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Join the TEL3Advantage family today and start saving up to 80% on all international calls immediately! With our special TRIPLE offer, once you sign up, you will get minimum 30% off on all rates for 30 days, plus up to $9 Free Talk Time as a bonus! There are absolutely no hidden charges, no connection fees, no contracts, plus no need to dial any PINs. But, you will have all the convenience of a superior TEL3Advantage service and savings!
    
 
 
TEL3Advantage offers the lowest rates for both domestic and international calls, the most free minutes on sign up and absolutely no monthly plan fees. Special Offer: You will be charged with special discounted rates for 30 days after you sign up. Read more in our FAQ.
 
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British Virgin Islands 10¢
Guam 7.8¢
Hawaii 4¢
Puerto Rico 6¢
Mariana Islands 22¢
Mariana Islands Mobile 22¢
Please Note: The promo rates are applicable for the first 30 days after you sign up. At the end of the first 30 days, our regular rates indicated above will be applicable. There is a 1¢ add-on rate when you use our toll-free access number.
    
 
 
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1. What is the triple offer?
2. What is FREE Talk Time?
3. What is TEL3Advantage and the Flex Plan?
4. How do I sign up?
5. Accepted Payment Methods
6. Satisfaction Guarantee?
7. How to place a call?
8. What are the Benefits and Features?

1. What is the triple offer?


You will be charged with special discounted rates for 30 days plus you will get additional free talk time minutes when you sign up with this offer. These are our introductory rates and exclusive to this offer for our new customers. After 30 days, you will be charged at our regular low TEL3Advantage rates. To view our rates, please click here.

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2. What is FREE Talk Time?

Free Talk Time is additional free minutes that are added to your account when you sign up based on the signup amount you choose.

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3. What is TEL3Advantage and the Flex Plan?


TEL3, changing the prepaid long distance market for more than a decade:

1994 - TEL3™ is founded in 1994. Started direct marketing of its long distance service to end users.

2002 - Due to its expertise in technology and in business, TEL3™ started private labeling its services to major brand names in the market.

2004 - Following the big success of TEL3™, we introduced the most lucrative TEL3Advantage™ Agent Program to promote our cutting edge services to a more broader audience.

2006 - TEL3™ continued to lead the market with its innovative and very convenient features by introducing the Smartplug; a free application for cell phone owners, enabling them to make calls directly from their address book.

2008 - We are still introducing new products, and our latest offer is the "business plan" for SMEs that will enable companies to save and control their long distance budget by saving on all of their international long distance calls.

TEL3Advantage™ is proud to offer you the Flex Plan: The cleanest product on the market with the lowest domestic and international rates available! There are absolutely no monthly fees! No hidden charges of any kind! No activation or connection fees!

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4. How do I sign up?>

You can sign up online or by calling our Toll Free Number at - between 9am-12am Eastern Standard Time - 7 days a week.

  • TEL3Advantage™ is a prepaid service, where you decide the denomination that you would like to sign up for
  • Your long distance account will be immediately activated upon authorization of credit card
  • You can start making calls immediately after you sign up

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5. Accepted Payment Methods


We gladly accept American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, along with ATM and debit cards that have a Visa or MasterCard logo. However if you don't have a credit card, you can still sign up to TEL3Advantage™ by making a payment through PayPal.

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6. Satisfaction Guarantee?

We at TEL3 are committed to customer satisfaction, and if at any time you would like to cancel your service with TEL3, as much as we hate to admit, you may do so at any time without any obligations, simply by calling our Customer Service at 1-800-482-4459, between 7am-12am EST, 7 days a week. There will be no cancellation fees, period!

Furthermore, during the first 30 days after you sign up, if you are not happy with the service for any reason, we will gladly refund your money back. We believe signing up with a prepaid service shouldnt be a risk but an opportunity to save and make your life better!

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7. How to place a call?

When placing a call using TEL3Advantage™ you have to use an Access Number. This number allows you to access our system and take advantage of our low rates without having to switch carriers. You have the option of either using our Toll Free Access Number or a Local Access Number.

Toll Free Access Number: 1800-999-5090
Local Access Number: Search for your Local Access Number

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8.1. What are the Benefits?

