This article will tell you not just how to disable redirects, but also the types of redirects and how to enable redirects. Forwarding is a very convenient and useful option. It allows you to stay connected even when your device is turned off, dead, out of network coverage, or busy. You always remain aware of who called you. Let's look at this issue for each network operator separately.
Disable forwarding: MTS
MTS offers its subscribers several in various ways forwarding controls:
- through the official website on the Internet (Internet Assistant)
- through the “Mobile Assistant” option.
- via SMS Assistant by sending an SMS with the combination 21110 to disconnect, 2111 to enable call forwarding to 111.
- by calling contact center by calling 0890.
In addition, MTS offers connection and disconnection different types forwarding (when busy, when the phone is turned off, when out of range, etc.) using various combinations:
- ##02# + call - disable all types of connected call forwarding.
- ##67# + call – disable forwarding for all types of incoming calls (**21* number # - enable).
- ##67# + call – disable call forwarding when the number is busy (**67*number# - enable).
- ##62# + call – disable forwarding when you are out of network coverage or if the number is turned off (**62* number# - enable forwarding if it is turned off or out of coverage).
Activation of this service for MTS subscribers will cost 30 – 34 rubles, depending on the current service on the number tariff plan. There is no subscription fee, i.e. Payments for services are not regularly charged.
Disable forwarding: Megafon
How to disable call forwarding on Megafon? In principle, disabling and connecting such services for all operators is similar and differs only in minor additions and numbers of Assistants and contact centers.
You can manage redirection:
- through the official website of the Megafon network.
- through the “Mobile Assistant” option at 0500.
- by calling the contact center (0500 - from mobile, 507-77-77 - from landline
- if the phone allows it, then through: Menu – Settings – Call settings – Forwarding, etc.
- through a set of certain combinations (see below).
The sets of combinations on how to disable forwarding on Beeline, Tele 2 and Megafon are absolutely similar. Each type of forwarding (if busy, turned off, out of range, not responding, etc.) has its own combination for connecting and disconnecting.
How to disable forwarding on Tele 2, Beeline and Megafon.
This can be done with using USSD-commands
You can disable forwarding using USSD commands and from three operators mobile communications(Bilyin, Megafon, Tele 2) they are absolutely the same. These commands look like this:
- to disable all forwarding at once: ##002# + call.
- to disable all types of forwarding - ##21# + call (**21*+7 – code-number # + call – enable).
- ##61# - off forwarding is active if the subscriber does not answer (**61*+7 – code-number# + call – on).
- ##62# - off forwarding when a call is impossible (**62*+7 – code – number# + call – on).
- ##67# - off busy forwarding (**67*+7 – code – number# + call – on).
When connecting call forwarding, be sure to dial the number via +7.
When faced with a message about call redirection to another number for the first time, not everyone knows what this service is and why it is needed. To put it simply, this is an opportunity to always be in touch, regardless of the circumstances and the condition of the phone. There are many reasons why this option will be useful, so let’s look at the main questions that subscribers have.
This option does not depend on the phone, but on the telecom operator you use. If the subscriber's call is forwarded, then the corresponding service is activated. If you wish, you can disable it; how to do this, read the article.
How it works
The essence of this function is to check whether it is possible to respond to phone call. If this does not happen, then call redirection from one number to another is enabled or an SMS message is sent. The subscriber may not be aware of the very existence of this option on his device, but nevertheless receive calls without delay. There are four types of redirection.
Practical application of the service
How can call forwarding be useful? Owners of several mobile phones will appreciate all the benefits of this function. Calls from a work number can always be answered by forwarding them, and losing a SIM card will no longer be a problem. Battery low?
Now this will not cause the disruption of an important conversation. Connecting to this service is a guarantee that you will always be in touch. is also available for call redirection and can be used as a backup.
In what other cases should it be used?
- Change of number
- Working with client databases
- Using the office network
Business services
Separately, it is worth highlighting the use of this service by firms and corporations, which significantly simplify work with clients by organizing negotiations correctly. There are usually one or two numbers to which the majority of calls are made, so how are they redistributed in this case? This stream will be forwarded to the free lines specified in the settings, thereby reducing the response time without losing any important subscribers.
Each operator is interested in improving this service by developing new solutions. It is especially worth paying attention to businessmen and entrepreneurs. Communication is the most important component of developing your business.
Important! Be careful, cases of mobile fraud using redirects are not uncommon. Using redirected calls, criminals make calls on behalf of banks, stores and other organizations. By extorting passwords and codes, attackers gain access to savings. SMS spam with requests to transfer money is also widespread. Be wary of unfamiliar numbers and do not share your details with anyone.What does conditional call forwarding mean?
Having understood what this service is in a general sense, it is necessary to clarify what its convention is. The main feature is that you can independently set the date and time of call redirection. This is very convenient for responsible organization of calls, managing an entire network of contacts and time management.
For example, all calls received on weekends can be redirected to an answering machine, which is a beneficial solution for any company. At a certain time, you can assign call forwarding from one subscriber, while others will not load the line.
Setting up SMS
Forwarding messages from one number to another is also available to subscribers when activating this service. If there is a need to receive SMS on only one phone, operators have provided such a function within conditional forwarding. Next is how to connect it.
