How to Find Out What Network a Mobile Number Is On
By Maya Walker
Finding out the network for a mobile phone number is important for a variety of reasons. If you plan to send a text message from your email, you need to know which network the recipient is on to determine his mobile email address. Locating the mobile network is also a good idea if you are receiving harassing phone calls. Online search tools such as Fone Finder and Cell Revealer offer a free way to find the network of most mobile numbers.
Fone Finder
Access the Fone Finder website in a Web browser.
Enter the mobile phone number in the indicated field and click "Search by Number."
Review the results for the number. The network for the mobile number is in the "Telephone Company Web Link" column.
Telephone Number IDentification
Access the Telephone Number IDentification website in a Web browser.
Enter the 10-digit mobile number in the indicated field and click "Search."
Review the search results for the number. The network is listed under "Current Telephone Company."
Cell Revealer
Access the Cell Revealer website in a Web browser.
Enter the 10-digit mobile field indicated and click "Reveal."
Review the results for the number. The network is listed in the "Carrier" field.
Writer Bio
Maya Walker began writing professionally in 2008. Her articles have appeared on a variety of websites, covering technology, personal finance, music and health topics. Walker is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English at Stephen F. Austin University in Texas.