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

When a call is forwarded, it means that the call is rerouted from the original recipient's phone number to a different phone number. The person who forwards the call can set it up to go to a voicemail, another phone number or a different device such as a laptop or smartphone. There could be various reasons why calls are forwarded, such as if the recipient is not available, is busy, or wants to screen the call before deciding to answer it. The caller usually has no idea that their call has been forwarded, and the forwarded call is treated just like a regular call.