Benefits of Conditional Call Forwarding
- User fine tuning
- Ability to select a specific incoming call scenario
- Own terms and conditions for using this service
- Save time
How to connect?
You can use this service by contacting your operator, or through USSD command:
If conditional call forwarding is already enabled, you can find out how to disable this option from your operator or use the following codes:
In contact with
Operators cellular communication provide their subscribers with the potential opportunity to use a useful incoming call forwarding service, which, probably due to low user awareness, is used infrequently. In fact, forwarding has a number of undeniable advantages, especially for owners of several numbers. If the battery charge on one phone is low, it is possible to quickly set up call forwarding to a phone with a sufficient charge level and even to a landline number. And with the help of the operator's support service, you can quickly redirect calls even from a switched off phone.
Our review covers the forwarding service provided by MegaFon as widely as possible and aims to enlighten and clarify both the nature of the service and the mechanism for setting it up.
Call forwarding on MegaFon
The essence of the Megafon forwarding service is to transfer an incoming call from number 1 to number 2, which can be performed either unconditionally or following certain conditions. The following types of redirection can be distinguished:
- Busy forwarding – if number 1 is busy, automatic forwarding is performed to number 2. This option is indispensable for business people: not a single client call will be lost. Your partner can always answer the call instead of you.
- Forwarding on no answer - only works in situations when a working phone does not answer. The call is forwarded to the desired number. If the phone is turned off, forwarding will not be performed.
- Forwarding due to unavailability - if your battery runs out or the call comes while you are on the subway, the call of a client who cannot be lost will be forwarded to your colleague who is in the office with a charged phone.
- Unconditional forwarding - all calls from phone 1, including when it is turned on and accessible to the network, are forwarded to phone 2.
The Megafon forwarding service is available for installation on any number of a Russian operator, both mobile and landline. The exception is numbers starting with +7809 and +7803. There is no way to forward already forwarded calls, or to install the service to a foreign operator’s number. All forwarding numbers must be written in international format (via +7).
It is possible to redirect calls to voicemail, for which you should register the number +79262000222 (Moscow region). If you live in another region, the telephone number to enable voicemail can be easily found on the operator’s website or by contacting the help desk. The Megafon "Change dial tone" service does not work on calls forwarded to other numbers. Standard beeps are used.
When setting up the service, you do not need to pay either a subscription fee or a connection fee. Only the cost of a call to the number registered for forwarding is paid. Everything here is strictly individual and depends directly on the tariff you use. So, when forwarding to an MTS number, you will be charged for a call to MTS at the rates of your tariff.
You should not abuse forwarding while staying abroad. The cost of the unconditional type of forwarding in roaming is the same as for calls in Russia, and with conditional forwarding, double charging will be applied: both incoming and outgoing calls are charged.
Forwarding text messages on MegaFon
There is currently no option to forward SMS messages on MegaFon. Some time ago there was a service called SMS+ that allowed you to forward text messages, but it is no longer available.
How to enable MegaFon call forwarding?
The review quite fully highlights the advantages of the MegaFon forwarding service, which may arouse a natural desire among communication users to use it. There are the following methods for setting up call forwarding to your number:
- Using operator support;
- By contacting employees of any MegaFon communication store;
- By setting it up through the phone parameters 4. Using USSD commands.
In this review, we will focus exclusively on the last two options. Friendly hotline staff will easily tell you how to activate the service using methods No. 1 and No. 2.
So, method number 3 - use the settings of your phone. In the menu we find the call settings section, then - the menu for setting up call forwarding, where all possible options, you should choose the one that suits you and enter the number yourself to which incoming calls will be forwarded. The phone will do the rest of the work itself and cellular network will have access to the necessary settings.
USSD commands for connecting Megafon call forwarding
- **67*phone_number# - busy call forwarding;
- **61*phone_number# - forwarding if there is no answer (you can specify the waiting time for a response, then the request will be like this:
- **61*phone_number*time# - time can be specified from 5 to 30 seconds, step 5 seconds);
- **62*phone_number# - forwarding due to unavailability;
- **21*phone_number# - unconditional forwarding.
It seems interesting to be able to combine conditional forwarding types with each other (a new condition for each number), but when setting up an unconditional forwarding type, automatic shutdown all other conditional types. The ability to set up a second line does not depend on the tariff plan and is always available, which is extremely convenient and allows you to keep incoming calls under control.
How to disable MegaFon forwarding?
The methods for disabling the MegaFon forwarding service are similar to the methods specified in the previous paragraph. Let's denote USSD requests:
- ##67# - refusal of the call forwarding service; ##61# - refusal of forwarding service due to lack of response;
- ##62# - refusal of the forwarding service due to unavailability;
- ##21# - refusal of unconditional forwarding; ##002# - immediate refusal of any type of forwarding.
Additional commands
- *#phone_number 67# - checking the setting of busy forwarding;
- *#phone_number 61# - checking the setting of call forwarding based on no answer;
- *#phone_number 62#—checking the setting of call forwarding due to unavailability;
- *#phone_number 21# - checking the installation of unconditional forwarding.
Answers to your requests will be entered on the mobile phone screen. Having seen them, you can easily disable those types of forwarding that you no longer use or refuse the service entirely.
