Free tool
When can you legally call this number today?
Federal rules say 8 AM – 9 PM in the called party's local time — but states layer on curfews, holidays, and emergency restrictions. Check any number.
resolving time zone & state rules…
legal window today, shown in your local time
Frequently asked questions
What are the federal legal calling hours?
Federal telemarketing rules allow calls between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM in the called party's local time. Several states are stricter — some end at 8:00 PM, restrict Sundays, or ban calls on state holidays entirely.
Which time zone applies — mine or the customer's?
Always the called party's local time. That's why area code alone isn't enough: overlays, ported numbers, and wireless numbers mean the same area code can span time zones. This tool resolves the actual number.
Do state holidays and emergencies change the window?
Yes. A dozen states prohibit telemarketing on specific holidays, and some (like Louisiana and Florida) restrict calling during declared states of emergency. This lookup accounts for both.