What is if you call someone and their phone is off will it ring?

When you call someone and their phone is turned off, the call will not go through in the usual way, and their device will not ring. Instead, one of several things might happen, depending on the caller's and recipient's mobile carriers, network settings, and voicemail configurations:

1. Immediate Voicemail: In many cases, the call will be forwarded directly to voicemail, allowing you to leave a message as if the recipient is unavailable.

2. Network Message: You may receive a message from the network informing you that the person you’re trying to reach is unavailable or that their phone is turned off.

3. Call Disconnection: In some cases, after a few rings (or sometimes immediately), the call may be disconnected, and you may hear a tone or pre-recorded message indicating the inability to connect the call.

4. SMS Notification for Recipient: In certain network settings, the person you attempted to call may receive an SMS notification once their phone is turned back on, informing them that they missed your call.

5. Ringing on Caller’s End: Occasionally, it may seem as though the phone is ringing on the caller’s end, but this is usually the network trying to connect the call or forwarding it to voicemail rather than the recipient’s phone actually ringing.

If you consistently encounter issues reaching someone, it might be beneficial to try alternative communication methods such as sending a text message or reaching out through a messaging app if possible.