How to Setup Voicemail on iPhone? A Simple Guide

At Vi, we understand how important it is to stay connected, not just through calls and texts, but through voicemail too. Whether you're unavailable, busy, or simply off the grid for a moment, voicemail ensures your contacts can still leave important messages. If you're wondering how to activate voicemail in iPhone, you’ve landed in the right place. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about setting up voicemail on iPhone devices running iOS 18, the latest version of Apple’s operating system. Let’s dive in and show you how to set up iPhone voicemail quickly and easily.

Why Voicemail Still Matters

Despite messaging apps and instant notifications, voicemail remains a powerful tool for communication. From missed business calls to personal messages, having voicemail enabled ensures nothing slips through the cracks. With iOS 18, the process has become even more seamless. Still unsure how to turn voicemail on in an iPhone? We’ve simplified it for you below.

Step-by-Step: How to Set Up Voicemail on iPhone

Here’s a simple breakdown for setting up voicemail on your iPhone running on iOS 18:

1. Open the Phone App

Start by launching the Phone application on your iPhone. Tap on the Voicemail tab, located at the bottom-right corner of the screen.

2. Tap “Set Up Now”

If you’re setting up voicemail for the first time, you’ll see a “Set Up Now” option. Tap it to begin.

3. Create a Voicemail Password

You’ll be prompted to set a voicemail password. Make sure it’s easy to remember, but secure.

4. Choose a Greeting

   • Default Greeting: A generic system message.
   • Custom Greeting: Record your own message by speaking into your iPhone’s microphone.

   Now comes the personal touch! Choose between:

   This step is essentially how to set up a voice message on iPhone, your voice recording is what callers will hear when you miss their call.

5. Save and Activate

Once your greeting is set, tap “Done” or “Save”, and that’s it! You’ve just learned how to turn voicemail on in iPhone.

Troubleshooting and Additional Settings

If your voicemail tab shows "Call Voicemail" instead of “Set Up Now”, your voicemail might already be active. You can still customise it by:

• Dialling your voicemail manually.
• Updating your greeting and settings via the Phone app > Voicemail > Greeting.
  
  

Voicemail Visualisation on iOS 18

One of the great features of iOS 18 is Visual Voicemail. It allows you to:

• See all voicemail messages as a list.
• Play, pause, rewind, or delete messages directly from the screen.
• Read transcripts of the message (if supported).
  
  

To enable Visual Voicemail, ensure:

• You’re connected to a mobile network.
• Your data services are active.
• You’ve completed how to set up iPhone voicemail as outlined above.
  
  

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So, once you’ve learnt how to set up iPhone voice mail, rest assured that Vi will help keep everything running smoothly. Voicemail might feel like an old-school feature, but with iOS 18 and a high-performing network like Vi, it becomes a smart, useful tool to enhance your communication. From understanding how to activate voicemail in iPhone to exploring Visual Voicemail features, you’re now equipped to take full advantage of it. Still got questions or facing issues? Our Vi customer care team is here to help anytime.

 

Thank you for reading. If you're looking to get even more out of your iPhone, explore our step-by-step guides on how to record a phone call or take a screenshot with ease. You may also find it helpful to learn how to deactivate voicemail or activate eSIM on your iPhone for a more streamlined experience. These resources are designed to help you make the most of your device with confidence and clarity.