How To Cancel Voicemail On Samsung

Have you ever been frustrated by the incessant ringing of your voicemail, interrupting your precious moments or important tasks? If you own a Samsung device, you’re not alone. Voicemails can be both convenient and annoying, but at times, you may find yourself wanting to turn them off completely. If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll embark on a step-by-step journey to help you effectively cancel voicemail on your Samsung device.

Before we delve into the practical instructions, it’s essential to understand why you might want to deactivate your voicemail. Perhaps you’ve switched to a different messaging or communication service, or maybe you simply prefer to receive missed call notifications directly on your phone. Regardless of your reasons, canceling voicemail is a straightforward process that can be accomplished in just a few minutes. Follow the steps outlined below with care, and you’ll be well on your way to a voicemail-free experience on your Samsung device.

To commence the voicemail cancellation process, locate the Phone app on your Samsung device. Once you’ve launched the app, navigate to the Voicemail tab, typically denoted by an envelope icon. From there, you’ll be presented with a list of options, including the ability to check your voicemail, change your voicemail greeting, and more. To disable voicemail, look for the “Disable voicemail” or “Cancel voicemail” option and select it. Depending on your carrier and device model, the exact wording may vary slightly. Once you’ve found the appropriate option, follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your decision and complete the cancellation process.

Setting Up a Conditional Call Forwarding

If you want to forward calls to your voicemail only when you’re busy or unavailable, you can set up a conditional call forwarding:

1. Open the Phone app.

Tap the three dots in the top-right corner and select “Settings”.

2. Tap “Voicemail”.

Tap the “Call Forwarding” option.

3. Select “Conditional” from the dropdown menu.

This will open a list of forwarding options, such as “When busy”, “When unanswered”, and “When unreachable”.

4. Choose a forwarding option and enter a phone number.

You can enter any phone number you want, including your own mobile number or a voicemail box. Here’s a detailed explanation of each forwarding option:

Option	Description
When busy	Forwards calls when you’re on another call
When unanswered	Forwards calls after a specified number of rings
When unreachable	Forwards calls when your phone is turned off or out of reach

Once you’ve entered a phone number, tap “Enable” to activate the conditional call forwarding.

Deleting Voicemail Recordings

1. Open the Phone app

Launch the Phone app pre-installed on your Samsung device. It’s typically a green or blue icon with a phone receiver.

2. Go to Voicemail

Tap the "Voicemail" tab at the bottom of the screen. It may be represented by an envelope icon.

3. Select a voicemail

Locate the voicemail you want to delete in the list. Tap on it to open the playback screen.

4. Find the Delete option

Look for the "Delete" button or icon on the playback screen. It’s usually located at the bottom or next to the playback controls.

5. Confirm deletion

Tap the "Delete" button and confirm your choice in the pop-up dialog box. The voicemail will be permanently removed.

6. Delete multiple voicemails

To delete multiple voicemails simultaneously, go to the main Voicemail screen. Long-press on one of the voicemails to select it.

7. Use the Multi-Select feature

Once a voicemail is selected, tap the "Multi-Select" option in the top-right corner. Then, tap on the other voicemails you want to delete. Finally, tap the "Delete" button at the bottom of the screen.


1. Long press a voicemail to select it.	2. Tap “Multi-Select” to enable multi-selection.
3. Select the desired voicemails.	4. Tap “Delete” to remove them all.