Call Forwarding on iPhone | Simple Setup & Smarter Alternatives with Dailzero
Ever missed an important call because your iPhone was on silent or had poor reception? We’ve all been there.That’s where call forwarding on iPhone comes to the rescue. It lets you redirect incoming calls to another number, like your office line, another phone, or even a virtual receptionist, so you never miss a thing.
In this post, we’ll walk you through how to set up call forwarding on iPhone, explain why businesses rely on it, and show how tools like Dailzero can take call management far beyond basic forwarding.
What Is Call Forwarding on iPhone?
Call forwarding is a simple feature that sends incoming calls to another number when you can’t (or don’t want to) pick up.
For example:
You’re in a meeting and want all calls to go to your assistant.
Your iPhone battery is dead, but you still want to receive calls on your office line.
You want after-hours calls to route to your AI receptionist (like Dailzero!) who can respond instantly.
It’s an underrated feature, but when combined with modern tools, it becomes a powerful business communication hack.
How to Turn On Call Forwarding on iPhone
It only takes a few seconds. Here’s how:
Open Settings → Tap Phone.
Tap Call Forwarding.
Toggle the switch ON.
Tap Forward To → Enter the number you want calls to go to.
Exit Settings. That’s it!
When someone calls, your iPhone automatically redirects the call to that number.
💡 Pro tip: If you want to forward only unanswered or busy calls, your carrier (like MTN, AT&T, or Verizon) may offer advanced forwarding settings, just dial their specific forwarding code.
Call Forwarding vs. Call Handling — What’s the Difference?
Here’s where things get interesting.While call forwarding simply redirects calls, call handling actually manages them.
For example:
A forwarded call might ring on another phone, but what if no one answers?
That’s where Dailzero’s AI answering service steps in, it answers, greets, and even schedules appointments automatically.
So instead of forwarding a call to another busy line, Dailzero ensures every caller gets a real response, even when you can’t answer.
How Businesses Use iPhone Call Forwarding with AI Receptionists
Many small business owners, real estate agents, and restaurant managers combine iPhone call forwarding with AI-powered call handling to stay connected without being glued to their phones.
Here’s how it typically works:
Forward your business number to Dailzero’s AI receptionist.
The AI answers on your behalf, greets the caller, and either books an appointment or records a message.
You get notified instantly — via text, email, or dashboard.
It’s the perfect combo of iPhone simplicity + AI intelligence.
✅ Works for:
Real estate agents who don’t want to miss buyer calls.
Hotel managers who need 24-hour guest assistance.
Restaurant owners taking reservations or handling complaints after or during busy hours.
Troubleshooting Common iPhone Call Forwarding Issues
Sometimes things don’t go smoothly. Here are quick fixes:
Call Forwarding option missing? Your carrier might not support it, check with them.
Can’t turn it off? Restart your iPhone or toggle Airplane Mode for 5 seconds.
Calls not forwarding? Make sure you entered the full number with country code.
If you’re forwarding to a Dailzero virtual line, it’s plug-and-play, once set up, it runs automatically, with analytics and tracking included very easy to setup.
Why Smart Call Forwarding Alone Isn’t Enough
While iPhone call forwarding is useful, it doesn’t handle your calls, it just moves them. That means:
No one answers if your destination number is busy.
No record of who called or what they needed.
Missed business opportunities when you’re offline.
That’s where AI receptionist technology like Dailzero’s call handling services changes the game.
It can:
Answer every forwarded call instantly.
Take messages or book appointments.
Route urgent calls to you automatically.
So instead of just forwarding calls, Dailzero helps your business convert them.
Final Thoughts
Call forwarding on iPhone is one of those simple tools that can make your day smoother, but with a little AI power, it can completely transform how your business handles communication.
So next time you set up call forwarding, think beyond the basics.Let Dailzero take over the heavy lifting, from answering forwarded calls to managing bookings and customer messages 24/7.
Never miss an opportunity again. 📞