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Blocking and diverting calls and SMS can be a useful way of staying in control of your communications with Safaricom. Whether it is avoiding an ex or a customer that won't stop calling, learning how to divert Safaricom calls will help you have control over your incoming communications.
Blocking or barring calls and SMS protects you from emotional torture inflicted by other people. It gives you solace to reflect on your life peacefully, besides having maximum concentration when doing your daily task. Hence, this information comes in handy to guide you on how to divert Safaricom calls.
Call forwarding on Safaricom is a straightforward method to block all incoming calls using a call divert feature. It is a phone feature that enables you to forward or redirect your incoming calls to another number or directly to a voicemail.
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Several ways to forward calls include using call settings or shortcodes. The instructions below will guide you on diverting calls to another number.
You can dial the following shortcodes from your Safaricom line to apply different call diverts.
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You can divert a call using your phone's call settings. Below are a few simple steps you can take to accomplish this:
Note: The procedure outlined above is applicable to Huawei users. The procedure varies according to the user's phone.
You may use third-party apps such as Call Forwarding Lite to set up call divert. Every app provides a different procedure for setting up, and you will have to read and agree or disagree with the user's terms and conditions.
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The apps' main advantage is that they provide a friendlier user interface than cramming the shortcodes.
The following shortcodes will help you divert calls to voice mail:
How do you retrieve your voicemails? Simply dial 111 to retrieve messages from your voicemail. The default PIN number when dialling 111 is 1234.
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You may divert an SMS by using Safaricom SMS divert code. To do that:
While having a blacklist or trying to block calls may have some personal implications, the major motivation is to prohibit all forms of unwanted and unexpected contact. Below is a procedure you can follow to block all incoming Safaricom calls.
Note: This procedure may vary depending on the type of phone you are using.
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If you want to block incoming Safaricom messages, dial *35*0000*16#. To confirm whether the set-up is successful, dial *#35#.
The process to divert Safaricom calls can effectively protect one's privacy and safety. Anyone can enjoy greater control and security with simple steps such as accessing the phone settings. These features give you more peace of mind when receiving or making calls on Safaricom.
DISCLAIMER: This article is not sponsored by any third party. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!
READ ALSO: M-Pesa Paybill charges in 2023: How much will it cost to pay your bills?
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Tuko.co.ke recently published an article about the 2023 M-Pesa Paybill charges. Paybill charges vary depending on how much money you are transacting.
Safaricom customers can buy goods and make bank deposits using their handsets thanks to the Lipa Na M-Pesa till number. They can also pay utility bills from the comfort of their own homes by entering the correct paybill number.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
Jackline Wangare (Lifestyle writer) Jackline Simwa is a content writer at Tuko.co.ke, where she has worked since mid-2021. She tackles diverse topics, including finance, entertainment, sports, and lifestyle. Previously, she worked at The Campanile at Kenyatta University. She has more than five years in writing. Jackline graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (2019) and a Diploma in Marketing (2015) from Kenyatta University. In 2023, Simwa finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques and Google News Initiative course in 2024. Email: [email protected].
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