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Why register for IM relay?

Register FREE with AT&T Instant Message Relay so you can make and receive calls directly on AIM. By registering, you get your own personal 10-digit phone number.


Got Your 10-Digit Number Yet?

Personal 10-digit phone numbers are just like any other local number.


  • Be reached by anyone from any phone.
  • Be located automatically by 911 emergency services.

Anyone can dial your 10-digit number from any phone and reach you directly through AT&T Instant Message Relay. That’s great news, but what’s also great is that when you make an emergency 911 call through AT&T Relay, police, fire, and other emergency services can find you and send help as quickly as possible.


How to Register

Tell us what city and state you live in, along with your area code, then choose an available phone number from the list provided.


Get your own 10-digit phone number today by IM-ing 'NUMBER' to AIM Screen Name 'ATTRelay'


How to transfer a number from another provider

If you already have a number from another provider, and would like to transfer the number to AT&T Relay, please type HELPDESK and let us know the number you would like to port and which provider it came from. We will transfer it for you.


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