non-geographic phone numbers, which are often associated with telemarketing and scams. Customers may be more likely to answer calls from Rhode Island (RI) numbers because they are less likely to be spam or unwanted calls.
We can help you get a local RI area code
Businesses can use virtual phone numbers to appear more local by obtaining a virtual number with a Rhode Island area code. Virtual phone numbers are essentially phone numbers that are not tied to a specific physical phone line, but instead, they can be routed to any phone number or device the business chooses.
Chalkboard is a fully app-based service that gives you local business phone numbers (any area code, including RI numbers) that route straight to your mobile phone. It helps you to keep work separate, keep personal numbers private, and share calls and texts with your team.
Which Rhode Island phone numbers can you choose?
| Code | Area served |
|---|---|
| 401 | Area code 401 covers the entire state of Rhode Island. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
How to use your Rhode Island phone number
Just install the app, choose your new phone numbers and start calling & messaging with the whole team straight away.
Choose the virtual Rhode Island phone number that you like and secure it instantly. There's no setup fees.
It's available on the Apple App Store® (for iPhone®), or on Google Play (for Android phones such as Samsung).
Set up your customisable auto-replies and voicemails. Don’t worry if you miss something, you can always make changes later. There are no extra charge for features or calls.
With a few more taps, you can invite the rest of your team. When a call comes in, anyone in the team can pick up. It also allows anyone in the team to make calls from the number and send/reply to SMS.
Get a business presence in Rhode Island
Rhode Island (RI) is a USA region with a population of 1,096,000. Here's what else you need to know if you're thinking of getting a Rhode Island telephone number.
About Rhode Island
Rhode Island, a U.S. state in New England, is known for sandy shores and seaside Colonial towns. It's home to several large cities, including Newport, which is famed for sailing and Gilded Age mansions, such as The Breakers. Providence, its capital, is home to Brown University, green Roger Williams Park, landscaped Waterplace Park and Riverwalk, with the famed WaterFire art installation.
Area codes
There are 1 area codes available within Rhode Island. Chalkboard allows you to buy a local RI area code, and use our simple app to make calls, send messages, and share the number with the rest of your team.
Available area codes
The area codes in Rhode Island are 401. Scroll down this page and you'll find links to find out more about each area code.
More credibility
Using a Rhode Island phone number can help businesses establish trust and credibility with their local customer base and increase the likelihood of customers answering their calls.
Use with other area codes
With Chalkboard, you can have multiple numbers (all with different area codes), route calls and text messages straight through to your phone. You don't have to be located in the Rhode Island area.
A modern, affordable solution
It used to be complicated and expensive getting virtual phone numbers. Now, it's as easy as installing an app and choosing a number that suits you. Chalkboard is affordable too, and pricing is simple & predictable.
