FAQ's

Wiley Home Phone Service

What is the Smile & Dial Trial?

A 30 day money back guarantee.

We want to make sure you're happy with Wiley home phone service. It's our hope to make your family smile & connect with the people you love in your life.

Sometimes it just isn't the right fit & thats ok!

For whatever reason you aren't happy with Wiley home phone service during the first 30 days we'll do whatever we can to make it right or just send the phone(s) back & we'll give you a full refund for the phone(s) & refund you for the first month of service.

Plus, there are no contracts with Wiley so you can get Wiley with full confidence of not getting stuck in a contract.

Can I call all phone numbers?

Yes! Wiley phones can call any number. They can call other landline phones, cell phones, or take-out...whatever!

Your phone arrives and by default will allow calls from anyone. You may toggle Approved-Only on & set the numbers you'd like to allow in the Parent Portal.

Can I call Tin Can or other home phone numbers?

Yes!

You can call Tin Can or any other home phone number. With Tin Can just make sure you talk to the parents of the family to ensure you are on their Approved Calling List.

What's the difference between Wiley & other internet based home phones?

Our mission be the best WiFi home phone for kids on the market, so childhood doesn't happen through a screen.

Main Differences Wiley was designed for kids of all ages - young and old. Wiley is flexible to cater to you & your kids' needs.

How we stack up:

  • Tin Can locks you into approved-contacts-only with no off switch. Wiley gives you that same mode and lets you toggle it off, so the phone grows with your kid instead of boxing them in.
  • Everyone Else: WiFi calling has been around for 20+ years, but almost nobody designed it with kids in mind. We did.

Built for the whole family. Wiley works for kids as early as 3 or 4 years old...as long as they can press a speed dial button to call grandma.

Younger kids learn phone literacy, tweens earn independence, & teens that still need a way to call & ask somebody out on a date.

Adults get freedom to still stay connected to the world but have an option to stay connected without the doomscrolling.

What if my home loses power or WiFi, can Wiley still make calls?

If WiFi or power go out you will lose the ability to call with Wiley.

That is a really valid concern that we and many parents have.

Power Outage Affecting WiFi & Internet See if a power backup battery will keep your home internet & WiFi going in the event of a power outage. Some internet service providers like Google Fiber are now even shipping with WiFi routers that have backup power options.

Our mission is to safely connect kids & families & have set out to make that a reality. 

We researched this concern early on & found in our research that on average a home in the United States has 99.9% connectivity to power & internet. (On average homes experience  outages of power 7 hours/year & WiFi 9 hours/year.)

Every area is different so your experience may be more or less than that but the thing we also want to stress is that with outages there are options. Just like everything in life it really depends on your specific needs & preparedness level.

For instance some people have put together backup options for power like generators or backup connectivity like a secondary connection point like Startlink (satellite) or WiFi home hotspot like Verizon Fios (cellular). Hopefully there are other communications in the home.

At the end of the day we want to give parents options. We want to give families a simple & fun way to connect with each other without having the pressure of getting kids a smartphone too early.

Is there a monthly fee?

Yes there is!

Wiley is a true home phone telephone service with unlimited nationwide calling. No contracts.

USA $9.95/mo
(+ taxes & fees)

Service Plan Includes
• Unlimited Nationwide Calling
• Address Based 911 & 911 Alerts
• Choose a New Number for Free
• Spam and Robocall Blocking
• Full Parental Controls and Toolsuite
• Contact-Only Calling Available
• Caller ID
• Voicemail
• Quiet Hours Schedule
• & More!

Can I call 911?

Yes! This was an important feature for us and a big reason we don't offer a free plan like some other options. The free plans often only include calling from one branded device to another. Which means mom's cellphone and 911 are off the table. That didn't sit well with us. We want this to be as safe as it is fun, and as fun as possible!

Wiley Home Phone service comes with:

Enhanced 911 
Assign a physical address to your phone number so if 911 is dialed, first responders automatically know where to go — even if your child can’t say the address.

Instant Emergency Alerts
You and a neighbor can even instantly get an alert when 911 is dialed from Wiley so if you aren’t home you’ll know something serious is happening & can take action.

As well as:
• Unlimited Nationwide Calling
• An actual 10-digit phone number that can be called by any phone.
• Spam and Robocall Blocking
• Full Parental Controls and Toolsuite
• Contact-Only Calling Available
• Call History
• Voicemail

Does Wiley Home Phone service have contracts?

Nope, no contracts!

Can I have multiple Wiley phones in my home?

