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How to forward your business number to AlwaysRespond
One quick code from your existing line and your AI receptionist is live. Works on any carrier. AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Spectrum, RingCentral.
5 min readForwarding takes under five minutes. You're not switching carriers, porting numbers, or installing hardware. You dial a short code on your business phone and calls route to AlwaysRespond from then on.
Step 1. Get your AlwaysRespond number
After you sign up, your dashboard shows a local AI number assigned to you. Copy it.
Step 2. Dial the forwarding code
From your existing business line, dial one of these codes followed by your AlwaysRespond number.
- Forward all calls: *72 + AR number
- Forward when busy or unanswered: *71 + AR number
- Stop forwarding: *73
Carrier-specific notes
- AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile: standard codes work as-is.
- RingCentral: use Settings → Phones & Numbers → Call Forwarding.
- Spectrum / cable VoIP: log into the customer portal and enable forwarding.
Test it
Call your business number from your cell. AlwaysRespond should pick up right away. If it rings out, double-check the forwarding code.