Information Density: Grasshopper – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

[H1] The best business phone app for entrepreneurs.
Look professional with a virtual phone system that separates business calls, messages, and contacts from personal ones.Pick a custom number
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[H2] Trusted by over 150,000 small businesses – and counting.
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[H2] 4.8/5
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[H2] 4.4/5
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[H1] Get your perfect business number.
Put your best foot forward with the right number for your business.
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Give your business a national presence and sound more professional with a 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888, or true 800 number.
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Add a personal flair with a vanity number, like 1-800-YOURBIZ.
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Create trust and credibility for your locally-run business with a local number in any city of your choice!
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[H1] Local Numbers
Create trust and credibility for your locally-run business with a local number in any city of your choice!
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[H1] Toll-Free Number
Give your business a national presence and sound more professional with a 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888, or true 800 number.
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[H1] Vanity Numbers
Add a personal flair with a vanity number, like 1-800-YOURBIZ.
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[H1] Local Numbers
Create trust and credibility for your locally-run business with a local number in any city of your choice!
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[H1] Toll-Free Number
Give your business a national presence and sound more professional with a 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888, or true 800 number.
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[H1] Vanity Numbers
Add a personal flair with a vanity number, like 1-800-YOURBIZ.
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[H1] Local Numbers
Create trust and credibility for your locally-run business with a local number in any city of your choice!123Start a free trial
Already have a number? Port your number to Grasshopper »

[H2] A business phone app tailored and priced specifically for entrepreneurs.
Easy & affordableLook like a proAll-in-one organizationSeparate work from personalTap our trusted partners
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[H3] Easy & affordable
[H3] Look like a pro
[H3] All-in-one organization
[H3] Separate work from personal
[H3] Tap our trusted partners
[H1] Get started with Grasshopper in minutes.
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Get a toll-free, vanity, or local number – or port your existing.
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Try Grasshopper free for 7 days, or select a monthly or annual plan.
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Call and text using iOS, Android, or desktop.
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Log-in and start communicating with customers immediately.
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[H1] You’re all set

Log-in and start communicating with customers immediately.
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[H1] Select a business number
Get a toll-free, vanity, or local number – or port your existing.
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[H1] Select a plan
Try Grasshopper free for 7 days, or select a monthly or annual plan.
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[H1] Download the app
Call and text using iOS, Android, or desktop.
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[H1] You’re all set

Log-in and start communicating with customers immediately.
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[H1] Select a business number
Get a toll-free, vanity, or local number – or port your existing.
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[H1] Select a plan
Try Grasshopper free for 7 days, or select a monthly or annual plan.
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[H1] Download the app
Call and text using iOS, Android, or desktop.
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[H1] You’re all set

