| State | Texas |
|---|---|
| Timezone | Central Time (CT) |
| Is Area Code 726 Toll Free? | No |
| Major Cities | San Antonio, Live Oak, Cross Mountain, Hollywood Park, Windcrest |
When you see a new area code in your phone, it is really worrying. Should I answer the call? Where is it coming from? Is it a spam call? These are the common questions that pop ups into your mind. If you want to know more about the area code 726, below are some information that might help.
What is 726 number and what location is it coming from?
The 726 number is used across the North America. It is an area code for telephone numbers in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). The 726 was assigned as an overlay plan that took part in 2017.
The Public Utility Commission of Texas approved an overlay plan for the threat that area code 210 would be exhaust by mid-2018. The 726 area code was put on service in October 2017. The calls from 726 might be coming from the several cities of Texas.
Where is area code 726?
The area code 726 is an overlay to the 210 area code and covers several cities of Texas such as San Antonio, Live Oak, Cross Mountain, Hollywood Park, Windcrest, Terrell Hills, Garden Ridge, St. Hedwig, Elmendorf, Hill Country Village, Leming, Olmos Park, Balcones Heights, Kirby, Selma, Helotes, and more.
Are calls from 726 numbers a scam?
Every area codes are known for spam calls. Calls from an unknown area code might be identified as a spam call. But how would you identify one? If it happens that you received a call from a new area code, look up the number on the internet and check the official website of the company they are claiming to work at.
If you happen to did not find the number on their official website, end the call and block the number immediately.
How do I block unwanted 726 calls?
Receiving a spam call is quite scary. Here is a quick process on how to block them from your phone:
If you are an iPhone user;
- Go to your recent calls. Click the "i", scroll to the bottom and click "block this caller".
If you are an Android user;
The process is somehow quite similar from the iPhone users,
- Go to your recent calls, click the "details", and lastly, click "block number" then you are done.
Are calls from 726 numbers toll free?
Calls from 726 numbers are not toll free. Wireless data communication services and other telecommunication services applies charges. Calls from outside the covered area of 726 or making calls from outside the area may apply charges.
In Conclusion
It is important to immediately take action if the call you have received is a spam call. It better to be sure, to be safe. Also, note that the 726 numbers are not toll free and charges may apply.
