Voicemail greeting generator and 60 professional examples

Thank you for calling [Business name]. We're unable to take your call right now. Please leave your name, phone number, and a brief message, and we'll return your call as soon as possible. Our office hours are [Opening hours]. You can also find more information at [Website]. Thank you, and have a great day.

A safe default for almost any business line.

You've reached [Business name]. We can't come to the phone right now. At the tone, please say your name, the best number to reach you, and what you're calling about. Someone from our team will call you back as soon as we can. If your call is urgent, please try [Other phone number]. Thanks for calling.

Hi, thanks for calling [Business name]! Sorry we missed you. We're probably helping another customer, so leave your name, your number, and a quick note about what you need, and we'll get right back to you. We're open [Opening hours]. You can also visit [Website] any time. Have a great day!

Hello, this is [Business name]. We're away from the phone right now. If you have a general question, [Website] may have the answer, and it's available any time. For everything else, leave your name, number, and a short message after the tone, and we'll call you back during business hours. Thank you for calling.

Thanks for calling [Business name]. We're sorry we couldn't answer. Please leave your name, phone number, and the reason for your call, and we'll call you back within one business day. If you need help sooner, you can reach us at [Other phone number] or visit [Website]. We appreciate your patience and look forward to speaking with you.

Only promise a callback window your team can keep, even on your busiest day.

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. I'm the owner, and I'm either with a customer or out on a job right now. Please leave your name, number, and a little about what you need, and I'll call you back as soon as I'm free. If you'd rather text, you can reach me at [Other phone number]. Thanks for calling, and talk soon.

Offer texting only if that number can receive texts.

Thank you for calling [Business name]. We can't take your call right now, so please leave your name, number, and a short message, and we'll call you back as soon as we can. Gracias por llamar a [Business name]. Por favor, deje su nombre, su número y un breve mensaje, y le devolveremos la llamada lo antes posible.

Only offer Spanish if someone on your team can return calls in Spanish.

Hello, and thank you for calling [Business name]. We're with clients right now and can't pick up. If you're calling to book, reschedule, or cancel an appointment, please leave your name, number, and the day and time that works best for you. We'll call you back to confirm. Our hours are [Opening hours]. Thank you!

Thank you for calling [Business name]. Our office is currently closed. Our regular hours are [Opening hours]. Please leave your name, phone number, and a brief message, and we'll return your call on the next business day. You can also visit us anytime at [Website]. Thank you, and have a good evening.

Promise a next-business-day callback only if your team can keep it.

You've reached [Business name] outside of our business hours. If this is urgent, please hang up and call [Other phone number], and someone will help you. Otherwise, leave your name, number, and the reason for your call after the tone, and we'll get back to you when we open. We're open [Opening hours]. Thank you for calling.

Give an urgent number only if someone actually answers it after hours.

Hi, thanks for calling [Business name]! We've closed up for the day, but we'd still love to hear from you. Leave your name, number, and what you need, and we'll call you back first thing when we open. We're here [Opening hours]. In the meantime, you'll find us at [Website]. Talk soon!

Say "first thing" only if someone really returns calls as soon as you open.

Hello, you've reached [Business name]. We're closed for the weekend and will be back in the office on Monday. Please leave your name, number, and a short message, and we'll return your call as soon as we're back. If you need help before then, please call [Other phone number]. Thanks for calling, and enjoy your weekend.

Record it on Friday afternoon and switch back first thing Monday.

Thanks for calling [Business name]. Our office is closed right now. If you'd like to book an appointment, you can do it any time at [Website]. For anything else, please leave your name, number, and a brief message, and we'll call you back during business hours, [Opening hours]. Thank you!

Use this only if clients can really book on your website.

You've reached [Business name] after hours. Our team has gone home for the evening, and we'll be back at the start of our next business day. Please leave your name, phone number, and the reason for your call, and we'll return calls in the order we receive them. Our hours are [Opening hours]. Good night.

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. We're closed right now. The quickest way to reach us after hours is a text message to [Other phone number], and we'll reply when we open. Or leave your name, number, and a short message here. We're open [Opening hours]. Thanks for calling!

