{"id":20431,"date":"2021-08-03T09:00:43","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T08:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"\/gb\/en\/blog\/?p=20431"},"modified":"2023-01-16T16:48:52","modified_gmt":"2023-01-16T16:48:52","slug":"free-conference-call","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/gb\/en\/blog\/free-conference-call\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Conference Call: How to Improve Collaboration With Conferencing Services"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conference calling with friends and family can be fun. But in business, this form of communication is essential. It facilitates resolving customer problems and queries, discussing contracts with suppliers, and formulating plans and ideas among colleagues and team members.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the pandemic forcing many businesses to adopt remote or hybrid working, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hubblehq.com\/should-we-ditch-the-office\/survey-results\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">86% of UK workers wanting to work remotely at least once per week<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the way we communicate has never been more crucial.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our use of technology to communicate has also increased to meet the needs of the changing workforce. When it is no longer a case of walking across the office for a chat, having the tools to keep in touch means we keep our business running. But we also don\u2019t want increased costs. So how can free conference calls help us stay in touch and to collaborate?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why do teams use free conference call services?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most obvious reason to employ free conference calling services is to unite scattered teams.\u00a0 These are often split over several locations, either due to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/remote-work.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">remote\/hybrid working<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or simply because the organisation has many physical locations spread over the United Kingdom and the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But what are the actual benefits of free conference call services?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Communication<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emails or instant messaging may miss out on nuances in a conversation. Video conferencing allows for proper discussion, with the tone of voice and body language can be communicated effectively. This can transform your employees\u2019 entire outlook on meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a free conference call service means that you avoid the potential costs of bringing together people from different locations for a physical meeting. And with no need for costly software or hardware, it\u2019s a budget-friendly option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Identity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On a free conference call, all the players can identify themselves and their roles. This can be essential when vital decisions have to be made. It also plays a big part if the call is between different companies (an organisation and its supplier or potential client, for example).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Spontaneity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, an online meeting may need to be called quickly and urgently. For a physical meeting, that can mean time is lost while team members gather. With a conference call, a meeting can be called at concise notice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Attention<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many of us have ignored an email or instant message, promising to get to it later? A conference call demands your immediate attention, and you\u2019ll typically need a good reason to ignore an invite.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Is there a free conference call app?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-2048x2048 wp-image-20437\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-2048x1360.jpg\" alt=\" Social media and people network technology\" width=\"840\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-scaled.jpg 2048w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-300x199.jpg 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-640x425.jpg 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-768x510.jpg 768w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-743x493.jpg 743w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Social-media-and-people-network-technology-1000x664.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several conference call apps are 100% free, but these usually have some drawbacks. These shortcomings can include things like poor call quality, complex processes to invite or join the call, and hidden costs if you want extra features. They may be ok for smaller businesses and meetings but not for larger organisations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a better solution, you may want to consider an alternate service such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/video-conference\/overview.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral Video<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While you have to pay a monthly subscription fee for this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/unified-communications.html\">unified communications<\/a> platform, you get high-quality service with several benefits like toll-free phone numbers for users and thousands of free call minutes. The pricing is also very reasonable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Essential features of a free conference call app<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering a conference call app, there are some features you may consider essential, though these may vary according to your needs:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Calendar<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good calendar management (including syncing with Google) can be a critical feature. This means everyone knows when meetings are scheduled, and you can do so to fit everyone\u2019s timetable.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>File sharing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great meeting doesn\u2019t limit itself to the verbal conversation. You may need to share files such as graphs, screenshots, sales figures, etc. If an app doesn\u2019t offer this feature, you could miss out on important info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/call-recording.html\"><strong>Call recording<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recording what happened during a conference call can be crucial. Recordings can work to confirm points made or information given and inform and improve training procedures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>International dial-in<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crucial if you have global offices or want to connect with international clients or suppliers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your system should allow access from all devices, including mobile phones such as iPhones and Android devices, so you\u2019ll never have to be tethered to a landline again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/teams\/overview.html\">Messaging\/chat<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to this feature can be a significant help. You may want to communicate something with one participant in the meeting without everyone else \u2018hearing\u2019. Being able to send info or a prompt to a colleague could be a determining factor in how a meeting goes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong>Security\/encryption<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll likely discuss important or sensitive data during any conference call. Knowing your conversation is encrypted end-to-end and that all data is safe can provide peace of mind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Do I Set Up a Free RingCentral Conference Call?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14861\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/hd-voice-tab-png-rendition-iaas-banner-Icon.jpg\" alt=\"hd voice tab png rendition IaaS banner Icon\" width=\"1378\" height=\"921\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/hd-voice-tab-png-rendition-iaas-banner-Icon.jpg 1378w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/hd-voice-tab-png-rendition-iaas-banner-Icon-300x201.jpg 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/hd-voice-tab-png-rendition-iaas-banner-Icon-640x428.jpg 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/hd-voice-tab-png-rendition-iaas-banner-Icon-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1378px) 100vw, 1378px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/conference-call.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up a conference call<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with RingCentral for the first time is very straightforward. If you\u2019re the call organiser\/host, there are only a few simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download and install the RingCentral app.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the \u2018schedule\u2019 button. (invites will be sent by email or text).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the \u2018start button.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait for invitees to join.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start the meeting (note: you can invite additional people while the meeting is live).