How to Get More Than One SkypeIn Number on Skype

Skype is an Internet phone application that gives you the ability to call anyone across the world for free. SkypeIn is a number that people can call from any phone. You can answer this call using Skype. Follow these steps to learn how to get more than one SkypeIn number.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer
• Skype account

Instructions

1. Create a Skype account. Log into the Skype Web site or log into your account.

2. Look to the left side of the Web page. Click on "SkypeIn." It should be right below SkypeOut information.

3. Read over this basic information about SkypeIn. If you already have a SkypeIn number, you should know most of this information. Read over the benefits that come with SkypeIn, like voicemail.

4. Move down to the icon shaped like a shopping cart. Next to it should say "Buy a SkypeIn number." Click on this link.

5. The Web page should guide you through the process of buying another SkypeIn. You are allowed up to ten SkypeIns. Once you have purchased your SkypeIn, follow the Web page instructions.

Tips & Warnings

• SkypeIn can come with voicemail features, but only with subscription.

• SkypeIn numbers are sold on a subscription basis.

• Skype.com lists available numbers in the United States, United Kingdom, Brazil, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland.

• The Skype Web site warns you before your purchase that the company is still testing the service, so that "a few kinks" may exist within the system. Research this further if you have any worries.

• Each SkypeIn must be purchased separately.