Offer texting only if that number can receive texts.

This is [Business name], and you've reached us after hours. If you're an existing customer with an open order or request, please leave your name, number, and your order number so we can look it up before we call you back. New callers, please leave your name, number, and how we can help. We're open [Opening hours].

Thank you for calling [Business name]. Our office is closed for the holiday, and we'll reopen on [Return or reopening date]. Please leave your name, phone number, and a brief message, and we'll return your call once we're back. You can also visit [Website] for more information. We wish you a safe and happy holiday.

Happy holidays from all of us at [Business name]! Our office is closed for the holidays and reopens on [Return or reopening date]. Leave your name, number, and a short message, and we'll call you back after we reopen. If your call can't wait, please try [Other phone number]. Thanks for calling, and best wishes for the new year.

Hello, you've reached [Business name]. We're closed for Thanksgiving so our team can spend the holiday with family and friends, and we'll be back on Monday. Please leave your name, number, and the reason for your call, and we'll get back to you as soon as we return. You can also visit [Website] while we're away. Happy Thanksgiving!

Change Monday to Friday if you reopen the day after Thanksgiving.

Thanks for calling [Business name]. Our office is closed today for the holiday weekend, and we'll reopen on Tuesday. Please leave your name, number, and a brief message, and we'll return your call when we're back. For anything urgent, please call [Other phone number]. Enjoy the long weekend!

You've reached [Business name]. We're closed to celebrate the new year and will reopen on [Return or reopening date]. Please leave your name, number, and a short message, and we'll call you back once we return. In the meantime, you can find us online at [Website]. From all of us, happy New Year!

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. Our team is on a lunch break and will be back at 1 p.m. Please leave your name, number, and a quick message, and we'll return your call this afternoon. If you'd rather call back, we're open [Opening hours]. Thanks for your patience!

Replace 1 p.m. with the time you're back, and promise a same-afternoon callback only if you can keep it.

Hello from [Business name]. Because of today's weather, our office is closed so our team and customers can stay safe. We plan to reopen on [Return or reopening date], and we'll update this message if that changes. Please leave your name, number, and a brief message, and we'll return your call when we reopen. We'll post updates at [Website].

Update the greeting the moment your plans change.

Hello, this is [Business name]. Our office is closed today for a planned team training day, and we'll be back to our regular hours on [Return or reopening date]. Please leave your name, number, and the reason for your call, and we'll get back to you as soon as we reopen. If your call is urgent, please call [Other phone number]. Thank you for understanding.

Swap in the reason that fits: inventory, an office move or a team event.

Thank you for calling [Business name]. All of our team members are helping other callers right now. Please leave your name, phone number, and a brief message, and the next available person will call you back as soon as possible. You can also visit [Website] while you wait. Thank you for your patience.

You've reached [Business name]. We're getting more calls than usual today, and every line is in use. Rather than keep you waiting, we'd like to call you back. Please leave your name, number, and what you need, and we'll return calls in the order we receive them. Thank you for bearing with us.

Hi, thanks for calling [Business name]! Our whole team is on other calls at the moment, so we couldn't pick up. Leave your name, your number, and a quick note about why you're calling, and we'll get back to you as soon as a line frees up. If it's urgent, try [Other phone number]. Thanks for your patience!

Hello, you've reached [Business name]. Our front desk is helping someone else right now. To book, change, or cancel an appointment, please leave your name, number, and the days and times that work for you, and we'll call you back to confirm. You can also reach us through [Website]. Thank you!

Thanks for calling [Business name]. Every member of our team is on another call. If you're a new customer interested in our services, please leave your name, number, and what you're looking for. If you need help with an existing order, please include your order number. We'll call you back as soon as we're available.

[Business name], thanks for calling. All of our lines are busy right now. Please leave your name, number, and a short message, and we'll call you back within two hours during business hours, [Opening hours]. If you'd prefer, you can also send us a message through [Website]. Talk to you soon.

Pick a callback window your team can keep on its busiest day.

