Call Forwarding Guide
How to Forward Calls from U.S. Cellular
If you’re using U.S. Cellular, call forwarding lets you send unanswered or all incoming calls to SkipCalls so our AI can answer 24/7. It’s a simple carrier feature that typically takes under five minutes to set up. Once enabled, callers reach SkipCalls instead of voicemail when you’re busy or unavailable.
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•••• | *720 |
When Busy Forwards when you're on another call | *90•••• | *900 |
No Answer Forwards if you don't pick up within a few rings | *92•••• | *920 |
Replace •••• with your SkipCalls phone number (found in the app under Settings).
Troubleshooting
- •Confirm you’re using your U.S. Cellular line (not an app-based number) and that your phone has cellular service—call forwarding changes may fail when you’re on Wi‑Fi Calling only or in low-signal areas.
- •If forwarding doesn’t activate, toggle Airplane Mode on/off and retry, or restart your phone—U.S. Cellular network features can take a moment to re-register on the network.
- •If you recently enabled call blocking, spam filtering, or “Silence Unknown Callers,” test with a known number—some device-level settings can make it seem like forwarding isn’t working when calls are being filtered before reaching the network.
- •Double-check that the destination number you’re forwarding to (your SkipCalls number) is entered exactly as provided, including the 1 + area code format if your phone requires it.
- •If forwarding behaves differently than expected (for example, only forwards when busy), verify which forwarding type is enabled in your phone settings or by dialing the correct forwarding code; U.S. Cellular supports multiple forwarding modes (unconditional, busy, no answer, unreachable).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I forward U.S. Cellular calls to SkipCalls if I have an iPhone or Android?
Yes. U.S. Cellular call forwarding works with both iPhone and Android. You can enable it through your phone’s call settings or by dialing carrier forwarding codes, then use your SkipCalls number as the destination.
Will U.S. Cellular charge me for call forwarding?
Call forwarding charges depend on your U.S. Cellular plan and how the forwarded leg is rated. If you’re unsure, check your plan details or contact support before forwarding a high volume of calls.
Can I forward only missed calls (no answer) to SkipCalls instead of every call?
Usually, yes. U.S. Cellular supports different forwarding types such as forwarding when you don’t answer, when your line is busy, or when you’re unreachable—so you can route missed calls to SkipCalls while still taking calls normally when you’re available.
How do I turn off call forwarding on U.S. Cellular?
You can disable call forwarding from your phone’s call settings, or by dialing the appropriate deactivation code for the forwarding mode you enabled. After turning it off, calls should ring your U.S. Cellular phone normally again.
Will call forwarding still work if my phone is off or has no service?
In most cases, yes—forwarding is handled by the U.S. Cellular network, not by your device. If you set up forwarding for “unreachable” scenarios, calls can still route to SkipCalls when your phone is off, out of coverage, or in airplane mode.
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