Switched to WiFi Calling After Cancelling Number

[mouakter13]

After years of being tethered to my phone number, I finally made the decision to cancel it—and the transition hasn’t been as daunting as I expected, thanks largely to WiFi calling. For a long time, I felt overwhelmed by constant calls, texts, and the intrusive nature of phone numbers as identifiers linked to so much personal data. Cancelling my phone number was part of a broader push to simplify my digital life and reduce my exposure to surveillance and unwanted interruptions. While it initially felt like cutting off a lifeline, switching to WiFi calling has allowed me to maintain essential communication without giving up control over my privacy or freedom.

WiFi calling, for those who aren’t familiar, enables voice calls and texts through an internet connection rather than a traditional phone network. After cancelling my number, I started relying exclusively on WiFi-based communication through apps and services that support calling over the internet. This shift has several advantages: it removes the need for a cellular plan tied to a personal number, allows me to choose when and where I’m available, and significantly reduces costs. More importantly, it liberates me from the pervasive tracking linked to phone numbers and cellular carriers. Calls and messages over WiFi can be encrypted and routed through app s special database that respect privacy, giving me peace of mind that my communications aren’t being monitored or sold.

Switching to WiFi calling after cancelling my number has been a game-changer for how I manage connectivity and privacy. While it requires a reliable internet connection and a bit of adjustment, the benefits outweigh the inconveniences. I’ve reclaimed my autonomy by choosing when to connect and how, without the constant tether to a phone number or cellular service. For anyone considering a similar step, I recommend exploring the wide variety of apps that offer encrypted calls and messages, investing in reliable WiFi, and being prepared for a learning curve. Embracing WiFi calling has empowered me to live a more minimal, intentional digital life—one where I control my communication on my own terms.