What is what does it mean when your call is forwarded?

When your call is forwarded, it means that an incoming call intended for your phone number is automatically redirected to another phone number. This usually happens without the caller knowing that the call is being forwarded. Here's a breakdown of what that means:

• Call Redirection: Your call is being routed to a different phone number than the one that was dialed. This redirection is automatic, based on settings you or someone with access to your phone account set up.

• Possible Reasons: There are several reasons why a call might be forwarded. These include:

  • You have intentionally enabled call forwarding through your phone's settings or via your mobile provider. This might be done to forward calls to your mobile when you're at home, or to another phone if you will be unable to access your primary phone.
  • Your calls could be forwarded to <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Voicemail">voicemail</a> if you're busy or don't answer.
  • Someone may have maliciously forwarded your calls without your knowledge.

• Privacy Concerns: If you didn't set up the call forwarding, it's essential to investigate. Unexplained call forwarding can be a <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/security%20risk">security risk</a>.

• Checking and Disabling: You can often check if your calls are being forwarded by using specific <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/dial%20codes">dial codes</a> (*#21#, *#67#, *#61# etc. depending on the carrier) on your phone or through your phone's settings menu. You can also disable call forwarding using similar dial codes (#21#, #67#, #61#, etc.). Contacting your mobile carrier is the easiest and most reliable way to ensure if it is forwarded or not.

• Impact on Caller: Usually, the person calling you won't be aware that their call is being forwarded unless there's a specific announcement. They simply dial your number, and the call is routed to the designated forwarding number.