When you can’t answer an incoming call for some reason, voicemail is there to pick up the slack. This feature lets you answer calls and leave recorded messages when you can’t chat. It also allows you to listen to your messages from another phone when they come in.

Voicemail is a great way to ensure that anyone with your number can reach you if they need to talk to you urgently – even if you don’t hear your phone ringing. Here’s how to set up AT&T voicemail on your smartphone, so it works optimally.

There are two ways to set up AT&T voicemail: through the phone or online. To set up voicemail through the phone, dial *98 from your home phone. You will be prompted to create a pin, and then you can access your voicemail. To set up voicemail online, log in to your AT&T account and click on the “Phone” tab. Then, click on the “Manage Voicemail” link. From there, you will be able to create a pin and access your voicemail.

Quick Fixes

• Dial *86 from your AT&T wireless phone
• Follow the prompts to set up your voicemail
• Choose a 4- to 10-digit PIN
• Record a greeting
• Listen to your messages

OR

• Open the Phone app
• Tap Voicemail
• Tap the Menu icon
• Tap Settings.
• Enter your password.
• Tap Change.
• Enter a new password
• Tap Done.

Turn On Voicemail

The first thing you need to do is turn on the voicemail on your phone. If you already have voicemail set up on your account, you don’t need to change anything. However, if you want a more personalized experience, you can customize your voicemail settings by logging into your account and navigating to the “My Services” tab.

To set up voicemail, you’ll want to select the “Add a feature” tab and select “Voicemail” from the list of services. You’ll need to enter some basic information and choose a plan if you don’t have voicemail set up already.

Set a passcode

Once you have voicemail set up on your account, you’ll want to set a passcode. This passcode will let callers enter your voicemail even if your phone is off or you don’t answer. The passcode acts like a PIN for voicemail, so you can pick up calls and check your messages without Touch ID or another biometric security feature.

To set up a passcode, choose the “My Services” tab in your account settings and select “Voicemail.” You can set a passcode from this page by entering a new one and clicking “Save.” If you prefer to manage your voicemail from another phone, you can also set up a passcode from there.

Configure Voicemail Announcements

After setting up AT&T voicemail, you can configure a few settings to improve your voicemail experience. If you’re unhappy with the voicemail announcements that come with your plan, you can change them for a nominal fee. You can also disable the greetings to set up your voicemail box.

To change your voicemail announcements, navigate to the “My Services” tab in your account settings and select “Voicemail.” You can select “Change Voicemail Settings” from this page to make a few adjustments to your settings. You can also select “End Voicemail” to set up your voicemail box.

Change Voicemail Language

If English isn’t your first language, you can change the language of your voicemail for a small fee. This is a great way to ensure you understand your voicemail notifications, which will come in handy when you need to call in to make changes to your service or check on voicemail settings.

To change your voicemail language, navigate to the “My Services” tab in your account settings and select “Voicemail.” To make this adjustment, you can select “Change Voicemail Language” from this page. You can switch your voicemail to Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, or a few other languages.

Set Up Voice to Text transcription

If you want to make managing your voicemail inbox a bit easier, you can set up AT&T’s transcription service to turn your voicemail messages into text. This service will transcribe voicemail messages and send them to you by email, making it easier to manage your inbox and respond to important messages when you’re on the go.

To set up voice-to-text transcription, navigate to the “My Services” tab in your account settings and select “Voicemail.” Select “Voice to Text” from this page to set up the transcription service. You can opt-in for a free trial of the transcription service or pay a monthly fee to keep using it.

How to Reset AT&T Voicemail

If you have voicemail set up on your account and want to reset it for any reason, you can do so from another phone. This is a good way to change your passcode or reset your voicemail inbox if you’re having trouble accessing it from your device.

To reset your voicemail from another phone, you’ll want to call your phone and let it ring to access the voicemail box. When connected, enter your new passcode (if you’ve set one) and press “#” to reset the voicemail. This will reset your voicemail inbox and folder, returning the voicemail settings to their defaults.

Conclusion

AT&T Voicemail is an essential feature of any cell phone plan, and there are several ways you can personalize your voicemail experience. From changing your voicemail greetings to setting up voice-to-text transcription, there are plenty of ways to make your voicemail inbox work better for you.