Call forwarding works pretty much the same on Android and iOS devices. You can turn it on from dialer settings or by sending a code to the network provider. If you’re embarking on a trip where you expect your phone to be out of service, you may want to forward your calls to another phone number. But what happens when you come back and want your phone number to receive calls again? Here are the top 5 ways to stop call forwarding on Android and iPhone.
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Conditional Forwarding vs Unconditional Forwarding: What’s the difference?
Before you disable it, you need to know the kind of call forwarding that is activated on your number. Call forwarding can belong to one of two categories – Conditional and Unconditional. As the name suggests, conditional forwarding works selectively, only when the underlying conditions are met. Phone calls to your number will be forwarded to another number only when your line is busy, unavailable, or unanswered. If you’re about to catch a flight, you may want to enable conditional forwarding for your number.
Conversely, unconditional forwarding relays incoming calls to another number without taking your line’s status into consideration. Even if your phone is switched on and receiving optimum network coverage, unconditional forwarding will connect the calls to another number. You should use this when you are away from your phone and want the calls to be relayed to someone else’s number.
Stop Unconditional Call Forwarding on iPhone
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Phone.
Step 2: Tap on Call Forwarding.
Step 3: Turn off the toggle switch.
Stop Unconditional Call Forwarding on Android
Step 1: Launch the dialer app on your smartphone.
Step 2: Hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Tap on Settings.
Step 4: Scroll down and select Supplementary services.
Step 5: Tap on Call forwarding.
Step 6: Tap on Always forward and select Never.
Stop Call Forwarding using the Google Dialer on Android
If you use the Google Dialer on your smartphone, follow these steps to disable call forwarding.
Step 1: Launch the Google Dialer on your phone and hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 2: Tap on Settings.
Step 3: Select Calling accounts.
Step 4: Select the SIM for which you want to disable call forwarding.
Step 5: Tap on Call forwarding.
Step 6: Tap on Always forward and select Off. To turn off conditional forwarding, disable the other options as well.
Stop Conditional Call Forwarding using dialer code (iPhone and Android)
Step 1: Launch the dialer app on your smartphone.
Step 2: Dial ##004#. This code may vary among different network providers.
Step 3: Hit the Call button.
Conditional call forwarding will be disabled for your number.
Bonus Tip: Stop Call Forwarding on a Xiaomi smartphone
Step 1: Launch the native dialer app and hit the Settings icon at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 2: Tap on Call-forwarding settings.
Step 3: Tap on Always forward and select Off.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I turn on Call Forwarding for my Airtel number?
Dial **21* followed by the phone number to which you want to forward your calls. You will receive a confirmation message after a few seconds.
How do I turn off call forwarding on Android?
Go to Phone>Settings>Supplementary services>Call forwarding and select ‘Never’ to turn it off.
How do I turn off call forwarding on my iPhone?
Go to Settings>Phone>Call forwarding and turn off its toggle switch to disable it.
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Conclusion
These are the top 5 ways to stop call forwarding on Android and iPhone. Make sure you are using the default dialer on your phone while carrying out this process. If you know any other way to accomplish this task, let us know in the comments! Check out this article to learn how to change your voicemail greeting on Android. This article lists 2 ways to do the same on an iPhone.
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