5 Quick Ways to Delete Voicemails on iPhone

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Voicemails can be convenient, but they can also be a nuisance, especially if you get a lot of them. If you’re an iPhone user, there are a few ways to get rid of voicemails that you don’t want. One way is to delete them individually. To do this, open the Phone app and tap on the Voicemail tab. Find the voicemail that you want to delete and swipe left on it. Then, tap on the Delete button.

Another way to get rid of voicemails is to delete them all at once. To do this, open the Settings app and tap on Phone. Then, tap on Voicemail and select the Delete All Voicemails option. You’ll be asked to confirm that you want to delete all of your voicemails. Once you confirm, all of your voicemails will be deleted.

Finally, you can also turn off voicemail completely. To do this, open the Settings app and tap on Phone. Then, tap on Voicemail and turn off the Voicemail switch. Once you turn off voicemail, you won’t receive any more voicemails. However, you also won’t be able to listen to any voicemails that you’ve already received.

Understanding Voicemail Settings

Knowing how to manage your voicemail settings is essential for effectively handling voicemails. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate these settings:

1. Accessing Voicemail Settings

Dial your voicemail: Call your voicemail number to access the setup menu.
Listen to instructions: Follow the automated prompt to enter your password.
Press the Settings key: Usually denoted by the ‘*’ or ‘#’ key, this will enter the settings menu.

Once in the settings menu, you can adjust various options, including voicemail greeting, storage capacity, and call forwarding preferences.

2. Customizing Voicemail Greeting

A personalized voicemail greeting creates a positive first impression for callers. To record or change your greeting:

Step	Action
1	Navigate to the greeting options menu.
2	Follow the prompts to record a new greeting or change the existing one.
3	Preview and save your greeting.

3. Managing Voicemail Storage

Limited voicemail storage can restrict the number of voicemails you can receive. To manage storage:

Check your storage limit in the settings menu.
Delete old or unwanted voicemails to free up space.
Consider upgrading to a paid plan with increased storage if needed.

Accessing Voicemail Inbox

Accessing your voicemail inbox allows you to listen to and manage your voice messages. Here are the steps to access your voicemail inbox:

1. Open the Phone App

Locate and tap on the Phone app icon on your iPhone’s home screen or in the App Library. This will open the Phone app.

2. Tap on the Voicemail Tab

Once the Phone app opens, you will see the Dialpad, Recents, Contacts, and Voicemail tabs along the bottom of the screen. Tap on the Voicemail tab, typically located in the bottom-right corner. This will navigate you to your voicemail inbox.

3. Listen to Voicemails

Your voicemail inbox will display a list of messages you have received. Each message will have a caller ID, date, and time received. Tap on a message to listen to it. You can use the playback controls to pause, rewind, or fast-forward the message.

4. Manage Voicemails

From the voicemail inbox, you can also manage your voicemails. You can delete messages by swiping left on a message and tapping on the Delete button. You can also share messages with others or save them to your device.

5. Change Voicemail Settings

To change your voicemail settings, tap on the Voicemail option in the Settings app on your iPhone. Here you can change your voicemail greeting, set up call forwarding, and adjust other settings related to voicemail.

Deleting Individual Voicemails

To delete a single voicemail, follow these steps:

1. Open the Phone app

Locate the Phone app on your home screen or in your App Library and tap on it to open it.

2. Tap on Voicemail

At the bottom of the Phone app, you will see a menu bar. Tap on the “Voicemail” tab to access your voicemail messages.

3. Select the voicemail you want to delete

A list of your voicemail messages will appear. Tap on the voicemail you want to delete.



Delete All Voicemails	To delete all of your voicemail messages at once, tap on the “Edit” button in the top-right corner of the Voicemail screen. Then, tap on the “Delete All” button.
Check Your Voicemail Storage	To check how much storage space your voicemails are taking up, tap on the “Settings” app on your home screen. Then, tap on “Phone” and then “Voicemail.” You will see how much storage space your voicemails are using and how many messages you have.
Change Your Voicemail Greeting	To change your voicemail greeting, tap on the “Settings” app on your home screen. Then, tap on “Phone” and then “Voicemail.” Tap on the “Greeting” tab and then tap on “Record New.” You can then record a new greeting message.

Deleting Multiple Voicemails

If you want to delete multiple voicemails at once, you can do so using the following steps:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the Voicemail tab.
Tap the Edit button.
Tap the circles next to the voicemails you want to delete.
Tap the Delete button.

This will delete all of the selected voicemails.

