Phone Channel

How can my agents answer the Support calls that come in?
The agents can make themselves available to receive and answer support calls by turning on the Answer calls option in the top-right corner. They can...
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
How long does an incoming call ring?
All incoming calls ring for 30 seconds (with a buffer of 8 seconds). If the Call Idle agent option is enabled, then it's ten seconds for one age...
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Will there be any downtime during the porting process?
During the porting phase, you will still have incoming and outgoing calls to your number functioning seamlessly. Porting will not affect default behavior.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
How can I enable a phone channel for just my support group?
The option to limit a phone number to a particular group can be found under Admin -> Phone -> Settings -> Accessible by.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Can we change the ringtone of incoming calls?
The ringtone of incoming calls cannot be changed since it is hardcoded.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Can I configure the phone channel to receive calls only during business hours?
You can choose to accept calls only during your business hours . For the calls received outside your business hours you can play an out-of-business-hours me...
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Can I download the recorded calls?
As an admin, you would be able to save the call recordings from Freshcaller Dashboard > Call Metrics > Download recording.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
When a call is left unanswered, is it possible to route the customer directly to voicemail without playing a non-availability message?
The default flow requires the non-availability message to be played before the customer is directed to voicemail.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:38 PM
How long would it take to port a number to Freshdesk?
Depending on your existing service provider, the porting process could take anywhere between 2-4 weeks. You will be notified through the registered email add...
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Is it possible to send customers directly to voicemail instead of playing a non-availability message when no agent responds?
No, the default flow requires the non-availability message to be played before the customer is directed to voicemail.
Tue, 18 Jun, 2024 at 4:39 PM