Phoneplus
Android mobile application that allows users to make cheaper phone calls across the world.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
$100k | Seed | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Phoneplus provides an Android mobile application that allows users to acquire a second phone number from the United States or Canada. Launched in 2011, the company is headquartered in San Francisco and received $100,000 in seed funding from Pascal Lorne in January 2011.
The service is designed for users who wish to protect their primary phone number's privacy. The app enables international calls and texts to over 200 countries. The core product is a real, usable phone number that can be used for calls, SMS messages, and registration on social networks like WhatsApp and Telegram. This functionality appeals to individuals using platforms such as Craigslist or Tinder who prefer to maintain their anonymity.
The business model is subscription-based, with users paying a monthly fee, such as $4.99 for a U.S. number with SMS and call capabilities. While incoming calls and messages are free, outgoing communications require the purchase of additional credits. The cost per call varies depending on the destination country and operator. Payments are currently processed through Google Play in-app purchases. The app emphasizes call reliability by working with local carriers and offers a feature to forward calls to the user's primary phone if the connection is poor.
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