Call Forwarding Guide
How to Forward Calls from AT&T
Easily manage your incoming volume by setting up call forwarding from AT&T to SkipCalls. This guide helps you route missed calls to your AI answering service to ensure every customer is greeted professionally 24/7.
Forwarding Codes
Open your phone's dialer, enter the activation code, and press Call. Replace your SkipCalls number with the number from your SkipCalls app.
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##61#| Forward Type | Activate | Deactivate |
|---|---|---|
All Calls Every incoming call goes to SkipCalls | *21*••••# | ##21# |
When Busy Forwards when you're on another call | **67*••••# | ##67# |
No Answer Forwards if you don't pick up within a few rings | **61*••••# | ##61# |
When Unreachable Forwards when your phone is off or has no signal | **62*••••# | ##62# |
Replace •••• with your SkipCalls phone number (found in the app under Settings).
AT&T has MULTIPLE code formats. Try Format 1 first (works on most regular cell lines). If that fails, try Format 2 or 3. If ALL fail, call AT&T at 1-800-331-0500 and ask to enable conditional call forwarding to your SkipCalls number.
Troubleshooting
- •Verify that your AT&T plan includes call forwarding features as some legacy or prepaid plans may require manual activation.
- •Ensure you have a stable cellular signal when entering dial codes to ensure the network receives the command.
- •Double-check that you are entering the correct 10-digit SkipCalls destination number including the area code.
- •If dial codes fail to activate the service, contact AT&T support at 1-800-331-0500 and request they manually enable forwarding to your SkipCalls number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AT&T charge extra for call forwarding?
Most AT&T wireless plans include call forwarding at no additional monthly cost, though minutes may still be consumed based on your specific plan limits.
Can I still make outgoing calls while forwarding is active?
Yes, call forwarding only affects incoming calls; you can continue to use your AT&T device to place outbound calls as usual.
How do I turn off call forwarding on my AT&T phone?
You can typically disable all forwarding by dialing #21# or through your device settings menu to resume receiving calls directly.
Will this work with SkipCalls' AI service?
Absolutely, SkipCalls is designed to work with all major carriers like AT&T to provide seamless 24/7 AI-powered phone answering.
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