Vanity number
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A vanity number is a local or free-to-call telephone number for which a subscriber requests an easily remembered sequence of numbers for marketing purposes.
While many of these are phonewords (such as 1-800-Flowers, 313-DETROIT, 1-800-Taxicab or 1-800-Battery), occasionally all-numeric vanity phone numbers are used.
Numbers ending with repeated digits (such as -1111) are heavily advertised by taxi and food delivery companies; the Pizza Pizza chain has trademarked 967-1111, a Toronto local number.[1] A memorable repeated sequence is also valuable to hotel chain franchisors such as Super 8 Motels, which advertises 1-800-800-8000.[2]
A broadcaster may match a local telephone number to a station frequency (an AM 1010 radio call-in programme may use 872-1010[3] or a TV channel 13 studio may adopt 224-13-13.[4]). An eye clinic may choose a number terminating in 20/20.[5]
Other possible numeric indicators which convey specific meanings are 24/7 (twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week) or 2-4-1 (two for the price of one); the latter is used by 241 Pizza by advertising local number 241-0-241 or a variant.
0919pi or 09193141592 , A Rare Iranian Vanity Number That Combines Mathematics, Memorability, and Marketing Power In the vast landscape of over 208 million cellphone numbers in Iran, a few stand out as truly exceptional. Among them is 0919pi, a unique vanity
number operated by Hamrahe Aval Iran’s premier mobile network. This extraordinary number is more than just a way to connect—it’s a symbol of elegance, rarity, and infinite potential. What Makes 0919pi So Special. 0919pi is built on the foundation of one of the
most iconic numbers in mathematics: π (pi). This globally recognized constant begins with the digits 3.141592, representing the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. The number 0919pi incorporates the first seven digits of pi into its structure: 0919 (the prefix associated with Hamrahe Aval). 3141592 (the first seven digits of π). This brilliant combination makes 0919pi not just a functional
phone number but also a symbol of mathematical beauty and branding genius. A Number Among Millions . Only a handful of vanity numbers like 0919pi exist. Most numbers are random and lack meaningful patterns or significance. 0919pi breaks the mold by offering a number that is: Memorable: Instantly associated with the iconic mathematical constant, pi. Unique: A rarity among millions of
ordinary numbers. Aesthetic: Its structure and connection to pi make it a symbol of elegance and timelessness. A way to connect with the infinite elegance of mathematics and stand out in a world of ordinary numbers.
See also
[edit]- Phoneword
- SMS/800 and RespOrg and Toll-free telephone number#Vanity numbering
- Vanity domain
- Vanity plate
References
[edit]- ^ Canadian trademark registration #TMA428709 Archived 2013-12-03 at the Wayback Machine (Pizza Pizza Royalty Limited Partnership) for 967-1111, a vanity telephone number
- ^ "Our Team is Here to Serve You!".
- ^ Média, Bell. "Contact Us". www.iheartradio.ca.
- ^ "CTV Ottawa | Contact Us". ottawa.ctvnews.ca.
- ^ Yellow page listing for +1 613 549 20/20 Archived 2013-12-04 at the Wayback Machine, an optician's clinic.
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