Range: 0871 (dmClub numbers on G7 tariff and begin 0871 218)

Cost to call: From 6ppm to 10ppm from BT landlines, more from mobiles (see below). dmClub 0871 numbers are charged at 10ppm enabling a greater range of inclusive diverts and payout.

Image: indicates a sizeable, serious (possibly national) company that probably has lots of customers.

Costs/Rewards of ownership: The owner may pay setup and rental but not call fees. In the vast majority of cases, there is a payout and this is the biggest attraction of 0871 numbers.

dmClub 0871 numbers will divert to landlines in the {GLOS:trfbig34} countries without charge. Most popular destinations will also result in a payout - up to 5.8ppm for UK landline or 7ppm for VOIP-trunk - that may make the number strongly cash-generating, especially when you consider that the fixed fee ({GLOS:bas} plan) is just £2/month.

Also included on the {GLOS:pro} and {GLOS:ent} price plan is FREE {GLOS:trfmob4} divert, making these plans an attractive proposition for those that need to take calls when not in the office.

International accessibility: Medium.

Regulatory issues: This range is being regulated by PhonePayPlus (formerly known as ICSTIS), albeit with a much lighter touch than 09xxx Premium Rate services.
dmClub will support all users with regard to regulatory issues with relevant information and automated registration where required.

Mobile accessibility: All UK operators overcharge for calls to 0871 numbers

Typical Applications: Usually in a support situation where callers are not so cost-sensitive and the owner wishes to have fixed costs and perhaps get call revenues to subsidise operating expenses.

Choose a gold number to add to the professional feel for a fairly modest additional one-off cost. As 0871 is generally less salesy than (say) 0800, the gold number premium is usually smaller.

0800 numbers may be more appropriate if you're fighting for business as they're cheaper and more familiar.

0844 numbers are cheaper to call and have similar ownership costs to 0871 (but greatly reduced payout).

This information is intended to be generally relevant to 0870 numbers from whoever they are purchased. Highlighted points are specific to dmClub.