Call Forwarding Guide
How to Forward Calls from CenturyLink
Streamline your business by forwarding your CenturyLink calls to SkipCalls, the leading 2026 AI answering service. This simple setup ensures your customers are greeted immediately by an intelligent assistant, even after hours.
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.
| Forward Type | Activate | Deactivate |
|---|---|---|
All Calls Every incoming call goes to SkipCalls | *72•••• | *73 |
Replace •••• with your SkipCalls phone number (found in the app under Settings).
Troubleshooting
- •Check that your CenturyLink account has the call forwarding feature enabled before attempting the star codes.
- •Ensure you are entering the complete 10-digit SkipCalls number provided in your dashboard.
- •Listen for the confirmation stutter tone after dialing the activation code to ensure the command was processed.
- •Restart your phone base station if the forwarding command does not seem to register on the digital network.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cancel call forwarding on my CenturyLink line?
You can usually deactivate the service by dialing *73 from your CenturyLink phone and waiting for the confirmation beep.
Is there a limit to how many calls SkipCalls can handle from CenturyLink?
No, our AI service can handle multiple simultaneous calls forwarded from your CenturyLink line at any time of day.
Does CenturyLink support conditional call forwarding?
Yes, CenturyLink offers various options including forwarding only when busy or when there is no answer, which can be configured via their portal or star codes.
Will my CenturyLink callers know they are being forwarded?
No, the transition to the SkipCalls AI is seamless and callers will simply hear the AI assistant answer the call without any interruption.
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