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How Do I Join a Free Conference Call Meeting with RingCentral?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14731\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon.png\" alt=\"ucaas banner icon\" width=\"1748\" height=\"1292\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon.png 1748w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon-300x222.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon-640x473.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon-768x568.png 768w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ucaas-banner-icon-1536x1135.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1748px) 100vw, 1748px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joining a RingCentral conference call for the first time is as easy as setting one up, but the process is slightly different depending on whether the call is audio or video-based.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/rc-conferencing\/overview.html\"><strong>Audio<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dial into the call meeting number provided at the scheduled time.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Input the access code you\u2019ve been given.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join the meeting and introduce yourself.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/video.html\"><strong>Video<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20438\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-UK-Video.png\" alt=\"RingCentral-UK-Video-368\" width=\"1408\" height=\"906\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-UK-Video.png 1408w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-UK-Video-300x193.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-UK-Video-640x412.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-UK-Video-768x494.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the link provided in your invite. (you may need to install the app if you haven\u2019t already).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check audio and video settings and make sure everyone can see and hear you clearly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduce yourself!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How RingCentral Makes Free Conference Calls Easy For Everyone<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re hosting a conference call, you want everyone you invite to be able to access and join effortlessly. RingCentral has some amazing features that guarantee accessibility and can help enhance your online meetings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/rc-conferencing\/overview.html\"><strong>Audio Conference<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hd audio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You get a dedicated dial-in number for audio conferencing for easy access.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both host and users get a unique access code belonging only to them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your audio conferencing line is available 24\/7.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/voip\/overview.html\">VoIP<\/a> access.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can host an unlimited number of calls with up to 1,000 participants per call.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conferencing will work on any device from any location.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The host\/organiser has complete control of the call.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/office\/features\/video-conference\/overview.html\"><strong>Video Conference\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality HD video.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screen sharing options: share documents, graphs, files, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gallery offers views of up to 25 simultaneous video streams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chat integration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compatibility with all operating systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calendar integration.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Places spotlight on whoever\u2019s talking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-point video calls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Frequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20439\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1367\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-scaled.jpg 2048w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-300x200.jpg 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-640x427.jpg 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-768x513.jpg 768w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/RingCentral-Free-Conference-Call-FAQs-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. What are the types of conference call services?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two types of conference call services-100% free ones, which can be very basic and will have limitations on features and functionalities. Or, you can choose a unified communications solution like RingCentral, which, although charging a monthly fee, offers high-quality functions and features and thousands of free minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. How does a free conference call make money?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll often find that a completely free service is a lower-tier service offered by a company that also offers paid subscriptions. However, these are not non-profit companies, and these free services usually make their money by routing non-free calls through smaller exchanges that pay them a commission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. What is the limit of conference calls?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The problem with entirely free services is that they usually limit both participants and the call length. That can be as low as 10 participants and 30-40 minutes per call. With RingCentral Video, you can host up to 1,000 participants (ideal for webinars or conferences) for an unlimited duration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Can a free conference call do video?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, some free call conference services do offer free video options but with the limitations already discussed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. What is the best free conference call service?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral Video tops the list of services <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/review42.com\/free\/conference-call-service\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">according to many independent websites<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While not completely free, the benefits and features it offers make it the number one choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. Is a free conference call safe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That depends on the conferencing solution you choose. You should always select a conferencing service that has been designed for business, as it is more likely to offer higher levels of security and encryption.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral maintains a strong focus on your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/technology\/security.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">security and privacy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As they\u2019re a cloud-based company, they approach the crucial issue of cybersecurity on four levels: \u2018Enterprise, Cloud, Product, and Customer Trust\u2019. With end-to-end encryption on calls and high levels of enterprise security, you can be sure your data and information are always safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>7. How can I get a free conference call number?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processes will vary from provider to provider. But with RingCentral, once you have set up the service, you\u2019ll be equipped with your own VoIP number. If you\u2019re going to host many conference calls, you can request a dedicated dial-in number for conferencing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Takeaway\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-2048x2048 wp-image-20441\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-2048x1365.jpg\" alt=\"Man having conference call online\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-scaled.jpg 2048w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-300x200.jpg 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-640x427.jpg 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-768x512.jpg 768w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Man-having-conference-call-online-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With an increasingly remote or hybrid workforce, conference calls take on an equally increasing role. Connecting teams across physical distances enhance communication and encourage more collaborative working despite scattered geography.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But you have to beware of the use of the term \u2018free\u2019. It can be a misleading term, and, particularly for larger businesses, a completely free service may put limitations on what you can execute and the features to which you\u2019ll have access. A paid service with better features may save you more in the long term, as you won\u2019t have to add on features or use 3rd party mobile apps to get the job done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Conference calling with friends and family can be fun. But in business, this form of communication is essential. 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