How do i forward calls and texts from one cell phone to another

We’ve posted a tutorial on how to forward calls on an iPhone, so we thought we’d share how to do it with other phone companies as well including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Sprint.

We’ve posted a tutorial on how to forward calls on an iPhone, so we thought we’d share how to do it with all mobile phones and set it up using Carrier Codes at the carrier level vs. at the device level. Here’s a list of Carrier Codes for the four top US mobile phone carriers.

Set up Call Forwarding using Mobile Carrier Codes

This method involves punching in a code on your phone’s dial pad. The codes listed are accurate as of June 2016. For details on additional codes, including call forward when busy or no answer call forwarding, please see the detailed instructions links I’ve listed under each carrier.

T-mobile

• Enable – Dial **21*PhoneNumber#
• Disable – ##21#
• Detailed instructions

Verizon

• Enable – Dial *72 followed by the phone number
• Disable – *73
• Detailed instructions

For Sprint

• Enable – Dial *72 followed by the phone number
• Disable – *720
• Detailed Instructions

For AT&T

• Enable – Dial **21*, followed by the 10-digit number you wish to forward the calls to, then dial#. For example, **21*1235556789# forwards your call to 123.555.6789.
• To disable, Dial #21#.
• Detailed Instructions

Conclusion

Phone forwarding is easy to set up on any phone, even if you don’t have built-in support for your device. I set up forwarding on my mobile phone with just a couple of steps, and after testing it (on Sprint), it works excellent. My cell phone didn’t even ring; all of my calls just went straight to, well, whatever number I want.

Almost every person who has used a phone has at one or more instances needed to forward a text message to another phone number or an email address. Several reasons can prompt you to forward text messages to another phone number or email. One reason would be in case you own multiple phone numbers. Also, if you’re traveling to another country and will be using a different phone number, you’ll need text forwarding. And for a parent who wishes to monitor their child’s communication, text forwarding would come in handy.

While you can do this using your service provider, it is not always the best solution. Fortunately, developers have come up with third-party apps that can automatically forward text messages to another phone or email.

Below are some of the most convenient text message-forwarding apps:

AutoForward Text

One advantage of this app is its high level of security as it offers uses SSL, ensuring personal data remains secure throughout the forwarding process. The app can also selectively forward messages based on the keywords that you specify. The text messages are forwarded to your email address instantly or in daily reports based on your choice. You can even select multiple email addresses to forward to. It can also forward the call records so you stay informed about missed calls.

Phone Leash

With this app, you’ll be able to read and reply to text messages through your email or another mobile phone number. The app also allows you to import text messaging history to your email address and get the GPS location of the other phone.

Easy SMS Texts Forwarder & Manager

This is a simple and free app for Android devices that allows you to forward text messages either in full or selectively to another cell phone. The app allows automated text forwarding and email forwarding. It gives you several forwarding options, such as forwarding all text messages, messages with specific keywords, and messages from specific numbers. You simply install the app and select the options you want.

SMS Forwarder 

MightyText

MightyText will also synchronize your smartphone’s multimedia files with your computer, create a backup for text messages and calls, and enable you to make calls on your tablet or desktop.

Text Forwarding for iPhone

Unfortunately, there aren’t many text messaging options for iOS devices. Unlike Android phones, iPhones don’t currently have an app (even third party app) that can automatically forward text messages to another phone or an email. The only option you have is to have the same iMessages on two or more iDevices by logging in with the same Apple ID.

Alternatively, you can use Apple’s Continuity feature for SMS. With this feature, text messages that you send and receive on your iPhone also appear on your iPad, iPod touch, and Mac. On your iPhone, proceed to Settings >> Messages >> Text Message Forwarding then choose which devices can send and receive text messages.

You can monitor text messages on iPhone with Family Orbit.

Family Orbit: The Best Text Monitoring App

If you’re looking for a text forwarding app to monitor your child’s conversations, most of the apps above will do a decent job. However, Family Orbit is the ultimate text monitoring app designed to make it easier for parents to keep an eye on your kids and the people they talk to.

Family Orbit’s SMS tracker lets you monitor what the kid is texting, who they are texting, and when they are communicating. Therefore, if you’re feeling insecure about who your kid is chatting with, this app is exactly what you need. Family Orbit will let you monitor the details of your kid’s messages, which will give you the peace that you crave. With that information, you’ll be able to keep your kids safe from the risks that today’s world has thrown out to them while still maintaining their freedom.

Family Orbit is not limited to text monitoring only. Rather, it offers a range of features that allow you to track all your kid’s phone activities. These features include:

• Photos & Videos – This lets you monitor the photos and videos that your kid is sending, receiving, or storing on their device.
• GPS Tracker – This enables you to know their real-time location, so you can know they are safe.
• Call History – Check all calls that your child makes or receives to ensure no suspicious person is communicating with your kid.
• WhatsApp – This lets you keep an eye on the messages sent or received on the WhatsApp chat messenger.

Conclusion

If you have multiple phone numbers but want to receive messages in just one of them, or if you’re traveling to another country, the apps discussed above will help you forward all your text messages to your desired phone number. However, if your intention to monitor the text messages your child or any other person is receiving, Family Orbit is your best option.

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