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Buy a virtual 0808 freephone number with your first 2 months completely free. Free to call from all UK mobiles and landlines. Choose from the numbers listed below. Usually live the same day. We call you before your number goes live.
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Find Your Perfect 0808 Number
Pick from our available 0808 freephone numbers below — or, if nothing here matches, drop your details and we’ll hand-pick options for you.
0808 Number Packages
All prices exclude VAT. No set-up fee. Solo and The Works have a 12-month minimum contract. Buy Outright is a one-off payment for the number.
Solo
£14.99/month
First 2 months FREE
- 500 free inbound minutes a month
- Call forwarding to any UK number
- Online management portal
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The Works
£24.99/month
First 2 months FREE
- 3 numbers
- 1,000 free inbound minutes a month
- Real-time reporting
- 4 call features of your choice (e.g. call recording, IVR)
- Extra features £9.99 a month + VAT each
Buy Outright
£497 one-off
Own It Forever
- Own your 0808 number outright
- Includes 2 months live service
- Then choose Solo or The Works
- Full Ofcom portability rights
- Port to any UK provider
- Ideal for memorable numbers
The Works includes 4 call features of your choice; extras are £9.99 a month + VAT each. Need help choosing? Call 0330 332 0400
How to Get an 0808 Number in 3 Steps
We call you before your number goes live.
1
Choose Your Number
Browse our selection of 0808 freephone numbers to find the perfect number for your business.
2
Pick Your Package
Select Solo, The Works or Buy Outright. No set-up fee. Solo and The Works are 12-month minimum contracts; Buy Outright is a one-off payment for the number.
3
Go Live
Tell us where to forward your calls and your new 0808 number is usually live the same day. Manage everything from our online portal or smartphone app.
20+ Call Features
Call features for your 0808 number: Solo includes call forwarding. The Works includes 4 call features of your choice from 20+. Extra features on The Works are £9.99 a month + VAT each.
Call Forwarding
Voicemail to Email
Call Recording
Call Whisper
Time-of-Day Routing
Hunt Groups
IVR Auto-Attendant
Analytics Dashboard
Online Portal
Smartphone App
Caller ID Display
Missed Call Alerts
Manage Everything From Your Online Portal
Every 0808 number comes with access to our web-based management portal. Change your call routing, view call analytics, listen to recordings, and update your settings — all from one dashboard. No technical knowledge required.
- ✓ Change call routing in real time
- ✓ View call history and analytics
- ✓ Listen to call recordings
- ✓ Set time-of-day routing schedules
- ✓ Also available as a smartphone app
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Why Buy an 0808 Number?
The business advantages of a freephone number
Free for Your Customers to Call
Since July 2015, Ofcom mandates that all 0808 numbers are completely free to call from any UK mobile or landline. This removes the cost barrier and encourages more customers to pick up the phone.
Professional Business Image
An 0808 number instantly signals that your business is established and customer-focused. Customers are significantly more likely to call a freephone number than a standard geographic or mobile number.
National Presence, Local Service
Whether you operate from one location or ten, an 0808 number gives you a single national point of contact. Route incoming calls to different locations based on time of day or team availability.
Increase Inbound Enquiries
Businesses that switch to an 0808 freephone number typically see a measurable increase in call volume. When calling is free, customers call more often, giving your sales team more opportunities.
Take Your Number Anywhere
Unlike geographic numbers tied to a physical address, your 0808 number travels with your business. Move offices, change providers, or expand without ever losing your number.
Ofcom-Regulated and Fully Portable
All UK 0808 numbers are regulated by Ofcom. You have the legal right to port your 0808 number to any provider at any time.
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UK Businesses Supported
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Years in Business
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Usual Set-up Time
Everything You Should Know Before Buying an 0808 Number
In-depth guides from our telecoms team — read up before you choose your number
Who Uses 0808 Numbers?
UK organisations that rely on 0808 freephone — from charities and helplines to major retail brands.
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Are 0808 Numbers Free from Mobile?
Since 1 July 2015, all 0808 calls are free to callers from any UK mobile — the Ofcom rules explained.
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0808 Area Code Explained
How 0808 fits in the UK freephone family — the Ofcom Unbundled Tariff rules, business economics, use cases.