Hello, this is [Business name]. I'm with a client right now and can't take your call. Please leave your name, number, and the best time to reach you, and I'll call you back between appointments or at the end of the day. You can also book a time directly at [Website]. Thanks for calling.

Mention online booking only if clients can book there.

Hello, you've reached [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm on vacation and will be back in the office on [Return or reopening date]. If you need help before then, please call [Other phone number], and a colleague will assist you. Otherwise, leave your name, number, and a brief message, and I'll return your call after I'm back. Thank you.

Hi, this is [Your name] with [Business name]. I'm traveling for a conference this week and checking messages only occasionally. I'll be back in the office on [Return or reopening date]. For anything time-sensitive, please call [Other phone number]. Otherwise, leave a message with your name and number, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Thanks!

You've reached [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm out of the office today and will return calls when I'm back tomorrow. If your call can't wait, please contact our main line at [Other phone number], and someone on the team will help. Otherwise, please leave your name, number, and a short message. Thank you for your patience.

This is [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm on leave and won't be checking this voicemail until I return on [Return or reopening date]. While I'm away, please call [Other phone number] for help with any accounts or projects I usually handle. Thank you, and I look forward to reconnecting when I'm back.

If you won't check messages, say so, so callers don't wait on you.

Hi, you've reached [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm in meetings for most of today, so I can't pick up. Please leave your name, number, and what you're calling about, and I'll call you back before the end of the day. If it's urgent, you can also reach our office at [Other phone number]. Thanks for calling.

Promise an end-of-day callback only if you'll have time to make it.

You've reached the voicemail of [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm away from my desk or on another call. Please leave your name, number, and a brief message, and I'll return your call within one business day. If you need immediate help, please call our main office at [Other phone number]. Thank you.

Only promise this callback time if you can keep it.

Happy holidays! You've reached [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm out for the holidays and will be back on [Return or reopening date]. I won't be checking messages while I'm away, so for anything that can't wait, please call [Other phone number]. Otherwise, leave a message, and I'll get back to you after I return.

Thanks for calling [Business name]! We're with patients right now and can't come to the phone. Please leave your name, phone number, and whether you're a new or current patient, and we'll call you back as soon as we can. You can also request an appointment at [Website]. Have a great day, and keep smiling!

Mention appointment requests only if your website takes them.

You've reached [Business name] after hours. Our office is open [Opening hours]. If you're having a dental emergency, please call [Other phone number] for instructions. Otherwise, leave your name, number, and the reason for your call, and we'll call you back when we open. Thank you.

List an emergency number only if someone answers it after hours.

Hi, and thanks for calling [Business name]! We're helping patients in the office right now. If you're a new patient, we'd love to get you scheduled. Please leave your name, number, and the best days and times for your visit, and we'll call you back to find a time. Current patients, please leave your name and the reason for your call. We're open [Opening hours].

Hello, you've reached [Business name]. If this is a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. Our staff is helping other patients right now. Please leave your name, date of birth, phone number, and the reason for your call, and a member of our team will call you back as soon as possible. Thank you.

You've reached [Business name]. Our clinic is closed. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, hang up and call 911. If you need to speak with the on-call provider, please call [Other phone number]. For appointments, prescription refills, or other questions, leave your name, date of birth, and phone number, and we'll return your call during office hours, [Opening hours].

Include the on-call line only if a provider really answers it.

Hello, you've reached the prescription refill line at [Business name]. If this is a medical emergency, hang up and dial 911. Please leave your full name, date of birth, the name of your medication, and the pharmacy you use, including its location. Please call before you run out, as refills can take time to process. We'll call you if we have any questions.

Thank you for calling [Business name]. Our front office is closed for lunch and will reopen at 1:30 p.m. If this is a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. Otherwise, leave your name, date of birth, and a callback number, and we'll return your call this afternoon. You can also send us a message through [Website].

Replace 1:30 p.m. with the time you reopen, and promise an afternoon callback only if you can keep it.

