Question 1

Is E911 mandatory?

Accepted Answer

The E911 regulations established by the FCC are mandatory for all interconnected VoIP service providers and are designed to protect the safety of VoIP users.

Question 2

What is E911 on a cell phone?

Accepted Answer

E911 on Cell Phones work differently than VOIP/Landlines. Bulk Solutions does not support E911 for cell phones.

Question 3

How much does E911 cost?

Accepted Answer

Bulk Solutions provides E911 for $0.49 per number per month.

Question 4

What does Enhanced 911 do?

Accepted Answer

If you have Enhanced 911 (E911), when you dial 911 your telephone number and location are automatically sent to the 911 operator during the call.

Question 5

What is the difference between regular 911 and enhanced 911?

Accepted Answer

With legacy 911 if you dial 911 the operator does not know your location. With Enhanced 911 the operator knows the address associated with your telephone number.

Question 6

When was E911 created?

Accepted Answer

The first 911 call was made on February 16, 1968 in Haleyville, Alabama by Representative Rankin Fite.

Question 7

Does E911 work with cell phones?

Accepted Answer

Yes it does, your wireless provider will provide you E911 service.

E911 (Enhanced 911) FAQ

What countries do you provide E911 (Enhanced 911) service to?

Do you have a test number to dial in order to test E911?

How do I test by dialing 911, are there any specific instructions ?

Could I change the address associated to a E911 number ?

Do you offer E911 WebHook notifications?

Do you offer E911 SMS notifications?

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