Security and Accountability- You can view every single call you make through our Online Account Management: The Date & Time of call, origination number, destination number, minutes used, and amount charged, so you know that you are never overcharged and pay only for the calls you make.

No Hidden Fees or Taxes - Unlike other companies that advertise misleading rates, our rates are clean and inclusive of all fees. There are no additional charges, you pay what you see! There is absolutely no monthly, activation, connection, cancellation fees, hidden charges or taxes associated with using TEL3Advantage™. However, it is important to remember that whenever you're using your cell phone that mobile service provider's airtime charges do apply.

*Please note: Calls originating from a payphone are subject to FCC mandated payphone fees (69¢). Additional charges may apply for calls made from Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam and Saipan.

No Cancellation Fees & 1-Year Expiration - With TEL3Advantage™ your account balance expires after 1 year of inactivity, so you can use TEL3Advantage™ at your convenience without worrying about your money vanishing without you using it. Furthermore you can cancel the service at any time, simply by calling customer service.

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8.2 What are the Features?

At TEL3Advantage™ we believe it's all in the details, so we've packed our calling plans with special features to make long distance calling as convenient and affordable as possible.

TEL3 Apps for cell phones
Free mobile applications with direct international calling from cell phones without entering any Access Numbers or PINs. For iPhone, Blackberry and over 400 cell phone models.

PIN-Free Dialing and Instant Access Numbers
With this feature you can easily access the service from the convenience of your home, office and mobile phone.

99 phone number Speed Dial

Sub accounts
If you have multiple users in your household or workplace you can create several sub-accounts all under the same plan.

Real-time account manager
The TEL3Advantage™ Customer Account Management is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can check your charges, balances, and account history on-line whenever you want.

Balance and Minutes Remaining
Every time you make a call with TEL3Advantage™, our system will promptly tell you your account balance, and the minutes you have available for the destination you wish to call.

Smart Card Recharge
We know how irritating it can be to be interrupted in the middle of a call, so we provide you the convenience of the auto-recharge option.

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TEL3Dialer F.A.Q.'s

  1. What is the TEL3Dialer app for iPhone?
  2. How can I register my iPhone number with TEL3?
  3. How does the TEL3Dialer App work?
  4. What are TEL3's rates from the iPhone?
  5. What are TEL3Dialer's features?
  6. Requirements and Notes
  7. Languages
  8. More questions?

 

What is the TEL3Dialer app for iPhone?

The TEL3Dialer App is a free application that allows TEL3 users to place international calls directly from their iPhone. Once you download the application on your iPhone, you do not need to dial any Access Numbers or PINs anymore to be able to use TEL3 service, just dial your destination as normally you do or choose your contact from your address book, and dial directly!

How can I register my iPhone number with TEL3?

You can easily register your iPhone number by adding it as an Instant Access Number under Account Settings Section on your TEL3 back office or call 800.482.4459 and one of our representatives will help you register your phone.

Accessing your back office is simple; all you need is a username and password. You can get your username by confirming your account number and PIN number.

If you don’t own an account, you will need to sign up with TEL3 first.

How does the TEL3Dialer App work?

All your calls made with TEL3Dialer that starts with (+) or (011) will be connected via TEL3's platform. All other calls, including local and domestic long distance calls will be connected only with your existing wireless provider to prevent double billing.

You can use TEL3Dialer's dial pad, your contact list or even the History tab (recent calls list) to make a call with TEL3Dialer.

When the call is initiated, your registered iPhone number will be recognized by our platform and you will hear a short welcome prompt during the auto-dialing and you will be connected directly without having to enter any access numbers or PINs.

Important Note

  • Please make sure you dial all your International contacts (except for Canada) starting with "011" or "+" followed by the country code (e.g. 011 (44) 305 556 7879) before making a call

What are TEL3's rates from the iPhone?

For your International calls with TEL3Dialer, you will only use your regular domestic airtime with your wireless provider while your TEL3 account will be debited per minute based on your Plan.

The main benefit is that you will be charged by Local Access Number rates. That means we waive the 1 cent add-on charge for all calls with TEL3Dialer to any country although the call may be connected with a Toll Free access number! Simplicity meets economics!

