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What Is Area Code and What Do Digits in Phone Numbers Mean?

A local phone number is a telephone number that is assigned to a specific geographic area, such as a city, state or region. A local phone number can be used for personal purposes and is an essential communication tool for individuals to stay connected with their friends, family.

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A phone number format in the US and Canada typically consists of ten digits without any spaces or special characters. The first three digits represent the three-digit area code that corresponds to a particular geographic region, followed by a three-digit prefix and a four-digit line number. Here is an example of a US or Canadian phone number in the standard format:

• Country Code :A country code is a specific numerical code assigned to each country or territory in the world. It is used as a prefix to dial phone numbers when making international calls. The country code for the United States and Canada is +1, which means that any phone number in the US or Canada must have +1 prefixed to it when calling from outside these countries.

• Area Code :An area code is an array of numbers assigned to a specific geographic region within a country or territory. It identifies the location of the phone line and enables the telephone network to route calls to the appropriate destination. In the United States and Canada, area codes are assigned to geographic regions based on population density and the demand for phone numbers.

• Central office or Exchange Code :Also known as the exchange prefix or simply the prefix, it is a three-digit number that follows the area code in North American phone numbers. It is used to identify the specific central office, a local exchange within the area code, that serves the phone line.

• Line Number :The line number is typically assigned to the individual that subscribes to the phone line. In many cases, the line number is a randomly assigned, unique number that is selected by the telephone service provider. However, in some cases, the subscriber may have the option to select or customize their line number based on availability and eligibility criteria set by the service provider.