Port from Google Voice
Step-by-step guide to transfer your phone number from Google Voice to OpenPhone
Overview
Transferring your Google Voice number to OpenPhone requires unlocking the number first through Google’s portal, then completing the standard porting process. The entire process typically takes 1-2 weeks.Before you begin
Requirements
- Active Google Voice account with the number you want to port
- $3 fee for Google Voice to unlock the number
- Google account credentials
- Access to the email associated with your Google Voice account
What to know
- Your old Google Voice messages remain in your Google account after porting
- The number must be unlocked before you can port it
- Google Workspace (shown in our documentation as Google Voice Paid) numbers follow a different process than this one
Unlocking your Google Voice number
Step 1: Access the unlock page
Visit google.com/voice/unlock and sign in to your Google account.Step 2: Select and unlock your number
Click Unlock my number below the Google Voice number you want to port. If you have multiple numbers, select the correct one from the dropdown menu first.
Step 3: Pay the unlock fee
Google charges a $3 fee to unlock your number for porting. The payment screen confirms that your messages will remain in your Google Voice account.Step 4: Complete payment
Pay the fee through Google Pay. You’ll receive a receipt at your registered email address.
Step 5: Verify unlock status
After payment, the Number Porting status will show “Unlocked”.
Porting to OpenPhone
Once your number is unlocked, you can initiate the port to OpenPhone.Required information
When porting from Google Voice, you’ll need:- Letter of Authorization: Completed during the porting process
- Billing proof: Screenshot of the “number unlocked” page
- PIN: Your Google Voice voicemail PIN (or 0000 if you don’t have one)
- Account number: Your Google account email address
Next steps
Follow the standard porting process to complete your transfer to OpenPhone.For Google Workspace (business) numbers, refer to the Workspace Admin guide for specific instructions.
FAQs
How long does it take to port from Google Voice?
How long does it take to port from Google Voice?
After unlocking your number, the porting process typically takes 1-2 weeks. The unlock itself is immediate after payment.
Will I lose my Google Voice messages?
Will I lose my Google Voice messages?
No, all your messages remain in your Google Voice account even after the number is ported away.
Can I port a Google Workspace number?
Can I port a Google Workspace number?
Yes, but the process is different. Workspace admins should follow Google’s specific guide for business numbers.
What if I forgot my Google Voice PIN?
What if I forgot my Google Voice PIN?
If you don’t have a voicemail PIN set up, use 0000 as your PIN when submitting the port request.