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Number Swapping for Ported Numbers

Make onboarding smoother with the Number Swapping for Ported Numbers as well as a payment grace period.

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Written by Aaron Sundukovskiy
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When bringing phone numbers from your current provider into Salesmsg we want to give you flexibility and control. Number Swapping lets you import your numbers first then decide which ones you want to keepโ€”without needing to purchase licenses immediately.

This makes onboarding smoother and ensures you only pay for the numbers you actually want to use.


What Is Number Swapping

Number Swapping gives you the ability to:

  • Import all your ported numbers into Salesmsg at once

  • Review and organize them before committing to licenses

  • Remove or replace numbers without getting blocked by license limits

This helps you set up your account the way you want before finalizing which numbers you will keep active.


The Grace Period (How It Protects You)

To support flexible number management we provide a 48 hour Grace Period after importing Twilio numbers.

During the 48 hour Grace Period you can:

  • Temporarily exceed your number license limit

  • Swap out or release numbers you no longer need

  • Only pay for licenses tied to the numbers you keep active after the Grace Period ends

This ensures you are never forced to buy licenses until you finalize your setup.


How Number Swapping Works

Here is a simple breakdown of what happens when you import numbers from your Twilio subaccount:

  1. Click Import Numbers or Refresh to pull in your ported numbers

  2. If your imported numbers exceed your license limit your 48 hour Grace Period begins

  3. Use this time to sort through your numbers and decide which to keep

  4. If you keep more numbers than your license plan allows you will be prompted to add licenses

If you remove the extra numbers before the Grace Period expires you will not be charged for them.


Where You Can Manage Number Swapping

You will see Number Swapping options in a few places to help you manage your numbers smoothly:

  • Numbers Page โ€“ View imported numbers and take action

  • Unassigned Numbers Tab โ€“ See numbers that are imported but not assigned yet

  • Manage Licenses โ€“ Easily adjust your license count if needed


Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Grace Period?
The Grace Period lasts 48 hours from the moment you import numbers that exceed your current license limit.

Do I have to buy licenses right away when I import numbers?
No. You can use the 48 hour Grace Period to organize your numbers first before purchasing any additional licenses.

What happens if I keep more numbers than my current license plan allows?
If you keep more numbers by the end of the 48 hour Grace Period you will be prompted to add licenses to match your usage.

Can I remove or swap numbers during the Grace Period?
Yes. You can freely release or swap numbers during the 48 hour Grace Period to avoid paying for unused numbers.

Will my texting or calling stop if I exceed my license limit during the Grace Period?
No. Your numbers will stay active during the Grace Period giving you time to finalize your setup.

Does Number Swapping work if I do not use a Twilio subaccount?
No. Number Swapping applies only to organizations that import numbers using a Twilio subaccount.


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