What are TEL3Dialer's features?

  • Change in Call rule - all calls will be sent through Tel3 platform not just the ones starts with (011) or (+) to make it easier for the user
  • Improved help section for more information about the app – added FAQs, Features and Benefits and Free Trial information
  • Improved call history section – the last called number is highlighted on the contact
  • Added Customer Service button for immediate questions/help – the call will be initiated to TEL3 Customer Service through your existing mobile operator
  • “+” is accessible as a separate button instead of holding down the “0” button

Now available in Version 1.2

  • Alternative Access Number options: The Access Number used by TEL3Dialer can be now changed based on location and type. This feature is especially useful for travelers. Currently only USA and Canada are supported.
  • TEL3 Speed Dial Sync: Provides ability to download your Speed Dial list and use it to make direct calls with TEL3Dialer. Keep your International contacts list cleaner and simpler. This feature requires valid account number and PIN to be entered in the Settings screen for authentication purposes.
  • Pin dialing: Enabling this option from the Settings screen allows calls to be made with TEL3Dialer in case the phone's number is not registered as an Instant Access number. This feature requires valid account number and PIN to be entered in the Settings screen for authentication purposes. Users that have already setup their phone number as Instant Access number with TEL3 do not need to enable this option.

Requirements and Notes

  • Compatible with iPhone 3.1 and higher
  • An active TEL3 account
  • Your iPhone number registered as an Instant Access Number
  • Warning: As of iPhone OS 3.1, Apple made a change on all Applications, and hence when you complete a call with TEL3Dialer App, iPhone automatically launches the original iPhone dialer. So please make sure to dial with "CALL WITH TEL3" button on the Tel3Dialer app if you want to make a call via your TEL3 account!
  • The iPhone currently uses rather slow dialing after the initial connection - this might cause problems in few of your calls. This is a general issue with the phone application and might be fixed in a future iPhone software update
  • During the call and in the "Recent Calls" list the phone application will show the access number (800# or local access number) followed by the contact's number instead of the contact's name

Languages

English

More questions?

Email: CustomerService@tel3advantage.com
Phone:1-800-482-4459

 
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Smartplug F.A.Q.'s

  1. What is SmartPlug?
  2. My phone is not listed in your compatibility list; will I be able to use SmartPlug?
  3. How do I know if my SmartPhone is compatible?
  4. How do I download the SmartPlug software?
  5. How do you uninstall the SmartPlug software?
  6. What prompts alert me that when I am using the SmartPlug software I am being connected to TEL3?
  7. What number does it show when my call is being connected by SmartPlug?
  8. How do you reboot a SmartPhone? (Also known as a Soft Reset)
  9. How does SmartPlug know if the number I am calling is long distance?

 

1. What is SmartPlug?

The SmartPlug software is an application installed on your cell phone, which enables a direct connection to TEL3 without having to dial our toll free or local access numbers. SmartPlug was chosen for its ease of use and cost savings to consumers. SmartPlug enables SmartPhone users to place calls directly from their mobile address book or memory, seamlessly diverting calls through TEL3’s service. Subscribers receive our superior calling card service without cumbersome dialing procedures. It is compatible with most SmartPhones including Nokia, Samsung, LG, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and Siemens. SmartPlug functions as a super intelligent step up from a calling card but without the fuss of having to dial access numbers or enter PIN. Unlike your usual roaming network you can still use all your phone's functions and features (address book, call log etc). You simply dial to your desired destination as normal, while the SmartPlug software dials through a local number, which seamlessly connects the mobile unit to SmartPlug’s exchange. SmartPlug’s exchange then determines the plugs internal account number, verifies the balance on the account and continues to process the call throughout its duration. SmartPlug Software is sent to your handset OTA (Over the Air) via SMS (a link in a text message) or can be sent as an email attachment that you can download via Bluetooth wireless technology or by using your phone’s USB cable. It is completely hassle free!

 

2. How do I know if my SmartPhone is compatible?

You will need to view our compatibility list online by clicking here.

