iPhone Call Forwarding Guide
Forward missed or unanswered calls from your iPhone to your LeadSMS number in under 5 minutes.
⚠️ Important
Do NOT use Settings → Phone → Call Forwarding. That forwards all calls immediately and your phone will not ring.
Step 1: Open your iPhone keypad
Open the Phone app and go to the keypad (where you dial numbers).
Step 2: Set "No Answer" forwarding
This is for when you miss a call. Type this exactly and press call:
Example: if your LeadSMS number is +44 7401 241537, replace it in the code.
Step 3: Set "Decline" forwarding
This is for when you decline a call. Type this exactly and press call:
Example: if your LeadSMS number is +44 7401 241537, replace it in the code.
Step 4: Set "Unreachable" forwarding
This is for when your phone is off. Type this exactly and press call:
Example: if your LeadSMS number is +44 7401 241537, replace it in the code.
Step 5: (Optional) Set ring time
Control how long your phone rings before forwarding:
This sets ~20 seconds of ringing before the call is treated as missed. This can be used for all types of call forwarding.
Step 6: Test and manage your forwarding
You can check or cancel call forwarding at any time using the codes below.
| Condition | Check | Cancel |
|---|---|---|
| No answer | *#61# | ##61# |
| Declined | *#67# | ##67# |
| Unreachable | *#62# | ##62# |
| Cancel all diverts | — | ##002# |
Common issues
It says “Setting activation failed”
This usually means the number format is incorrect. Make sure you use full international format: +44XXXXXXXXXX
Calls still go to voicemail instead of LeadSMS
Your voicemail is likely answering before the forward triggers. Increase ring time using: **61*[number]**20# or disable voicemail with your carrier settings.
Nothing happens when I dial the code
Try these steps:• Ensure you are using the Phone keypad (not contacts or search)• Make sure you press the green call button after entering the code• Restart your phone and try again
I want to reset everything
Dial ##002# to cancel all call forwarding instantly, then re-setup from Step 2.
Still no luck?
Contact us for further support!