PREMIUM NUMBERS

Premium Numbers in telecommunications are special phone numbers that charge callers a higher rate than standard calls.

These numbers are often used for services like:

Competitions and Voting: TV shows use them for viewer voting.

Entertainment: Services such as adult chat lines, horoscopes, or trivia games.

Information: Weather updates, directory inquiries, or technical support.

Charity Donations: Some charities use premium numbers for fundraising.

Premium numbers typically start with specific prefixes like 09, 087, or 118 in the UK.

The higher call charges are shared between the service provider and the telecom company, allowing businesses to generate revenue from these calls.

These numbers are often more expensive to call than regular numbers, and the cost can vary significantly depending on the service and provider