If you have a landline phone but don’t know the number, don’t worry—there are several quick and easy ways to find out your landline number, even if you don’t have a bill or caller ID.
📞 1. Use the Phone to Call a Mobile
The easiest method:
- Pick up your landline phone
- Call your mobile phone
- Check the caller ID or missed call list on your mobile
✅ Your landline number will be displayed.
☎️ 2. Dial a Special Code (UK)
Try these codes:
- BT (British Telecom):
Dial1470 17070
and listen — it may say your number aloud. - TalkTalk / Sky / other UK providers:
Also try*#100#
— your number may appear on screen or be spoken.
📌 Note: These codes don’t work with all providers, but they’re worth trying.
📜 3. Check a Recent Bill or Contract
Look at:
- Your landline bill (paper or digital)
- The account setup email or letter from your provider
- Your online account with your phone/internet provider
🛜 4. Log Into Your Broadband/Phone Account
If your landline is part of a phone + broadband bundle, log in to your provider’s website:
- BT, Sky, Virgin Media, TalkTalk, Plusnet, etc.
- Go to your account dashboard
- Your phone number is usually listed under “Line details” or “My services”
📱 5. Ask a Friend or Call Customer Service
- Call a friend or family member from your landline and ask them to read back the number that appears
- Or call your phone provider’s customer service and ask them to confirm your number (they may ask for account details)
Summary Table
Method | What to Do |
---|---|
Call your mobile | Check caller ID for your number |
Dial special code | Try 1470 17070 or *#100# |
Check a bill/email | Look at recent landline bills |
Log into your account | Check your provider’s online portal |
Ask a friend or support | Call someone or contact customer service |
Conclusion
To find out your landline number, calling your mobile or trying a code like 1470 17070
is often the quickest way. If that doesn’t work, check your bills, provider account, or ask a friend. It’s easy once you know where to look!
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