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Need to reach people in Northern Illinois?
MySecondLine's 779 number keeps you connected.
Local access without being there in person.
Need to reach people in Northern Illinois?
MySecondLine's 779 number keeps you connected.
Local access without being there in person.
Establish your local number from the comfort of your current location, wherever that may be.
Protect your personal contact information with a dedicated second number for public use.
Swap numbers quickly and easily with just a few taps in the app.
The 779 area code was created in 1951 as a split from the original 779 that once covered all of Northern Illinois. Today, 779 is exclusively tied to cities like Rockford, DeKalb, and Aurora. It covers iconic neighborhoods like:
Rockford – the bustling heart of the city
DeKalb – the vibrant, diverse metropolis
Aurora – home to rich culture and history
For generations, 779 has represented Northern Illinois pride, offering the best of city life with fast access to all nearby communities.
The 779 area code operates in the Central Time Zone (CT)–the same time zone as Northern Illinois. This is important for businesses and professionals who need to stay in sync with local clients, suppliers, and partners. Whether you’re scheduling calls, running local ads, or managing customer support, having a 779 number means you’re aligned with Central Standard Time (CST) in winter and Central Daylight Time (CDT) in summer.
The 779 area code covers all of Northern Illinois, including:
Rockford
DeKalb
Aurora
and many more.
Getting a 779 number gives your calls a familiar, local presence in one of Northern Illinois’s busiest urban regions. It’s perfect for real estate agents, freelancers, remote workers, and anyone who wants to appear local while staying flexible.
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Get a memorable personalized phone number, e.g. 323-CHA-RLES
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Make overseas calls directly from your second number
Full SMS capabilities for your virtual number
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Record important calls for quality assurance or future reference
Voicemail capabilities for your virtual number
Never miss a call with flexible forwarding options
Set up future calls at your convenience
Step one involves setting up your account. Select 'Pick Your Perfect Number' and ensure you choose the full feature set when prompted.
In the second step, locate and select the United States option, then proceed to the next screen.
Last step - enter the area code you want, continue, select your ideal number and finalize with a plan purchase.
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