The Bridge + Your Own Phone
You have our Bridge and a vintage or modern analog phone you found in the wild.
Focused Step
The Internet Link
Step 1 of 5
Interactive Guide
Follow each step in order
Step 01
The Internet Link
Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the Internet port on your Bridge. Plug the other end into an open port on your home router or mesh unit.
Activation
No matter which path you took, you need to do this once.
Log In
Visit your Member Dashboard on any computer or phone.
Confirm Your 911 Address
This is legally required to activate your 10-digit "Make It Ring Ring" number.
See E911 Disclosure →Build Your Circle of Trust
Add the names and numbers of Grandma, best friends, and neighbors.
The Inaugural Call
Dial a number from your Circle. When they pick up, tell them: "I'm calling you from the past, but the audio quality is from the future."
From the Workshop
No Dial Tone?
Double-check that the Ethernet cable is pushed all the way in until it clicks.
Flashing Red Light?
This usually means your router is being shy. Try restarting your router first, then unplug and replug the Bridge.
Still Stuck?
Don't sweat it. Check the FAQs or Send a Digital Dispatch to the workshop and we'll help you figure it out.