Call forwarding

Send calls where they need to go

Forward incoming calls by schedule, forward to any number, and fall back to voicemail when no one answers.

Forward to any number
Route when unavailable
Keep your main number private
Setup schedule
Incoming
Callshake
+1 415 555 0183
Primary
Your phone
Ringing now
Fallback
Voicemail
If no answer
Forwarding to
+1 650 399 9979
Current route
Incoming call is being forwarded
Connected
How it works

Keep calls moving, even when schedules change.

Set schedule windows, choose actions for each window, and every incoming call follows the active route.

01

Set schedule and rules

Choose timezone, days, and hours for when this rule should apply.

Schedule
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa
09:00 AM
05:00 PM
02

Pick call actions

For each window, choose Forward call, Forward + catch voicemail, or Send to voicemail.

Forward call
Forward + catch voicemail
Send to voicemail
03

Calls get routed automatically

When a call comes in, Callshake applies the active window and runs its selected action.

Incoming call
+1 917 540 2141
During schedule: Forward call
Outside schedule: Send to voicemail
What you get

Route every incoming call with intent.

Set day/hour windows, choose one of three call actions for each window, and use voicemail only where you want it.

Route to the right number

Forward incoming calls to your phone, teammate, or backup line without changing your public number.

Match routing to your schedule

Set timezone, day/hour windows, and optional outside-schedule behavior with a different action.

Set forwarding ring time

Choose how long the destination rings before the unanswered call follows your selected rule.

Capture calls when forwarding fails

Use “Forward + catch voicemail” to intercept unanswered forwards before the destination carrier does.

Send calls straight to voicemail

Use “Send to voicemail” when you want callers to leave context without attempting a forward.

Control what recipients see

On forwarded calls, show your Callshake number or the caller’s number when passthrough is enabled.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is Callshake call forwarding?

It routes incoming calls from your Callshake number based on the rule and schedule you set.

2

Which numbers support call forwarding?

Call forwarding works on Callshake purchased numbers for personal and team use.

3

Is call forwarding available on every plan?

Personal call forwarding is available on Pro, and team forwarding is included with active team subscriptions.

4

Can I use different behavior during and outside schedule?

Yes. You can set one action for active hours and another action for off-hours.

5

Can I choose exact days and hours?

Yes. Pick timezone, days of week, and specific time ranges, including overnight windows.

6

What happens when a forwarded call is unanswered?

It depends on your selected action: carrier-handled voicemail, Callshake voicemail catch, or direct voicemail.

7

Can I set a greeting for voicemail catch?

Yes. You can use a custom greeting or the system default when calls are routed to voicemail.

8

Can I add more than one schedule window?

Yes. You can set multiple windows to match different coverage periods.

9

Can I adjust forwarding ring time?

Yes. You can set the forward timeout to control how long a forwarded destination rings.

10

How many forwarding rules can one number have?

One number has one forwarding rule, which you can edit anytime as your coverage changes.

11

Can I forward to a teammate or backup phone?

Yes. You can route calls to the number that should handle that window.

12

Can I keep one public number while changing who answers?

Yes. Your public number stays the same while routing rules decide the destination behind the scenes.

13

Can I change forwarding rules anytime?

Yes. You can edit schedule, actions, and destination as your availability changes.

14

Can I control caller ID on forwarded calls?

Yes. You can choose whether recipients see your Callshake number or the original caller number.

15

Can I announce incoming calls before connecting?

Yes. You can enable an announcement so recipients know the call is coming through Callshake.

16

What if I also want missed-call messages?

Use voicemail so callers can leave context when no one picks up.

17

Can I also record and transcribe calls?

Yes. Pair forwarding with call recording when you need playback and transcriptions.

Call forwarding

Keep every incoming call moving.

Route calls to the right destination, handle off-hours automatically, and send unanswered calls to voicemail instead of losing them.

Incoming call
Primary route
Your phone
Off-hours route
“After hours, route calls to your backup number automatically.”
Voicemail fallback
If no answer, callers can still leave a message.

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