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# How Number Filter Works in Calilio?

After logging into your **Calilio account**, you can use the **number filter** to find and purchase phone numbers based on specific criteria. Here’s a quick, step-by-step breakdown:
## **Step 1: Navigate to Purchase Number**
* Go to **Settings > My Numbers**.
* Click **+ Purchase Number** (top-right corner).
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## **Step 2: Apply Filters**

Use the following filters to narrow down your search:


| **Filter ** | **Options** | **Purpose** |
| **Country** | Select from a dropdown list (e.g., United Kingdom, United States, Sweden, etc.). | Filter numbers by country code.Lets you select phone numbers from a **specific country**. This is useful if you need a local presence in a particular region or want to target customers in a specific geographic area. |
| **Number Type** | Mobile, Local, National, Toll-Free, or All. | Choose the type of phone number:**Mobile**: Ideal for businesses needing direct, personal communication with customers.**Local**: Suitable for establishing a local presence in a city or region.**National**: Useful for nationwide reach within a country.**Toll-Free**: Perfect for customer support lines, as callers aren’t charged.**All**: Shows all available number types for broader selection. |
| **Match To** | Any where in number, First part of number, or Last part of number. | Search for specific number patterns:**Anywhere in number**: Helps find numbers containing specific digits anywhere in the sequence (e.g., "786" for branding or memorability).**First part of number**: Useful for numbers starting with a specific sequence (e.g., "121" for easy recall).**Last part of number**: Helps find numbers ending with a specific sequence (e.g., "2025" for promotional campaigns). |
| **Capabilities** | Voice, SMS, MMS, or Fax. | Filter numbers by their supported features:**Voice**: Filters numbers that support voice calls.**SMS**: Filters numbers that support text messaging.**MMS**: Filters numbers that support multimedia messaging.**Fax**: Filters numbers that support fax services.This ensures you select a number that meets your communication needs. |
| **Address Requirement** | None, Any, Exclude local requirements, or Exclude foreign requirements. | Filter based on address requirements for the number:**None**: Shows all numbers without address restrictions.**Any**: Displays numbers with any address requirements.**Exclude local requirements**: Filters out numbers requiring a local address.**Exclude foreign requirements**: Filters out numbers requiring a foreign address.Helps you comply with local regulations or avoid unnecessary documentation. |
| **Beta Number** | Exclude beta phone numbers. | Lets you exclude numbers that are in the **beta testing phase**. |
## **Step 3: Use Advanced Filters**
* Click **Advanced Filter** to refine your search further.
* Select additional options like **address requirements** or **beta numbers**.

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## **Step 4: Search and Purchase**
* Click **Refresh Number** to see available numbers based on your filters.
* Select a number and click **Add to Cart**.
* Confirm your purchase.

This filter system helps you **quickly find and purchase** the right phone number for your needs in Calilio.
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