Secure, modern PBX for individuals, hobbyists and very small teams
Simple Telephony
Self-Hosted Deployment
Core PBX Features
A single license includes the core telephony tools required to run a small phone system: call routing, intercom, basic reporting and more.
3CX 4SC Free Basic Edition - A practical starting point
The 4SC Free Basic Edition focuses on essential communications. It’s intended for enthusiasts, micro-teams and learning environments that want a modern PBX without advanced integrations or enterprise features.
With the 3CX Free Basic Edition, users can experience a fully functional PBX that is simple to deploy and easy to maintain. It provides the core tools needed for small environments while avoiding unnecessary complexity.
With more than 20 features available, ranging from mobile apps to ring groups and remote work capabilities, the 3CX 4SC Basic Free Edition is ideal for small companies that do not require advanced enterprise functionality but still need reliable business communications. For example, a small accounting firm or local travel agency can handle customer calls professionally while allowing staff to answer calls from the office, home, or on the go. For a full overview, see the complete feature list.
Basic Telephony
Even in a small setup, telephony must remain secure and reliable. The 4SC Basic Free Edition delivers modern communications and compatibility, helping ensure stable daily operation.
Apps First Communication
The Free Basic Edition is optimized for the 3CX Web Client and Mobile Apps. Users can handle calls, messages and chat directly from their browser or smartphone without the need for IP Phones.
Monitoring and Reporting
Basic reporting allows administrators to view essential call activity and usage data. The system remains easy to maintain while providing the visibility needed to monitor performance.
Your 4SC Free Basic Edition Questions Answered
Individuals, hobbyists and very small teams who want to experiment with or run a simple VoIP system. It’s also suitable for schools or training environments demonstrating PBX technology.
No. The Free Basic Edition must be self-hosted, either on-premise or in your own cloud environment.
- Self-Hosted
- Apps: Windows and Web Client, iOS, Android
- BLF Busy Lamp Field
- Headset Integration
- Phone Directory
- Auto Attendant
- Call Logging
- Call Parking / Pickup
- Integrated Fax Server
- Intercom / Paging / PA Announcements
- Multi-level IVR
- Ring Groups
- SIP Trunk Choice
- Custom SMTP Server
- Google Workspace / User Sync Only
- MS 365 Integration / User Sync Only
- VMware / Hyper-V / KVM
- Call Reports Basic
- '3CX Talk' Link
- Chat Reports
- Live Chat & WordPress
- SMS & MMS
Full list of features available can be found on our website here.
No. The Free Basic Edition is optimized for the 3CX Web Client and Mobile Apps.
Industries We Work With
- Healthcare
- Automotive
- Education
- Technology
- Government
- Services
- Hospitality
- Finance
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