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Are 0808 Numbers Free on EE?
EE mobile users and 0808 — the free-to-caller rule, plus any legacy edge cases.
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0808 Numbers on iD Mobile
iD Mobile customers and 0808 — free-to-call, no bundle usage, PAYG explanation.
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0808 vs 0800 vs 0300
The three UK non-geographic ranges compared — when to choose which for your business.
Read guide →
How Much Does an 0808 Number Cost?
The cost of an 0808 number depends on your provider and package. At Number Supermarket, virtual 0808 numbers come with your first 2 months completely free, then from £14.99/mo + VAT on our Solo package (500 free inbound minutes a month). Our most popular plan, The Works, is £24.99/mo + VAT with 3 numbers, 1,000 free inbound minutes a month, real-time reporting and 4 call features of your choice (for example call recording, IVR, hunt groups). Extra features on The Works are £9.99 a month + VAT each.
There is no set-up fee. Solo and The Works are 12-month minimum contracts. If you want to own your 0808 number outright, we also offer a one-off purchase option for £497 + VAT, which includes full Ofcom portability rights.
For callers, 0808 numbers are completely free to call from any UK mobile or landline — the business receiving the call pays a per-minute rate that is covered by your package's free inbound minutes, up to your monthly allowance.
Frequently Asked Questions About 0808 Numbers
How much does an 0808 number cost?
0808 numbers from Number Supermarket come with your first 2 months completely free, then from £14.99/mo + VAT on the Solo package. The Works package is £24.99/month + VAT and includes 3 numbers, 1,000 free inbound minutes a month, real-time reporting and 4 call features of your choice (for example call recording, IVR, hunt groups). Extra features on The Works are £9.99 a month + VAT each. You can also buy a number outright for a one-off payment of £497 + VAT. There is no set-up fee. Solo and The Works are 12-month minimum contracts.
Are 0808 numbers free to call?
Yes. Since 1st July 2015, all 0808 and 0800 numbers are completely free to call from any UK mobile phone or landline. This was mandated by Ofcom and applies to all UK networks including EE, Vodafone, O2, and Three.
Can I divert my 0808 number to a mobile?
Yes. When you buy an 0808 number from Number Supermarket, you can forward calls to any UK landline or mobile number. You can change your divert destination at any time through our online portal or smartphone app.
How quickly can I get an 0808 number?
Your 0808 number is usually live the same day. You choose your number and select your package, and we call you before your number goes live. No engineers, no installations.
What features are included with an 0808 number?
Solo includes call forwarding. The Works includes 4 call features of your choice from 20+. Extra features on The Works are £9.99 a month + VAT each. With The Works, the options for your 0808 number include voicemail to email, call recording, call whisper, time-of-day routing, hunt groups and IVR auto-attendant.
Do I need special equipment for an 0808 number?
No. An 0808 number works with your existing phone setup. Calls are forwarded to whatever number you choose — office landline, mobile, or home phone. There is no hardware to install and no software required.
Can I keep my 0808 number if I switch provider?
Yes. Under Ofcom regulations, you have the right to port your 0808 number to any other provider. Porting usually takes 1–2 weeks, depending on the network. If you bought your number outright, it is yours.
Who uses 0808 numbers?
0808 numbers are used by businesses of all sizes across the UK, from sole traders to large corporations. They are popular with customer service departments, sales teams, helplines, charities, and any business that wants to make it free for customers to call.
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0808 vs Other UK Business Numbers
Not sure which number type is right for you? Here's how they compare
| Number Type | Cost to Caller | Best For | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0808 Freephone | Free from all UK phones | Customer service, sales, helplines | 2 months FREE |
| 0800 Freephone | Free from all UK phones | Established freephone — identical rules | 2 months FREE |
| 0345 Local Rate | Included in caller's minutes | General enquiries, support lines | £14.99/mo + VAT |
| 0330 Local Rate | Included in caller's minutes | UK-wide 03 number, same call cost as 01/02 | £14.99/mo + VAT |
| 0300 Local Rate | Included in caller's minutes | Charities & public sector | £14.99/mo + VAT |
| 01/02 Geographic | Included in caller's minutes | Local presence in a specific area | £14.99/mo + VAT |
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