Yes!

You can add an unlimited amount of phones under the same roof that will all share the same number.

Under each household account you'll get one primary phone number. Each additional phone will cost $3.50/mo per additional phone.

How It Works
When you first create an account with Wiley and set up your first phone you simply add whatever other phone(s) you'd like to your household in our web portal: D.

All phones will all share the same voicemail inbox & ring together :D

Can I bring my own phone & use Wiley Home Phone service?

Yes!

We’ll send you the component you’ll need to connect your own phone right into your home internet router. 

Any working phone, analog or digital, even 100 years old, will work!

Note You cannot use other VoIP phones with our service.

Snag Wiley's "Bring Your Own Phone" device by clicking the following link:

https://wileyphone.com/products/bring-your-own-phone

Can you do 3-way calls?

Yes! Up to 3 people can join any call.

Does Wiley Home Phone work with satellite internet services like Starlink & Cellular internet services like Verizon Fios?

Yes!

The only requirement is that you have access to an Ethernet port. Our phones use WiFi for calling although the initial phone setup is done first via ethernet cable.

Starlink If you use Starlink but don't have the Ethernet add-on component just message us at hello@wileyphone.com and we'll ship your phone with your WiFi already set up in the phone.

The setup is simple & we'll provide you with everything you need.

I want to move to Wiley from my current or existing service, can I keep my number?

Yes! We can port over your number for a small one time fee. Just make sure you don't cancel your current plan until we have successfully ported your number over.

Can I make international calls?

At the moment, no. We'll release international call abilities down the line. We're unsure when that can be at the moment but it's on the roadmap.

Home Phone Devices

Can I use Ethernet instead of WiFi?

Yes!

All our devices come with Ethernet compatibility. Wiley Buddy and Wiley Classic have WiFi compatibility as well.

Do I need a telephone line?

Nope!

Telephone lines are not used with any of Wiley's phones. Service is all over your home internet.

Is it a real phone?

Yes! This is not an app - you just pick up the handset & call.

Wall mountable?

Yes the Wiley Buddy can mount to a wall.

Will you have the blue phone in stock?

We don't have plans to make the blue phone at the moment, we're focusing on the Wiley Buddy phone :)

What's different between the Wiley WiFi Home Phones?

Learn About the Wiley Buddy

Wiley Buddy comes in black or white and is our simplest, most popular phone.Wiley Buddy works over your wifi. You'll need to connect it directly to your router during set up. If this isnt possible with your router setup, please contact us after ordering so we can get you sorted before we ship your Buddy!

After setup, you can move your Wiley Buddy anywhere within range of your wifi!

Is your router in a utility closet, basement, home office? No worries! Wiley Buddy can plug in anywhere in the house.

What Phones Can I Use?

Wiley Buddy is the WiFi model we sell. It's the simplest, fastest way to get connected.
But if you have an old phone from your childhood that you're dying to use again, we can help with that!

You will need to purchase a Wiley Magic Box. You'll still be able to enjoy the benefits of a home phone that works over your internet, but this Magic Box needs to be plugged directly into your router AND the phone you plan to use.

Is your router in a utility closet or other inconvenient location where you dont necessarily want the phone to live? Contact us. There might be a few options for you to consider. We will walk you through them and help find a solution!

Shipping Information

When will my order ship?

Orders are processed as quickly as possible.

During peak periods, orders may take up to 7 working days from the estimated ship date to be dispatched. Once shipped, you will receive a confirmation email with tracking information.

Do you ship worldwide?

We ship to the USA. Wiley is currently not offering home phone service in other countries at the moment.

How much is shipping?

Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on the shipping address location and selected service.

Why haven't I received my order?

If your tracking information indicates that your order has been delivered but you have not received it, please check with your carrier or contact hello@wileyphone.com for assistance.

Payment

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and other payment options may show up in your cart.

Is my payment secure?

All transactions are secured and encrypted. We do not store payment information.

Returns

Can I return my order?

Returns are accepted within 45 days after delivery. Items must be in their original condition, unused, in the Wiley box, and with all equipment returned.

Access Wiley's self-serve Return Portal.

Can I exchange for a different phone?

Exchanges for the same item can be facilitated via our Returns Portal. Exchanges are free.

Is there a return fee?

Return shipping costs are free.

I received a damaged or wrong item, what now?

If you received an incorrect or defective item, please contact hello@wileyphone.com with your order number and a photo of the issue.

Still need help

Please contact hello@wileyphone.com. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24 working hours.