Log-in and start communicating with customers immediately.1234Start a free trial
[H1] A virtual phone system in your pocket.
CoreCallingMessagingAdminAdd-OnsGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
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Select from our inventory of vanity, local, or toll-free numbers — or port your own number for free.
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Give employees or departments extensions with their own call forwarding options.Learn more
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Add multiple users with their own extensions and quick set up guide.
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Provide updates and quick replies via text messaging through your business number.Learn more
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Stay connected with Grasshopper on your desktop, iPhone, or Android device.Learn more
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Access live support agents at any time to help answer any of your business questions.Grasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
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Send business calls to your personal phone or to another team member.Learn more
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Set up automatic recording for all inbound and outbound calls - on every extension.Learn more
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Record personalized messages to welcome your customers.Learn more
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Take multiple calls at once so customers are never left waiting.
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Use your internet connection to make and receive calls when cell reception is unreliable.Learn more
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Give employees or departments extensions with their own call forwarding options.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
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Automatically send a text to new callers whenever you can't pick up.Learn more
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Receive voicemail as digital audio recordings sent to your email.Learn more
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Receive read-outs of voicemail over email for quick scannability.Learn more
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Customize your view-filter by calls, texts, voicemails, or see everything in one place.
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Connect your email to your phone number to receive incoming faxes as PDF files.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
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Customize your extensions, greetings, call flow, permissions, and more in a simple guided set up.Learn more
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Automatically direct your callers based on a pre-set schedule for open and closed hours.
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Screen callers, block calls, and set up custom schedules for your business operations.Learn more
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Clearly identify personal from business contacts with dedicated lists.
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Receive easy-to-read success reports that dive into every aspect of your calls.
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Save on essential small business services like LegalZoom, WordPress, and Ruby.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
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Position yourself with a larger footprint by adding department and/or employee extensions. ($3/month each)Learn more
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Add more Grasshopper numbers anytime, without having to change your plan. ($9/month each)
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Ring each line simultaneously to reduce wait times and increase customer satisfaction. ($9/month)
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Make the right first impression with polished greetings by professional voice actors in English, Spanish, or French. ($75/order)
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Select an international calling plan that works best for your business.
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Never miss a call by adding live, US - based receptionists. (30% off your first month)Learn more
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[H1] Over 400,000 happy customers served.
Here's what a few of them have to say about Grasshopper. Previous
"Their system allows us to present a professional image, route calls efficiently, and keep communication seamless, even when we are working remotely or traveling. It’s become a reliable part of our day-to-day operations and has truly supported the growth of our business."
Offshore Relief"It has enabled us to handle all incoming calls where ever we are, manage incoming voicemails and messages, immediately send text messages and store pertinent information, and save money."Pro Resume"We chose Grasshopper because we need all of our customer communications to be pushed to the same place."Home Maintenance"Having a phone number on our site increased conversion of site visitors to sign up and paid users."Accountant"Grasshopper lets my company scale like never before. Now, my entire team is accessible to our customers since all employees can answer calls despite their location or time zone."Retail Management"Grasshopper has helped me transition from being perceived as a small "mom and pop shop" to a professional business, which is a top priority for the success of my company."Personal Chef"The flexibility of being able to manage calls from anywhere, route calls to my team, and present a polished front for our agency has been invaluable. It’s one of those tools that quietly does its job really well, which is exactly what you want in the background of a busy business."Destination by Design
"The platform makes it easier for team members to seamlessly work from the office, home, or remote client locations."
Northwest Skills
"Grasshopper lets us have separate numbers for each location while managing everything from one central system. We use it for calls, texts, and sharing photos with clients, which keeps our team organized and responsive across all our markets. It’s truly elevated our professionalism and client experience."
Kiss This Makeup
"Their system allows us to present a professional image, route calls efficiently, and keep communication seamless, even when we are working remotely or traveling. It’s become a reliable part of our day-to-day operations and has truly supported the growth of our business."
Offshore Relief"It has enabled us to handle all incoming calls where ever we are, manage incoming voicemails and messages, immediately send text messages and store pertinent information, and save money."Pro Resume"We chose Grasshopper because we need all of our customer communications to be pushed to the same place."Home Maintenance"Having a phone number on our site increased conversion of site visitors to sign up and paid users."Accountant"Grasshopper lets my company scale like never before. Now, my entire team is accessible to our customers since all employees can answer calls despite their location or time zone."Retail Management"Grasshopper has helped me transition from being perceived as a small "mom and pop shop" to a professional business, which is a top priority for the success of my company."Personal Chef"The flexibility of being able to manage calls from anywhere, route calls to my team, and present a polished front for our agency has been invaluable. It’s one of those tools that quietly does its job really well, which is exactly what you want in the background of a busy business."Destination by Design
"The platform makes it easier for team members to seamlessly work from the office, home, or remote client locations."
Northwest Skills
"Grasshopper lets us have separate numbers for each location while managing everything from one central system. We use it for calls, texts, and sharing photos with clients, which keeps our team organized and responsive across all our markets. It’s truly elevated our professionalism and client experience."
Kiss This Makeup
"Their system allows us to present a professional image, route calls efficiently, and keep communication seamless, even when we are working remotely or traveling. It’s become a reliable part of our day-to-day operations and has truly supported the growth of our business."
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[H2] Frequently Asked Questions
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[H3] Is Grasshopper an app?
[H3] What is Grasshopper?
[H3] Does Grasshopper replace my service provider?
[H3] When do I pick my phone number(s)?
[H3] Do I have to pay by the minute?
[H3] Is Grasshopper a VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) phone service?
[H3] How good is Grasshopper’s call quality?
[H1] Look like a pro every time you connect.
Get started with Grasshopper today.Start a free trial

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[H1] Virtual phone number extensions for your small business.
Appear bigger and more established with virtual phone extensions from Grasshopper.Start a free trial
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[H1] What are phone extensions?
Grasshopper’s virtual extensions make it easy for callers to reach the right person or get important information fast. There are 3 key types of extensions included in all Grasshopper plans:
Information extensions share business info such as “Press 1 for business hours”
Department extensions route callers to a the right department, so multiple team members have the chance to answer, such as “Press 2 for sales,”
Person extensions route callers to the right individual, such as 'Press 3 for Gary'
Route calls directly to your team, mobile devices, or automated messages. Extensions keep your business organized, help you respond quickly, and create a professional experience for every caller - no matter where you or your team are working.
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[H1] How to get virtual phone extensions for your business:
Grasshopper offers phone numbers with extensions that are simple to set up.
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Choose a toll-free or local number and select a plan that fits your needs.
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Easily customize your extension settings from within your online account.
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Call your business number and see how professional it sounds!
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[H3] Try it Out
Call your business number and see how professional it sounds!
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[H3] Get Grasshopper
Choose a toll-free or local number and select a plan that fits your needs.
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[H3] Adjust Settings
Easily customize your extension settings from within your online account.
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[H3] Try it Out
Call your business number and see how professional it sounds!
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[H3] Get Grasshopper
Choose a toll-free or local number and select a plan that fits your needs.
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[H3] Adjust Settings
Easily customize your extension settings from within your online account.
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[H3] Try it Out
Call your business number and see how professional it sounds!123Start a free trial
[H1] What are the benefits of phone number extensions?

