The Parrot Mobile Blog

Mobile and telecom, explained without the jargon. Guides on plans, eSIMs, international travel, and calling abroad.

How Long Does It Take to Port a Phone Number? A Complete Guide
Guides & How-Tos12 min read

How Long Does It Take to Port a Phone Number? A Complete Guide

Keeping your number when you switch carriers is easier (and faster) than it sounds. Here's how porting really works, what you'll need, and why some transfers finish in minutes while others take a few days.

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Premium Phone Number
Guides & How-Tos5 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Premium Phone Number

What makes a phone number premium, how to find the perfect one in the Parrot Mobile marketplace, and how it gets activated on your line - no porting headaches.

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How to Choose the Perfect Vanity Phone Number
Guides & How-Tos5 min read

How to Choose the Perfect Vanity Phone Number

A vanity number is the one people actually remember. Here's how to pick a great word or pattern, decide between local and toll-free, and find yours.

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How to Call the UK from the US (+44 Dialing Guide)
International Calling2 min read

How to Call the UK from the US (+44 Dialing Guide)

Calling the UK from the US: dial 011 + 44, then drop the leading 0 from the British number. Here's the exact format for landlines and mobiles, with examples.

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How to Call Mexico from the US (+52 Dialing Guide)
International Calling2 min read

How to Call Mexico from the US (+52 Dialing Guide)

Calling Mexico from the US is simple: 011 + 52 + the 10-digit number. Here's the exact dialing format for landlines and cell phones, with examples.

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eSIM vs. Physical SIM: What's the Difference?
Mobile Basics9 min read

eSIM vs. Physical SIM: What's the Difference?

eSIM or physical SIM - what's the real difference and which should you use? A simple breakdown of how each works, plus when each one makes sense.

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What Is an MVNO? How Virtual Networks Save You Money
Mobile Basics10 min read

What Is an MVNO? How Virtual Networks Save You Money

An MVNO is a carrier that runs on the big networks' towers but charges way less. Here's how MVNOs work and why you don't sacrifice coverage to save money.

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Welcome to Parrot Mobile: Your Phone Plan, Your Rules
Parrot Mobile News3 min read

Welcome to Parrot Mobile: Your Phone Plan, Your Rules

Meet Parrot Mobile - a no-contract wireless carrier with plans from $6/mo, nationwide 5G, and the freedom to bring your own phone. Here's what we're about.

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Fly High With Parrot Mobile

Parrot Mobile offers flexible, no-contract phone plans that let you choose only what you need-perfect for everyday users, remote workers, and digital nomads. Use your own phone, get set up in minutes, and change your plan anytime.