Making phone calls from your laptop is a convenient and cost-effective way to stay in touch with friends and family, especially if you need to make international calls. Fortunately, there are several free options available that can help you make phone calls from your laptop without breaking the bank.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the best ways to make free international phone calls from your laptop.
Use a Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Service
One of the most popular ways to make phone calls from your laptop is by using a VoIP service. VoIP services use the internet to transmit voice data instead of traditional phone lines, which can lead to significant cost savings.
One popular VoIP service is Skype. Skype offers free voice and video calls between users who have downloaded the app on their devices. To use Skype for international calling, you’ll need to purchase Skype credits or a subscription plan. However, rates are typically much lower than traditional phone plans.
Another popular VoIP service is Google Voice. Google Voice allows you to make free domestic calls within the United States and Canada and low-cost international calls. You can access Google Voice through your Gmail account or by downloading the app on your device.
Use Messaging Apps with Calling Features
Messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger offer calling features that allow users to make voice and video calls over Wi-Fi connections for free. These apps are popular among younger generations who prefer messaging over traditional phone conversations.
To use these apps for calling, both parties must have downloaded the app on their devices and have an active internet connection. While these apps don’t offer traditional phone numbers like VoIP services, they’re a great option for making quick and easy international calls.
Based Calling Services
Web-based calling services like PopTox allow users to make free browser-to-phone or browser-to-browser calls. These services don’t require any downloads or installations and can be accessed directly from your laptop’s web browser.
To use PopTox, simply visit their website, enter the phone number you wish to call, and click “Call.” You’ll then be prompted to allow access to your microphone and speakers before the call connects.
Use Your Laptop as a Mobile Hotspot
If you don’t have access to Wi-Fi but need to make an international call from your laptop, you can use your laptop as a mobile hotspot. This allows you to connect your phone or tablet to your laptop’s internet connection and make calls using VoIP services or messaging apps.
To set up a mobile hotspot on your laptop, go to “Settings” and select “Mobile Hotspot.” Follow the prompts to set up a network name and password. Once the hotspot is active, connect your phone or tablet to the network and use one of the methods outlined in this article for making free international calls.
Final Thoughts
Making free international phone calls from your laptop is easier than ever with these options. Whether you choose a VoIP service like Skype or Google Voice, a messaging app like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, a web-based calling service like PopTox, or use your laptop as a mobile hotspot, there are plenty of ways to stay connected without breaking the bank.
This text was generated using a large language model, and select text has been reviewed and moderated for purposes such as readability.
