Make and receive calls without a phone system
Quick & easy installation
Get started fast with just Windows, a VoIP provider, internet & headset. No need for complicated hardware.
Broad compatibility
Works with popular VoIP / SIP trunk providers and standard headsets - no pricey gadgets required.
Easy softphone access
Download our free softphone to start calling in minutes. Simple, secure, and ready to go.
Ideal for teams
Need to scale?
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A smarter way to make calls from your PC
Looking for a way to make and receive calls from your PC or laptop? Look no further!
The legacy 3CX softphone for Windows is a free app developed by 3CX, for use independent of the phone system. Once connected to your VoIP provider, it can be used to make and receive calls over your internet connection. Ideal for freelancers, small business owners or home users, the 3CX softphone allows you to make and receive calls as if it were a physical desktop phone.
No need for landlines - simply connect your VoIP provider and use any headset. Save on the hassle and on your monthly phone bills.
Download the free legacy standalone softphone here.
Free legacy softphone for Windows
Make and receive calls directly from your PC or laptop. No desk phone needed, just connect to your VoIP provider and start calling with any headset. Perfect for freelancers and remote workers.
Easy setup & compatibility
Install in minutes. All you need is Windows, internet, and a headset. Works with major VoIP/SIP providers and supports standard hardware - no costly devices required.
Simple calling interface
Call, transfer, record, or check voicemails from a clean, user-friendly dialpad. View your call logs and contacts all in one place for smooth communication.
All your free standalone Windows softphone questions answered...
Technically no, it’s not designed for use with the 3CX Phone System. If you're using 3CX, you should download the 3CX Windows App instead to benefit from full system integration and features.
Industries We Work With
- Healthcare
- Automotive
- Education
- Technology
- Government
- Services
- Hospitality
- Finance
Healthcare Case Study Bringing NHS Surgeries’ Communications Back from Critical Condition
3CX’s Call Recording & UC Features Meet Surgery Requirements. "The new system dispelled our previous hang ups about hosted telephony and new technologies. With our dedicated internet line we've had a consistent and reliable service. The call quality has been great." Peter McIntyre, Practice Manager, NHS Read the case study.
A Case Study in the Automotive Industry - Buckle Up! Porsche Inter Auto Takes 3CX for a Spin
Thanks to advanced 3CX call center features, gearing up customer service was no issue. "3CX proved instrumental in helping take customer satisfaction to a higher level. We look forward to exploring new product features in upcoming 3CX updates." Željko Hitrec, Communication Manager, Porsche Inter Auto Read the case study
A Case Study in Education: Douglas County School District Enjoys Increased Security and Significant Savings
3CX was chosen above Jive®* and Cisco®* as most cost effective: “This was one of the best decisions we made. The 3CX system is easy to configure and manage and runs on hardware we already owned. ROI will be less than three years." John Endter, IT Director, Douglas County School District Read the case study
Our Case Study in Technology Showcases Benefits to Brazil’s Largest Data Center Provider
With company telephony costs reduced by 20% and increased employee mobility: "We gained high availability VoIP, easy system admin and advanced communications features. Our teams have quality communication capabilities to respond quickly to our customers." Fábio Trimarco, IT Governance Manager, Ascenty Read the case study
3CX Government Implementation Case Study in Bavaria's Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld Across 31 Municipalities
“3CX was a replacement for Avaya. Existing VOIP infrastructure was expanded to transition from simple telephony to company-wide unified comms. 3CX apps and Web Client gave users a powerful, easy-to-use softphone." Stephen Johannes, Network Telecoms Manager, Landkreis Rhön-Grabfeld Read the case study
A Service Industry Case Study On How Argus Group Insures Themselves Against Communications Failure with 3CX
On replacing their outdated, analog Mitel®* PBX: "The 3CX project allowed us to re-examine our telephony operations. We optimized call flows, shortened wait times for clients and have granular reporting on the nature of calls in the short and long term.” Tory Richard, Head of IT, Argus Group Read the case study
3CX Leads in Club Med Hospitality Case Study - A Globally Recognized Brand Serving Guests Since the 1950’s
3CX checks in to Club Med's all-inclusive resort with a 5 star communication solution: “The integration of 3CX with our global service system (NICE In Contact / Verizon) in the USA, helped increase productivity in a cost-efficient way. Right solution deployed by right partner!” Claudio Cavalcanti, Head of IT South America, Club Med Read the case study
A Case Study in Finance - Adding Value to Phillips Securities Group with Free Interoffice Telephony for 700+ Employees
Rising telephone maintenance costs and operational deficiency over the PSTN: “3CX has cut Phillip’s phone costs sharply. Voice calls go out over the IP phone system, and are routed over the PSTN at the lowest cost. Eight offices are bridged, and interoffice calls are free with IP telephony." Terence Tung, Network Manager, Phillips Read the case study
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