Why can't I call a landline with WhatsApp or FaceTime?

WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram, and similar apps are 'app-to-app' services. They require both the caller and the receiver to have the same app installed on a smartphone or computer with an active internet connection. Landlines cannot install apps and are not connected to the internet, which is why these services cannot call them.

Is it cheaper to call a landline with StartACall than my mobile provider?

In most cases, yes. Traditional mobile carriers often charge high per-minute rates and connection fees for international calls. StartACall uses VoIP, which is significantly more cost-effective, offering transparent, pay-as-you-go rates that are often a fraction of the cost.

StartACall - Make International Calls from Browser

The Problem: Why Your Favorite Apps Don't Work

Services like WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Telegram are great for calling other smartphones. But they share one critical limitation:

They can't call a traditional landline phone.

They require both people to have the same app and an internet connection.

Method	Calls Landlines?	Low Cost?	Receiver Needs App?
StartACall (Browser VoIP)
WhatsApp, FaceTime, etc.
Traditional Phone Carrier

The Solution: How Browser Calling Works

StartACall acts as a bridge. It connects your modern browser (using the internet) to the traditional phone network that landlines use. This technology is called VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol).

You (On the Internet)

StartACall (VoIP Gateway)

Them (On a Landline)

Why StartACall is the Best Way

Call Any Number

Reach any phone number worldwide, whether it's a mobile or a traditional landline. No exceptions.

No App Needed for Them

The person you're calling doesn't need an app, a smartphone, or internet. They just answer their phone like normal.

Pay-As-You-Go Rates

Avoid expensive carrier fees. Our VoIP rates are transparent and incredibly low, starting from just $0.02/minute.

Instant & Easy

No downloads or complicated setups. Just open your browser, dial the number, and connect instantly.

Call Any Landline in 60 Seconds

Stop worrying about whether they have the right app. Sign up for free and make your first international landline call today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Services like StartACall use a VoIP gateway to connect your internet-based call (from your browser) to the traditional Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This allows you to call any phone number, including landlines, that doesn't have an internet connection.