Sound more professional by automatically answering calls with useful info about your company.
Make your business look bigger with extensions for separate departments (even if they all forward back to you!).
Distribute calls evenly to team members or to the next available with customizable call routing extensions.
Enable your employees to customize their extensions with their own voicemail and call forwarding rules.
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[H1] The simple choice for small business phone extensions.
Get a Grasshopper virtual phone system with extensions, no extra hardware needed.With Grasshopper, you can outfit any phone with extensions – plus a whole lot more. Take advantage of tools like:

A full virtual phone system with VoIP, custom greetings, and lots more.
The ability to send and receive text messages on your business number.
Mobile and desktop apps to ensure you’re always connected, even when you’re on the go.
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[H1] A virtual phone system in your pocket.
CoreCallingMessagingAdminAdd-OnsGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
[IMG: Account Management]
Select from our inventory of vanity, local, or toll-free numbers — or port your own number for free.
[IMG: Call Routing Double]
Give employees or departments extensions with their own call forwarding options.Learn more
[IMG: Presenter Switch]
Add multiple users with their own extensions and quick set up guide.
[IMG: Messaging]
Provide updates and quick replies via text messaging through your business number.Learn more
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Stay connected with Grasshopper on your desktop, iPhone, or Android device.Learn more
[IMG: OmniChannel]
Access live support agents at any time to help answer any of your business questions.Grasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
[IMG: Speed Dial]
Send business calls to your personal phone or to another team member.Learn more
[IMG: Recording]
Set up automatic recording for all inbound and outbound calls - on every extension.Learn more
[IMG: Sound]
Record personalized messages to welcome your customers.Learn more
[IMG: Call Hold]
Take multiple calls at once so customers are never left waiting.
[IMG: VOIP]
Use your internet connection to make and receive calls when cell reception is unreliable.Learn more
[IMG: Missed Call]
Give employees or departments extensions with their own call forwarding options.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
[IMG: Chat]
Automatically send a text to new callers whenever you can't pick up.Learn more
[IMG: OmniChannel]
Receive voicemail as digital audio recordings sent to your email.Learn more
[IMG: Voicemail Email]
Receive read-outs of voicemail over email for quick scannability.Learn more
[IMG: Inbound Call Filters]
Customize your view-filter by calls, texts, voicemails, or see everything in one place.
[IMG: Virtual Fax]
Connect your email to your phone number to receive incoming faxes as PDF files.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
[IMG: Settings Screen]
Customize your extensions, greetings, call flow, permissions, and more in a simple guided set up.Learn more
[IMG: Calendar Outlook]
Automatically direct your callers based on a pre-set schedule for open and closed hours.
[IMG: Call Monitor]
Screen callers, block calls, and set up custom schedules for your business operations.Learn more
[IMG: Local Directory]
Clearly identify personal from business contacts with dedicated lists.
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Receive easy-to-read success reports that dive into every aspect of your calls.
[IMG: Customer Loyalty]
Save on essential small business services like LegalZoom, WordPress, and Ruby.Learn moreGrasshopper gives you the features you need to stay connected on the go.
[IMG: Extension Transfer]
Position yourself with a larger footprint by adding department and/or employee extensions. ($3/month each)Learn more
[IMG: Conference Calling]
Add more Grasshopper numbers anytime, without having to change your plan. ($9/month each)
[IMG: Call Routing Double]
Ring each line simultaneously to reduce wait times and increase customer satisfaction. ($9/month)
[IMG: Record]
Make the right first impression with polished greetings by professional voice actors in English, Spanish, or French. ($75/order)
[IMG: World]
Select an international calling plan that works best for your business.
[IMG: Voice Meetings]
Never miss a call by adding live, US - based receptionists. (30% off your first month)Learn more
[H3] Core
[H3] Calling
[H3] Messaging
[H3] Admin
[H3] Add-Ons
Start a free trial
[H2] Frequently Asked Questions
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[H3] How do I add an extension to a phone number?
[H3] How many extensions can I have with Grasshopper?
[H3] Can I use Grasshopper for existing phone numbers with extensions in my office?
[H3] Does Grasshopper offer toll-free extensions?
[H1] Get virtual phone extensions from Grasshopper.
Easily present a bigger and more professional appearance to customers.Start a free trial