CellConnect PrepaidProduct Information

What is Startec CellConnect Prepaid?

Startec CellConnect Prepaid is a service that allows you to make calls from your cell phone as well as from almost any other phone. You can use Startec CellConnect Prepaid from your cell phone without dialing any PIN Numbers. You can also use the service from a hotel phone, a friend's house or even your office. Now you can make international calls while on the go!

With Startec CellConnect Prepaid you can register up to four phone numbers including your cell phone and even your family members' cell phones to dial without using PIN Numbers. You can also set up speed dial for up to 99 numbers for quick connections.

Startec CellConnect iPrepaid s activated immediately after you sign-up. No need to wait, you can start using it right away and can even start adding speed dial numbers.

What is the difference between CellConnect Prepaid and CellConnect?

CellConnect Prepaid allows you to control your budget and spending by giving you the option to prepay.  The more traditional CellConnect service is a "pay-as-you-go" service which allows you to sign up without a commitment and pay only for the calls you make within a billing period (one month).  Other than the way you pay for the service, both products have the same features, rates & benefits.

Can I use my existing cell phone, service provider and cell plan?

YES. CellConnect Prepaid Service can be used simply by dialing our toll free number from your cell phone. Just follow the prompts and dial the desired number to start saving on international calls. You can have any cell phone provider and use our CellConnect Prepaid Service.


What are the access numbers for CellConnect Prepaid?

City State Local Access Number
ABBOTSFORD BC 604-756-5015
BARRIE ON 705-481-1369
BELLEVILLE ON 613-480-6211
BRAMPTON ON 289-298-5281
BURLINGTON ON 289-427-5670
CALGARY AB 403-538-6780
CATHARINES-THOROLD ON 905-378-2892
EDMONTON AB 780-638-4837
FORT MCMURRAY AB 780-749-2120
GRANDE PRAIRIE AB 780-833-5761
HALIFAX NS 902-482-5870
HAMILTON ON 905-390-2951 
HESPELER ON 519-220-5984
KAMLOOPS BC 250-434-8909
KELOWNA BC 778-436-2698
KINGSTON ON 613-887-8455
LETHBRIDGE AB 403-388-7506
LONDON ON 519-937-9199
MEDICINE HAT AB 403-488-5072
MONTREAL QC 514-509-8904
 
City State Local Access Number
NORTH VANCOUVER BC 604-998-4474
OSHAWA ON 905-674-6422
OTTAWA ON 613-212-0111
PETERBOROUGH ON 705-201-5242
PRINCE GEORGE BC 250-277-2254
QUEBEC CITY QC 418-780-6866
RED DEER AB 403-755-6690
RICHMOND BC 604-249-4182
RICHMOND HILL ON 289-475-5127
SARNIA ON 519-704-1590
SHERBROOKE QC 819-780-4368
SUDBURY ON 705-479-5166
TERRACE BC 250-631-4770
TORONTO ON 416-309-1988
TORONTO ON 416-594-2490
TROIS RIVIERES QC 819-840-9773
VANCOUVER BC 778-331-3880
VICTORIA BC 250-298-6119
WHISTLER BC 604-967-6045
WINDSOR ON 519-968-9766

What is speed dial?

With speed dial you don't have to dial the full phone number you are trying to reach. Simply dial the toll free CellConnect Prepaid access number and enter the speed dial number. With Startec CellConnect Prepaid, you can store up to 99 numbers for speed dialing.

Can I place a call while traveling overseas using Startec CellConnect Prepaid Service?
Yes. With Startec CellConnect, you can stay connected even when you are traveling abroad! Startec CellConnect Prepaidprovides toll-free access numbers from over 50 countries worldwide. All you have to do is dial the local toll-free number for the country that you are in and follow the prompts.

Will I be able to use the PIN-less dialing feature when I use my CellConnect Prepaid account from overseas?

No. The PIN-less dialing feature is only available from the phone numbers you have registered with Startec. If you are using CellConnect Prepaid from your cell phone when you are traveling abroad, your cell phone will be 'International roaming'. When you are on 'International roaming' you will not be able to use the PIN-less feature.

What rates will I have to pay for using Startec CellConnect Prepaid service from foreign countries?
You can look up the rates for using Startec CellConnect Prepaid Service from abroad on our convenient rate calculator found here. The rates that you will pay depend on the 'access charges' from abroad.

Anything else I need to remember when I make calls using Startec's CellConnect Prepaid Service?

Yes. Please do not press the "Send" or "Call" or "Ok" button on your cell phone after you dial your destination number. This button might also be the "Green" button on your cell phone that you press after you choose or enter the number you wish to call. Pressing this button might take your International call directly through to your cell phone provider and Startec will not be responsible for these calls.
Here's a step-by-step explanation on what to do when you make calls from your cell phone using Startec's CellConnect Prepaid Service:
  1. Call our toll free access number (most likely you would have programmed it into your phone).
  2. When you hear the prompt, enter the destination number you are calling (if you are set up for PIN-less dialing). If you are not set up for PIN-less dialing, you can dial your PIN and then the destination number. If you have set up speed dial options, you can just enter the speed dial code instead of the full destination number.
  3. PLEASE DO NOT PRESS ANY OTHER BUTTON and wait to be connected.