Best WiFi Calling Settings
| Step | Action | What It Fixes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check your network status | Confirms if issue is network-wide |
| 2 | Toggle aeroplane mode on/off | Re-registers SIM on your network |
| 3 | Restart your phone | Clears temporary network errors |
| 4 | Check your network APN settings | Fixes incorrect data configuration |
| 5 | Re-insert SIM card | Fixes poor SIM contact issues |
| 6 | Contact your network support | Resolves account or SIM faults |
This guide covers everything you need to know about best wifi calling settings on your mobile network, including setup steps, troubleshooting tips and useful codes.
Troubleshooting checklist
Wherever signal falls short, WiFi Calling shifts the call onto broadband instead
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.
Setting up on your mobile network (Best WiFi Calling Settings)
Call and voicemail settings are typically managed via phone settings or dial codes; the UK APN Hub has plan-specific instructions.
Useful mobile network codes (Best WiFi Calling Settings)
The GSM codes for call forwarding and voicemail are standard across UK networks:
Divert all calls: Dial **21*[number]# and press call.
Divert when busy: Dial **67*[number]# and press call.
Divert when no answer: Dial **61*[number]# and press call.
Cancel all diversions: Dial ##002# and press call.
Check voicemail: Hold down the 1 key or dial your voicemail number.
When things go wrong (Best WiFi Calling Settings)
If calls fail, an aeroplane mode toggle, restart and signal check are the first things to try; the UK APN Hub covers persistent cases.
Troubleshooting checklist
Fastest checks lead, the more hands-on fixes come later
What is WiFi calling?
WiFi calling substitutes WiFi for the mobile network on calls and texts, useful anywhere signal is weak but WiFi is present — home, office or abroad — using the normal allowance.
Troubleshooting checklist
WiFi Calling redirects to broadband whenever mobile signal can't support the call
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.
How to enable WiFi calling on iPhone (any network)
For iPhone, go to Settings → Phone → WiFi Calling, switch it on, confirm the emergency address, and watch for the WiFi icon in the status bar.
Troubleshooting checklist
When signal isn't enough for a call, WiFi Calling shifts it onto broadband
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.
How to enable WiFi calling on Android (any network)
For most Android phones it's Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network → WiFi Calling; Samsung Galaxy and Pixel each use a slightly different path.
Troubleshooting checklist
WiFi Calling relies on broadband wherever mobile signal alone can't carry a call
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.
General WiFi calling requirements
Requirements: WiFi-calling plan support (most current UK plans have it), a compatible device, and active WiFi — iPhone may also need a carrier update via Settings → General → About.
Troubleshooting checklist
Calls shift to broadband through WiFi Calling when signal isn't strong enough
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.
Troubleshooting WiFi calling not working
Greyed out typically indicates unsupported device or plan, or that it hasn't been enabled on the account yet.
Switching between WiFi and mobile mid-call can cause drops — staying on one connection avoids this.
Poor WiFi call quality is often distance from the router or slow upload — verify at least 1Mbps, restarting the router if needed.
Troubleshooting checklist
Ordered from quick check to hands-on fix
Android (Samsung): Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Wi-Fi Calling → On
No extra charge — uses your existing call and text allowance. Ideal where indoor mobile signal is weak.