Deleting All Voicemails

If you want to delete all of your voicemails, you can do so using the following steps:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the Voicemail tab.
Tap the Edit button.
Tap the Select All button.
Tap the Delete button.

This will delete all of your voicemails.

Configuring Voicemail Forwarding

To forward your voicemail messages to another number, follow these steps:

Open the Phone app and tap Voicemail tab.
Tap the Voicemail Greeting button.
Tap the Edit button next to Voicemail Number.
Enter the phone number to which you want to forward your voicemail messages.
Tap Done to save your changes. You can also use the Voicemail Settings(https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208549) page to configure voicemail forwarding.

Additional Information

Here are some additional things to keep in mind when configuring voicemail forwarding:

You can only forward your voicemail messages to another phone number that is registered with your carrier.
You may incur charges from your carrier for forwarding voicemail messages.
If you change your voicemail number, you will need to update the forwarding settings.

Setting Up Custom Greetings

Custom greetings allow you to personalize the message that callers hear when they dial your voicemail. Here’s how to set one up:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the “Voicemail” tab.
Tap the “Greeting” option.
Choose between “Default,” “Custom,” or the option to turn voicemail off.
If you choose “Custom,” tap the “Record” button to record your custom greeting. You can also choose from a pre-recorded greeting by tapping the “Choose a Greeting” button.
Once you’ve recorded your greeting, tap the “Save” button. Your custom greeting will now be played when callers reach your voicemail.

Additional Notes:

– You can also set up a different greeting for different callers. To do this, tap the “Contacts” tab in the “Greeting” section and select the contact you want to set up a custom greeting for.

– When recording a custom greeting, keep it brief and to the point. You want callers to be able to leave a message easily and quickly.

– You can change your custom greeting at any time by following the steps above.

Checking Voicemail Transcriptions

If your iPhone is running iOS 10 or later, you can read a transcription of your voicemail messages instead of listening to them. This can be helpful if you’re in a noisy environment or if you want to quickly scan your messages. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the Phone app and tap the Voicemail tab.
2. Tap the message you want to read.
3. Tap the Transcript button.
4. The transcription will appear on the screen.

Tips for using voicemail transcription

Here are a few tips for using voicemail transcription:
– The transcription is not always 100% accurate, so it’s a good idea to listen to the message yourself if you’re not sure what it says.
– The transcription is only available for messages that were left after iOS 10 was installed on your iPhone.
– You can delete the transcription by tapping the Delete button.

Pros	Cons
Can be helpful if you’re in a noisy environment.	The transcription is not always 100% accurate.
Can help you quickly scan your messages.	The transcription is only available for messages that were left after iOS 10 was installed on your iPhone.

Blocking Unwanted Voicemails

If you’re receiving a barrage of unwanted voicemails, you can take steps to block the callers responsible. Here’s how:

1. Block Individual Numbers

To block a specific number, follow these steps:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the “Recents” tab.
Find the contact you want to block and tap the “i” icon next to their name.
Scroll down and tap “Block this Caller.”

2. Block All Unknown Callers

If you’re receiving a high volume of unwanted voicemails from unknown numbers, you can block all calls from people not in your contacts. To do this:

Open the Settings app.
Tap “Phone.”
Toggle on the “Silence Unknown Callers” option.

3. Block Voicemails from Specific Apps

Some apps may have the ability to leave voicemails on your iPhone. If you’re receiving unwanted voicemails from a specific app, you can block them from leaving messages by following these steps:

Open the app’s settings.
Find the option to disable voicemail notifications.
Toggle off the option.

4. Use a Call-Blocking App

If you’re struggling to block unwanted voicemails using the built-in features of your iPhone, you can consider using a third-party call-blocking app. These apps offer a range of features, including the ability to block calls from specific numbers, unknown numbers, and robocallers.

5. Contact Your Carrier

In some cases, your carrier may be able to help you block unwanted voicemails. Contact your carrier’s customer service department to inquire about their call-blocking options.

6. Use Visual Voicemail

If you’re using visual voicemail, you can screen your voicemails before listening to them. This allows you to delete unwanted messages without ever having to listen to them.

7. Delete Voicemails in Bulk

If you’ve accumulated a large number of unwanted voicemails, you can delete them in bulk by following these steps:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the “Voicemail” tab.
Tap the “Edit” button in the top-left corner.
Select the voicemails you want to delete.
Tap the “Delete” button.

