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A call was not placed

Updated 25 October 2026

Open New call, enter the number and read Before dialling: it says exactly why a number is held.

ReasonWhat to do
Stop all is on (red bar)Press Resume calling when you are ready.
Test mode and the number is not allowedAdd the number under Settings > Calling and compliance, or go live when ready.
Outside calling hours or daysWait for the next window, or change the hours (check your country’s rules first).
Daily limit or budget reachedIt resets tomorrow; raise it under Calling and compliance if appropriate.
On the do-not-call listDo not call. Remove only if the person asked to be called again.
Called already today, or twice this weekWait: this protects people from repeat calls.
Country off or not set upSettings > Countries and lines.
Number in another country than the campaignA campaign only calls its own country; create a campaign for that country.

If everything passes and the call still fails, check the bell for a phone-line or platform problem: see The bell and system health.

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