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Porting a Skype number

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Porting a Skype number

CAN I PORT A SKYPE NUMBER

Yes, porting a Skype number to Crazytel is possible. However, it can be a tricky process due to some unique aspects of Skype's number management system. With the right information and preparation, you can successfully transfer your number.

PREREQUISITES

Before beginning the porting process, ensure you have:

  1. An active Crazytel account
  1. Your Skype number is eligible for porting (must be a standard geographic)
  1. Your Skype subscription is active and not expired
  1. Access to your Skype account details
  1. Authorization to port the number (you must be the account holder)\

ACCOUNT NUMBER CHALLENGE

This is where many customers encounter difficulty. Skype often doesn't provide a traditional account number as other carriers do.

Solution: When prompted for an account number, many successful ports have used ""0000"" (four zeros) in this field. This is a workaround that has worked for many customers porting from Skype.

MAINTAINING SERVICE

To avoid service interruption:

  1. Keep your Skype subscription active until the port is complete
  1. Set up your Crazytel service before initiating the port"