The Big PSTN Switch Off

The Big PSTN Switch Off

-The UK’s PSTN Network will switch off in 2025-

We’re all familiar with the copper wire telephone network: in use since 1876, it’s kept business communications’ going for years. But that’s all about to change.

WHAT'S HAPPENING?

All customers will need to move from the old analogue public switched telephone network (PSTN) to a fully digital network. It’s already started. We plan to have moved everyone over before Openreach stop the PSTN (and ISDN) service in 2025. By then, every phone line in the UK will be digital, routing calls over IP (Internet Protocol) rather than the traditional PSTN.

WHEN YOU SAY EVERYONE?

Yes, we mean everyone. Business and Home. And it’s not just your phone services you need to think about. It’s everything else that currently uses the old phone network, all your non-voice services connected to PSTN or ISDN lines. Things like alarms, EPOS machines, door entry systems, CCTV, and faxes.

PSTN SWITCH OFF - HAVE YOU CONSIDERED...

It’s not just traditional telephony that sits on PSTN lines. Other devices such as alarm lines, payment terminals, and security cameras also utilise the network to transfer data. This means when the PSTN is switched off, these devices will cease to work.

If you own any of these devices, you’ll need to find out whether they’re IP compatible from the manufacturer. If your devices aren’t IP compatible, they’ll need to be replaced. Otherwise, your devices can simply be moved onto a Single Order product.

If you’re looking to go wireless, there’s the option of connecting these devices over IoT (Internet of Things) networks using intelligent mobile data.

Embrace the future of telephony by replacing your landline with VoIP before the Public Switch Telephone Network (PSTN) is switched off in 2025.