How to forward a voicemail from any smartphone

Have you ever received a voicemail that was so funny, important, or interesting that you wanted to share it with someone else? Maybe it was a hilarious prank call, a sweet message from a loved one, or a crucial update from your boss. Whatever the reason, forwarding a voicemail is a great way to let others hear what you heard. 

But how do you do it? Depending on what kind of phone you have, the process may vary slightly. We're here to show you how to forward a voicemail on an iPhone and an Android phone. 

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If you have an iPhone, forwarding a voicemail is very easy. Here are the steps: 

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The person you sent the voicemail to will receive it as an audio clip without a transcript. They can listen to it and reply to you if they want. 

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If you have an Android phone, forwarding a voicemail may be slightly different depending on your model and carrier. However, the general steps are similar to the iPhone. Here is how to do it: 

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The person you sent the voicemail to will receive it as an audio clip without a transcript. They can listen to it and reply to you if they want. 

Pro tip: If you want to save a voicemail message for future reference, you can email it to yourself and store it in your inbox. 

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Forwarding a voicemail is a simple and convenient way to share something that you heard with someone else. Whether it’s for fun, work, or personal reasons, forwarding a voicemail can make your communication more effective and enjoyable. 

Now that you know how to do it, why not try it out? Find a voicemail that you want to share and follow the steps above. You might be surprised by how much your friends, family, or colleagues appreciate hearing from you. 

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