Voicemail greeting generator
Pick the kind of greeting, add your name and hours, and get a ready-to-record voicemail message. Hear it read aloud in your browser, tweak the wording, then copy it. Free, with no sign-up.
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Get a second numberWhat makes a greeting work
| Do | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Say who they've reached in the first sentence | A long pause before you start speaking |
| Tell them what to leave: name, number, reason | Reading out your number; they already dialled it |
| Say when you'll call back | Promises you can't keep, like "within the hour" |
| Keep it under about 25 seconds | Background noise and music |
Recording tips
- Record in a small, quiet room; soft furnishings cut echo.
- Hold the phone a hand's width from your mouth and smile while you talk: it carries in your voice.
- Update holiday and after-hours greetings the day you're back, so callers aren't told you're away.
Questions people ask
What should a professional voicemail greeting say?
Your name and company, that you can't take the call, what to leave (name, number, reason for calling) and when you'll call back. Keep it under 20–25 seconds so callers reach the tone before they give up.
How long should a voicemail greeting be?
Aim for 10 to 25 seconds, roughly 25 to 60 words. The generator shows an estimate as you type and warns you past 30 seconds.
Is the voice preview recorded or sent anywhere?
No. The preview uses your browser's built-in speech synthesis, so the text stays on your device. Voices differ by browser and operating system.
Should I record the greeting myself?
Usually, yes: callers trust a real voice more than a synthetic one. Use the preview to check the pacing, then record it in your own voice.