How to Get a Landline in 2025 (Even During the Switch-Off)

If you’ve heard that landlines are being “switched off,” you’re correct. Across the UK, traditional copper-based phone lines are being replaced by a new digital system. It sounds dramatic, but the truth is simple: the landline isn’t disappearing – it’s just getting an upgrade.

The Landline Switch-Off: What’s Really Happening

Openreach are retiring the old analogue phone network, known as the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network). Every home and business in the UK will move to internet-based calling by the beginning of 2027.

That means your traditional landline, which connects through a wall socket, will eventually stop working – but you’ll still be able to have a landline number and handset. You’ll just make and receive calls in a new way: over the internet.

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So, What Is VoIP?

VoIP stands for “Voice Over Internet Protocol.” In plain English, it means your phone connects through your broadband or ISP rather than old copper wires. You can still use a home handset, and you can still have a landline number – even your existing one.

In fact, most people wouldn’t notice the difference day-to-day. You dial, you chat, you hang up. The only real change is that your phone plugs into your router instead of the wall.

Can You Still Get a Landline in 2025?

Yes – and it’s called a VoIP landline.

Traditional phone lines will soon be phased out entirely, so the only way to get a new landline (or keep your current one working) is through a VOIP provider like Phonely. We make the transition simple, affordable, and stress-free.

With Phonely, you can:

• Keep your existing landline number
• Keep your current phone handset (or pick a new one from our shop)
• Enjoy crystal-clear call quality
• Get full support from our friendly UK-based team

So even after the big switch-off, you can still have a proper landline at home – one that’s reliable, easy to use, and built for the future.

Why Choose a VoIP Landline Instead of Going Mobile-Only?

For many people, especially in rural areas or homes with weak mobile signal, a landline still feels like a lifeline – it’s familiar, dependable, and comfortable. A VoIP landline offers all of that and more. You get better call clarity with no static or background noise, peace of mind thanks to our built-in CallGuard feature that blocks scam and nuisance calls, and the flexibility to take your number with you if you move house. Setup is easy too – just plug in the adapter or handset and you’re ready to go. It’s the same home phone experience you’re used to, just smarter and safer.

How to Switch to a VoIP Landline with Phonely

Switching is simple and takes just a few steps:

1. Choose your Phonely plan online or by phone.
2. We send your plug-and-play kit.
3. Keep your existing number. We contact your old provider and handle the transfer for you. All it takes is a simple form.
4. Plug in and start calling. That’s it – no engineer visit, no waiting around.

Your service stays active during the switch, and we keep you updated every step of the way.

Final Thoughts: The Landline Lives On

The digital switch-off doesn’t mean the end of the landline – it’s just a new chapter. VOIP technology makes calling clearer, safer, and more flexible than ever.

With Phonely, you can keep the number and handset you love while enjoying the benefits of modern technology and genuine, human support.

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