Airtel offers two variants of the Missed Call Alert service: one that’s free and another with a monthly fee. To subscribe to this free missed call alert service, dial *28271*11# and get an option to press 1 to confirm your request.
Then, the service will be activated for free and valid for 365 days. The customer can also start paying missed call alerts monthly by dialing *121*2*4# and following the instructions.
Airtel Missed Call Alert Service
When you’re out of network coverage or your phone is switched off, Airtel’s Missed Call Alert service comes to the rescue, allowing you never to miss an important call.
Whether you want to learn about this service, understand how it works, activate it, or deactivate it, follow the process with attention.
Airtel Missed Call Alert Activation Process
Airtel’s missed call alert service can be activated through various methods. One is through the USSD Code, the second is by sending an SMS, and the other is through the My Airtel app.
Choose the one you like best and follow the instructions to activate the missed call alert service.
Through USSD Code
To activate Airtel’s Missed Call Alert for free, dial one of the following USSD code: *28271*11#
First, Open the Dial Pad on your phone. Then dial *28271*11#. After this, reply with ‘1’ to initiate an Airtel Missed Call Alert.
After doing this, you’ll receive a confirmation message once the service is activated and start receiving alerts for all your missed calls.
Through SMS
If the USSD method doesn’t work for you, there is also a method to enable a missed call alert service. Try activating it through the SMS method-
First, open your Message box. Then type ‘START.’ Send the message to Airtel’s missed call alert number, 121.
From the service list you receive, select Airtel Missed Call Alert. After showing this, confirm your selection. Finally, you’ll receive a confirmation message shortly.
Through My Airtel App
Airtel missed call alert service can be enabled by using the My Airtel App. Follow the steps below for a more convenient online activation with this app.
First, open the My Airtel app. Then tap on your profile picture icon (top left). Then go to Settings. Find ‘Missed Call Alerts’ under Mobility. After showing the options, turn the toggle on. After doing this, you’ll start receiving missed call alert service.
How to Deactivate Airtel Missed Call Alert Service
There are also three methods to deactivate missed call alert services, like the activation process. If you ever wish to deactivate the Airtel Missed Call Alert service, use one of the following methods.
Through USSD Code
The first method is using the USSD Code. Dial *28272*2# from your Airtel number and confirm your unsubscription request to deactivate the Airtel Missed Call Alert.
Through SMS
To deactivate Airtel missed call alerts, send the SMS STOP to 121. You’ll receive an SMS with all the services activated on your number. Reply with the number allotted for missed call deactivation to stop this service.
Through My Airtel App
Also, you can manage your services, including activation and deactivation, using the My Airtel app. Go to the account section and select ‘manage services’ to take control of your services.
For a more convenient online activation, follow these steps:
Open the Airtel Thanks app. Tap on your profile picture icon (top left). Then go to Settings. Find ‘Missed Call Alerts’ under Mobility. Turn the toggle off.
After a few moments, you’ll get a confirmation SMS.
Final Words
There are two ways to deactivate missed call alerts: Dial the USSD code 321883# from your Airtel number and verify the unsubscription request, or send ‘STOP’ to 121 to turn off missed call notifications.
Follow the process to activate the Airtel Missed Call Alert, which provides all the necessary steps.
