Can my employer require me to use my personal cell phone?

Generally, an employer can require you to use personal property (like your vehicle, or cell phone) as long as you are properly reimbursed for additional costs incurred when used for work. However, there’s no such thing with cell phone use.

Can you add a business line to your cell phone?

By adding a business line to your smartphone, you can keep your personal calls and business calls separate — without having to buy a new device. There are different ways to add a business line to your Android or iOS phone, including GoDaddy’s SmartLine.

Can you add a business line to your cell phone Verizon?

Many small business users start out with a Verizon Wireless family plan and later wish to add a new business line to their account. Verizon does not allow you to do this from their website, but you may request the service by contacting their customer support line.

Can I have two lines on my cell phone?

Good news: Thanks to a growing roster of apps, one smartphone can have two separate and distinct phone lines. (Possibly even more than two.) You keep your current number, then add a second one (new or ported, your choice) that’s strictly for business.

Can a company cell phone be used for personal calls?

Employees are encouraged to use their company cell phones sparingly when it comes to personal calls and texts. Employees must not make international calls using their company cell phones, unless those calls are explicitly for business purposes.

Can a company reimburse a personal cell phone?

The method of personal cell phones for business purposes should be strictly limited to “on necessary need” basis only. The company would provide the appropriate reimbursement for business related calls from personal devices only if the employee provides the relevant proof as per the refund policy.

What is a cell phone agreement for company use?

A cell phone agreement for company use is a contract between an employer and employee, whereby the employer will provide the employee with a company cell phone for business use. Other terms for a cell phone agreement include an employee cell phone policy or company cell phone usage policy.

Is the cell phone a property of the company?

Employees understand that the company cell phones are property of the company, and are therefore revocable at any time. Personal cell phone calls are to be kept to a minimum during office hours, and must never disrupt the work of the employee or those around him/her.

Can a company phone be a perk for an employee?

Also a company phone can be a nice perk for an employee, allow them to use it for personal use as well (we do), it usually doesn’t cost the company a whole lot and the employee saves money with not having to buy a cell phone, usually makes for a happy employee and as a result the company benefits.

When does an employee have to use a cell phone?

This employee cell phone use policy is effective as of the {date} day of {month}, {year} . Employees provided with company cell phones must respect that these phones are meant for business purposes. Employees are encouraged to use their company cell phones sparingly when it comes to personal calls and texts.