Consumer Reports tells you how to change your cell phone number and keep your old one, too. It just takes a little planning and some help from Google Voice.

We explain how easy it is to take your phone number with you when you upgrade to a new iPhone. You can switch phones and keep the same number.

Encrypted messaging app Signal now allows you to change numbers on the same account, so you don't lose any chat history.

Change your mobile number in Telegram for Android and iOS. Follow these steps to update your contact info seamlessly and keep your chats and data intact.

The new NameDrop feature on iOS 17 allows you to quickly swap contact information via AirDrop simply by bringing your iPhone near another iPhone or Apple Watch.