Understanding Your AI Phone Setup

There are two ways to use your AI assistant with your phone. This guide explains both options clearly so you can choose what works best for you.

Two Ways to Use Your AI Number

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Option A: Distribute Your AI Number

Share your AI number with people. Your personal number stays private. AI screens all calls and forwards important ones to you.

  • No phone settings changes needed
  • Works on all carriers instantly
  • Your personal number stays private
  • VIP calls transferred directly to you
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Option B: Forward Your Personal Number

Keep your existing number. Set up conditional forwarding so unanswered calls go to AI. Requires carrier-specific setup and a third number for transfers.

  • Keep your existing phone number
  • Requires carrier setup (USSD codes)
  • Needs a 3rd number for VIP transfers
  • Without 3rd number: AI sends notifications only

Quick Comparison

FeatureOption AOption B
Setup difficultyNone — works nowMedium — carrier codes needed
Keep existing number✗ New AI number✓ Keep your number
Personal number privacy✓ Stays private✗ People know it
VIP call transfers✓ Always works⚠ Needs 3rd number
Without transfer numberN/ANotifications only
Works on all carriers✓ Yes✓ Yes (different codes)

Frequently Asked Questions

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