How to Turn off Call Forwarding

Turning off call forwarding depends on your phone model, operating system, and service provider. Here’s a general guide to help you disable call forwarding on different types of phones:

1. Turn off Call Forwarding on Android

Method 1: Using the Phone App

1. Open the Phone app on your Android device.
2. Tap the three-dot menu (or hamburger icon) at the top right corner.
3. Select Settings.
4. Scroll down and tap Calls or Call settings.
5. Choose Call Forwarding (this option may be under “Additional Settings”).
6. You’ll see options for various types of call forwarding:
   • Always forward
   • Forward when busy
   • Forward when unanswered
   • Forward when unreachable
7. Tap each option and choose Turn off or Disable to stop call forwarding.

Method 2: Using MMI/USSD Codes

1. Open the Phone app and go to the dialer.
2. Dial the following codes based on what you want to disable:
   • Disable all call forwarding: Dial ##002# and press Call.
   • Disable call forwarding when busy: Dial ##67#.
   • Disable call forwarding when unanswered: Dial ##61#.
   • Disable call forwarding when unreachable: Dial ##62#.

2. Turn off Call Forwarding on iPhone

Method 1: Using Settings

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down and tap Phone.
3. Select Call Forwarding.
4. If it’s enabled, toggle the Call Forwarding switch to the Off position.

Method 2: Using MMI/USSD Codes

1. Open the Phone app and access the dialer.
2. Use the following codes:
   • Disable all call forwarding: Dial ##002# and press Call.
   • Disable call forwarding when busy: Dial ##67#.
   • Disable call forwarding when unanswered: Dial ##61#.
   • Disable call forwarding when unreachable: Dial ##62#.

3. Turn off Call Forwarding Using Service Provider Codes

Most mobile service providers offer specific codes or methods to disable call forwarding. Here are some general codes that may work, but you can contact your provider for exact instructions.

• AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile: Use ##004# to disable all call forwarding.
• Sprint: Dial *720 and press Call to turn off call forwarding.

4. Contact Your Carrier

If none of the above methods work, you may need to contact your carrier’s customer support or use their app to turn off call forwarding. They can walk you through the specific steps based on your plan and device.

By following these methods, you should be able to disable call forwarding and receive calls directly to your phone again.