 

3. My phone is not listed in your compatibility list; will I be able to use SmartPlug?

If your phone is not listed in the compatibility list, we suggest not downloading the SmartPlug software on your phone since it will not function properly and may not direct your calls through our service. You can always click here and we will notify you when your SmartPhone model is available.

You will need to know your phone model. To find your phone model number:

  • Remove the back panel of your handset
  • Remove the battery
  • Find the phone name and model number on the phone back
To find what OS (Operating system) and version you are using
  • Go to your Menu
  • Find Settings
  • Choose "About" when downloading the application from the TEL3 site server, after you have chosen the appropriate phone model, the OS will be shown in red

 

4. How do I download the SmartPlug software?

This solution does not require any additional implementation except a one time simple installation consisting of just 4 easy steps to follow:

  1. The first and most important step is to make sure your cell phone is compatible with our software. It's easy to check, just click here. You'll need to know your phone's brand and model number. (Blackberry owners will need to know their Blackberry OS version.)
  2. Once you have selected the brand and phone you will be using, just enter your cell phone number and your email.
  3. Our system will send you a text message to your cell phone containing a link from which to download the application. Click the link within the text message to begin downloading the application via cellular internet, GPRS or WAP.
  4. Once the software download is complete, it is ready to be installed. Your phone's system will prompt you to begin the installation. Once the installation is complete your phone's system will notify you of its completion and you should see the TEL3 logo in your applications.

    Note: Most SmartPhones require a ‘Soft Reset’ after installation or after making changes to the preferences. See FAQ# 8 for further details on performing a ‘Soft Reset’.

    Once installed, all you have to do is either dial the long distance number directly on your cell phone or select a number from your phone's directory just like you would for any call. As your cell phone functions, the SmartPlug software constantly operates in the background. Once it recognizes that an international number is being dialed, it redirects the call to the TEL3. The result: Significantly cheaper international calls, without cumbersome calling codes, access numbers and PIN codes.

 

5. How do you uninstall the SmartPlug software?

Please see the application uninstall procedures for your specific phone found in the user manual. Different phones have their own standard uninstalling processes; however deleting the application is usually good enough.

 

6. What prompts alert me that when I am using the SmartPlug software I am being connected to TEL3?

When using SmartPlug you will hear the standard prompts as if you are using an Instant Access Number (Thank you for using TEL3, Balance and Minutes to Destination Dialed). You will also see the TEL3 logo on the screen of your phone with a progress bar.

 

7. What number does it show when my call is being connected by SmartPlug?

In the SmartPlug settings, you have the option to use “Toll Free English”, “Toll Free Spanish” or a Local Access Number that you specify. The “Toll Free English” Number is: 1-800-559-9166. Regardless of being connected via the Toll Free or Local Access Number, you will be charged the Local Access Number rate which is 1¢ cheaper than per minute rate of Toll Free Access Number.

 

8. How do you reboot a SmartPhone? (Also known as a Soft Reset)

'Reboot' on most SmartPhones cannot be done by just turning it off and back on again. What needs to be done is a ‘Soft Reset’. It usually means taking a pin, paper clip, pen or stylus and pushing a recessed button on either the back, side or under the battery cover on the phone. This is equivalent to a computer being restarted and loads any changes made to the device into memory. This should not be confused with a 'hard reset' which can erase everything from the device. Please refer to the user manual of your device for details on performing a ‘Soft Reset’.

 

9. How does SmartPlug know if the number I am calling is long distance?

SmartPlug automatically recognizes international phone numbers with the prefix "+" or "011" and 10 digit numbers with a "1" in front. Please save the long distance numbers you intend to call in one or more of the following formats. Example: (011380939822459, +380939822459, 18765552541).

 
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Place cheap phone calls with TEL3Advantage's international long distance service using your home phone, cell phone and any other private touch-tone phones. TEL3Advantage is not responsible for any airtime and text messaging fees charged by your cell phone service provider. Any and all Free Talk Time offer(s) are only valid with a calling plan purchase. All International Rates are subject to change without notice. All balances will expire in one (1) year of inactivity. Calls originating from a payphone are subject to FCC mandated payphone fees (sixty-nine ($0.69) cents). A valid credit card or PayPal account is required to acquire service.