Upgrade and port existing number?

I want to "upgrade" my smartphone to a messaging phone. The dumb phone costs more than my ETF, so according to my Verizon, getting the dumb phone puts me on month to month service. OK. Now can I then switch the phone to pay as you go? and can I then port my existing number to a pay as go service plan?
Thanks

Thanks, SuzyQ, for your reply.
Hello sulla,
I would love to assist with your wireless concerns but do need some clarification. Are you currently under contract with a Smartphone on your line and attempting to upgrade to a basic phone? If so, are you purchasing the basic phone at full retail price or are you upgrading at a discounted price, renewing your agreement?
If your mobile number is portable and you’re switching from a postpaid account to a prepaid account this can be done in a direct Verizon Wireless retail location. If your line is under contract when the change is done you will be charge an early termination fee.
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