> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wavix.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to buy a phone number

> Step-by-step instructions on purchasing and activating a phone number in the Wavix portal

Before you can start making or receiving calls, you need to have an active phone number on your Wavix account. This guide walks you through the process of selecting and purchasing a number.

## Buy a phone number in the Wavix portal

To purchase a new phone number:

1. **Sign in** to your [Wavix account](https://app.wavix.com).
2. In the top menu, click on **Numbers & Trunks → Buy**.
3. Select the **country** and **region** (type of number) you want to purchase.
4. Browse the available numbers and click **Select** for the ones you wish to buy.
5. Review your selection in the **Cart** and click **Buy now** to complete the purchase.

<Note>
  Some numbers (such as local numbers in certain countries) require proof of address or other documentation due to local regulations. If requested, you must upload these documents in the **Numbers → Documents** section. The numbers will become active once our Provisioning team approves the documentation.
</Note>

## Next steps

Once you have purchased a number, you can proceed with the following:

* [Configure a SIP trunk](/sip-trunking/sip-trunks).
* [Verify your caller ID](/sip-trunking/ip-allowlisting) (if using your own number).
* [Set up inbound call routing](/numbers/numbers).