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. If you're calling to confirm, reschedule, or cancel an appointment, please leave your name, your appointment day and time, and the best number to reach you. We'll call back to confirm any change. For all other questions, leave a brief message and we'll return your call during office hours, [Opening hours].

Thank you for calling [Business name]. All of our attorneys and staff are unavailable at the moment. Please leave your name, phone number, and a brief description of your legal matter, and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please do not leave confidential details in your message. Our office hours are [Opening hours].

You've reached [Business name]. Our office is closed. If you're a potential new client, please leave your name, phone number, and the type of legal issue you need help with, such as a family, business, or injury matter, and we'll contact you on the next business day to discuss next steps. Existing clients, please include your case name. Thank you.

List only the practice areas your firm handles, and promise a next-business-day callback only if you can keep it.

Hello, you've reached the office of [Your name] at [Business name]. I'm in court or with a client right now. Please leave your name, number, and a short message about your matter, and I or my assistant will return your call within one business day. If your matter is urgent, please call our main line at [Other phone number]. Thank you.

Promise a one-business-day callback only if you or your assistant can keep it.

Hi, you've reached [Your name] with [Business name]. I'm probably showing a home right now, so I can't pick up. Please leave your name, number, and the address or neighborhood you're interested in, and I'll call you back today. If you're thinking of selling, mention that too. You can also browse current listings at [Website]. Talk soon!

Promise a same-day callback only if you can keep it.

Hello, and thank you for calling [Business name]. Our team is out with clients right now. If you're calling about a specific property, please leave the address along with your name and number. If you're a tenant with a maintenance request, please describe the issue and your unit number. For emergencies like a flood or no heat, please call [Other phone number]. We'll return your call as soon as possible.

Offer an emergency number only if someone is on call to answer it.

Thanks for calling [Business name]. It's our busiest time of year, and our team is working with clients. Please leave your name, number, and whether you're a current or new client, and we'll return your call within two business days. You can also reach us through [Website]. Thank you for your patience.

Match the callback window to what your team can handle in peak season.

Hello, this is [Business name]. We're heads-down on client work right now and can't take your call. If you're interested in working with us, please leave your name, number, and a few words about your project, and we'll set up a time to talk. Current clients, please mention your project name. You can also reach us through [Website]. Thanks!

Thanks for calling [Business name]! We're busy taking care of guests right now. Our hours are [Opening hours]. For reservations, please leave your name, number, the date and time you'd like, and the size of your party, and we'll call you back to confirm. You can also see our menu at [Website].

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. We're closed at the moment. We're open [Opening hours]. To book a table or ask about a private event, leave your name, number, and the details, and we'll call you back once we open. You can also find our menu at [Website]. We hope to see you soon!

Hi, thanks for calling [Business name]! We're with a client right now. To book, change, or cancel an appointment, leave your name, number, the service you'd like, and a few days and times that work for you, and we'll call or text you back to confirm. You can also book online at [Website]. Talk soon!

Mention online booking only if clients can actually book there.

You've reached [Business name]. Our technicians are out on jobs, and our office can't take your call right now. If you have an emergency, like an active leak or no heat, please call [Other phone number]. Otherwise, leave your name, number, service address, and a short description of the problem, and we'll call you back to schedule a visit. Thank you.

Offer an emergency number only if someone is on call to answer it.

Thanks for calling [Business name]. Our office is closed for the day. Our regular hours are [Opening hours]. If you need emergency service tonight, please call [Other phone number] and describe the problem. For estimates and regular appointments, please leave your name, number, and address, and we'll call you back when we open.

Offer an emergency number only if someone is on call to answer it.

Hi, you've reached [Business name]. We're under the hood right now and can't get to the phone. Please leave your name, number, your vehicle's year, make, and model, and what's going on with it, and we'll call you back with next steps. We're open [Opening hours]. Thanks for calling!

Hello, and thanks for calling [Business name]. We're out working with customers right now. If you'd like a quote, please leave your name, number, address, and a short description of the job, and we'll call you back to set up a time to take a look. You can also request a quote at [Website]. Thank you!

Mention quote requests only if your website takes them.