8. Prevent Voicemails from Being Transcribed

Starting with iOS 15, you can prevent voicemails from being transcribed to text. This can be useful if you’re concerned about privacy or if you don’t want the contents of your voicemails to be accessible to Siri. To disable voicemail transcription, follow these steps:

Open the Settings app.
Tap “Phone.”
Toggle off the “Transcribe Voicemail” option.

Method	Steps
Block Individual Numbers	Open Phone app, tap “Recents,” find contact, tap “i,” scroll down and tap “Block this Caller.”
Block All Unknown Callers	Open Settings, tap “Phone,” toggle on “Silence Unknown Callers.”
Block Voicemails from Specific Apps	Open app’s settings, find option to disable voicemail notifications, toggle off the option.

Disabling Voicemail Service

9. Disconnecting Your Cellular Service

As a last resort, consider disconnecting your cellular service. This will effectively disable voicemail, as the network will no longer be able to connect to your device. To disconnect your service:

Carrier	Method
Verizon	Call *611 or visit the My Verizon website.
AT&T	Call 611 or visit the AT&T website.
T-Mobile	Call 611 or visit the T-Mobile website.
Sprint	Call 611 or visit the Sprint website.

Remember, disconnecting your cellular service will also disable all other data and voice services. Once your service is disconnected, voicemail will be disabled and your device will no longer receive any voicemail messages.

Managing Voicemail Storage

1. Delete Unwanted Voicemails

The most straightforward way to free up space in your voicemail storage is to delete unwanted voicemails. To do this, open the Phone app, tap the Voicemail tab, and select the voicemail you want to delete. Then, tap the Delete button.

2. Save Voicemails to iCloud

If you want to keep your voicemails but free up space on your iPhone, you can save them to iCloud. To do this, open the Settings app, tap your name, then tap iCloud. Under iCloud Storage, tap Manage Storage. Then, select Voicemails and tap Move to iCloud.

3. Set a Voicemail Greeting with a Shorter Duration

Your voicemail greeting can also take up space in your voicemail storage. To reduce the amount of space it takes up, you can set a shorter greeting. To do this, open the Phone app, tap the Voicemail tab, then tap the Greeting button. Select a shorter greeting or record your own.

4. Forward Voicemails to Email

If you don’t need to keep your voicemails on your iPhone, you can forward them to your email instead. To do this, open the Settings app, tap Phone, then tap Voicemail. Under Voicemail Options, tap Forward New Voicemails to Email. Then, enter your email address and tap Save.

5. Check Your Voicemail Storage Usage

To see how much space your voicemails are taking up, open the Settings app, tap Phone, then tap Voicemail. Under Storage, you can see how much space your voicemails are using.

6. Delete Old Voicemails Automatically

If you don’t want to manually delete old voicemails, you can set your iPhone to do it automatically. To do this, open the Settings app, tap Phone, then tap Voicemail. Under Voicemail Options, tap Delete Old Voicemails. Then, select how often you want your iPhone to delete old voicemails.

7. Use a Third-Party App to Manage Voicemails

There are a number of third-party apps available that can help you manage your voicemails. These apps can offer features such as voicemail transcription, voicemail storage, and voicemail forwarding. Some popular third-party voicemail apps include YouMail, Google Voice, and HulloMail.

8. Contact Your Carrier for Assistance

If you’re still having trouble managing your voicemail storage, you can contact your carrier for assistance. They may be able to help you resolve the issue.

9. Voicemail Storage Limits

The amount of voicemail storage you have available depends on your carrier. Most carriers offer unlimited voicemail storage, but some may have limits. To find out how much voicemail storage you have, contact your carrier.

10. Voicemail Storage Management Tips:

Tip	Description
Delete unimportant voicemails	Voicemails that you don’t need can be deleted to free up space
Transfer old voicemails to a computer	Transferring old voicemails to your computer for safekeeping can free up space on your phone
Set a shorter voicemail greeting	A shorter voicemail greeting will take up less space
Forward voicemails to your email	Forwarding voicemails to your email can help you keep track of them without using up space on your phone
Use a voicemail transcription app	These apps can transcribe your voicemails to text, which can make them easier to manage and search
Use a cloud storage service for voicemails	Cloud storage services like Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud can be used to store voicemails
Contact your carrier	Your carrier may be able to help you increase your voicemail storage limit or provide other assistance

How to Delete Voicemail on an iPhone

Follow these simple steps to listen to, save, or delete voicemails on your iPhone:

Open the Phone app.
Tap the Voicemail tab at the bottom of the screen.
Select the voicemail you want to manage.
To listen to the voicemail, tap the play button.
To save the voicemail, tap the Save button.
To delete the voicemail, tap the Delete button.