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Voicemail Greeting Examples and Scripts for Business

50+ professional voicemail greeting examples and scripts — across industries, tones and situations. Replace the placeholders, paste into the generator, choose a voice, download a phone-system-ready MP3.

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  1. Pick a script from the section that matches your situation.
  2. Replace the placeholders[Company Name], [Name], [Business Hours], [Email Address], [Phone Number], [Emergency Contact], [Department].
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Business voicemail greetings

Professional, on-brand greetings for company main lines. Company name first, reason for missed call, what to do next — in that order.

Main line — neutral / professional

Thanks for calling [Company Name]. We're currently unavailable. Please leave your name, number and a short message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible — usually within one business day.

Main line — friendly / SMB

Hi, you've reached [Company Name]. Thanks for calling. Leave your name, number and what you're calling about, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can — usually within a few hours during business days.

SaaS company main line

Thank you for calling [Company Name] — the [one-line value prop]. Our team is helping other customers right now. Leave your name, company and a short message, and we'll get back to you within four business hours. Or visit [help URL] for instant answers.

Multi-department main line

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. To reach a specific team, please call back during business hours and use our menu options. Otherwise, leave a message with your name, number and the department you're trying to reach, and we'll route your call as soon as we're back at our desks.

Short voicemail greetings

Under 15 seconds. Use these for solo lines, mobile extensions and any situation where callers value brevity.

Short — direct

Hi, you've reached [Name] at [Company]. Leave a message with your name and number, and I'll call you back today.

Short — name only

You've reached [Name]. Please leave a message after the tone.

Short — mobile extension

This is [Name]. I missed your call — leave a message and I'll get back to you.

Professional voicemail greetings

Formal, polished tone. For B2B, legal, financial services and any context where credibility matters more than warmth.

B2B — formal

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. You have reached [Name], [Title]. I am unable to take your call at this time. Please leave your name, the company you represent and a brief message, and I will return your call by the close of the next business day.

Executive assistant

You've reached the office of [Executive Name]. [Name] is in meetings today. Please leave your name, number and the matter you're calling about, and I will route your message and have someone return your call within one business day.

Sales — energetic / direct

You've reached the [Company] sales team — thanks for calling. Leave your name, number and what you're looking for, and we'll be back to you within four business hours. Or, for a faster response, email [sales email] or book a time at [calendar link].

Support — efficient / informative

Thanks for calling [Company] support. The fastest way to a fix is our help center at [help URL] — most issues are solved there in minutes. If you'd still like a callback, leave your name, account number and a brief description of the issue.

After-hours voicemail greetings

Mention your business hours, give an alternative channel, set callback expectations.

After hours — informative

You've reached [Company]. Our office is closed and will reopen at 9 a.m. on the next business day. For urgent matters, please email [email]. Otherwise, leave a message with your name and number and we'll return your call as soon as we're back in.

After hours — with hours stated

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. Our office is closed. Our regular hours are Monday through Friday, [open time] to [close time]. Please call back during business hours, or leave a message and we'll return your call the next business day.

After hours — with email escalation

You've reached [Company] outside our business hours. For non-urgent inquiries, leave a message and we'll respond on the next business day. For urgent matters, please email [urgent email] — that inbox is monitored after hours.

Weekend message

Thank you for calling [Company]. Our offices are closed on weekends. We'll be back Monday at 9 a.m. and will return all calls in the order they came in. Please leave a message with your name, number and reason for calling.

Holiday voicemail greetings

Always include the closure dates and the reopen date. Avoid vague phrasing like "for the holidays".

Holiday closure — warm

Thank you for calling [Company]. Our offices are closed from [start date] to [end date] for the holidays. We'll respond to all messages on [reopen date]. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season — talk to you soon.

Thanksgiving

Thank you for calling [Company]. We're closed for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen on [reopen date] at [open time]. Please leave a message and we'll return your call as soon as we're back. Happy Thanksgiving from our team to yours.

Christmas / New Year

You've reached [Company]. Our offices are closed from [start date] through January 1 for the Christmas and New Year holidays. We'll respond to all messages starting [reopen date]. Wishing you a happy holiday season.

Independence Day

Thank you for calling [Company]. We're closed for Independence Day. Our team will be back on [reopen date] at [open time] and will return your call as soon as possible. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July.

Out-of-office voicemail greetings

For individual lines during vacation, conferences, sick leave. Always give a return date and a backup contact.

Vacation — solo

Hi, this is [Name]. I'm out of office through [return date] with no access to voicemail. For anything urgent before then, please email my colleague [Backup Name] at [backup email]. Otherwise, leave a message and I'll respond when I return on [return date].

Conference / business travel

You've reached [Name] at [Company]. I'm at [conference / off-site] and will be returning calls on [return date]. For urgent matters, email [email]. Otherwise, leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I'm back at my desk.

Parental leave

You've reached [Name] at [Company]. I'm currently on parental leave through [return date]. For all matters, please contact [Backup Name] at [backup email] — they'll be handling my work while I'm out. Thank you.

Medical office voicemail greetings

Always route emergencies. Don't collect medical information in voicemail. Use neutral, calm wording.

Medical office — main line

Thank you for calling [Practice Name]. Our office is closed. If this is a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. For appointment requests, please call back during business hours, Monday through Friday, [open time] to [close time]. For non-urgent questions, leave a message and we'll return your call within one business day. Please do not include medical details in your voicemail.

Medical — after hours

You've reached [Practice Name]. Our office is closed. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. For our on-call provider, please dial [on-call number]. For all other matters, please call back during business hours.

Medical — holiday closure

Thank you for calling [Practice Name]. Our office is closed from [start date] to [end date] for the holiday. If this is a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911. For urgent matters, please call our on-call line at [on-call number]. We'll return all non-urgent messages on [reopen date].

Dental office voicemail greetings

Calm tone. Dental-emergency routing if you offer it; otherwise direct callers to ER for severe pain.

Dental office — main line

Thank you for calling [Practice Name]. Our office is closed. For a dental emergency, please hang up and call our on-call dentist at [on-call number]. For appointment requests or general questions, please leave a message with your name and number, and we'll return your call the next business day.

Dental — appointment-focused

You've reached [Practice Name] — providing gentle dental care since [year]. To book or change an appointment, the fastest option is our online portal at [portal URL]. Otherwise, leave a message and our front desk will call you back within one business day.

Dental — emergency without on-call

Thank you for calling [Practice Name]. Our office is closed. If you are experiencing severe pain, swelling or trauma, please go to your nearest emergency room. For routine appointments and questions, please leave a message and we'll return your call the next business day.

Law firm voicemail greetings

Confidentiality language, no-legal-advice disclaimer where appropriate, professional tone.

Law firm — main line

You've reached [Firm Name]. We're unable to take your call at the moment. Please leave your name, number and a brief description of the matter you're calling about, and one of our paralegals will return your call within one business day. Please do not include confidential details in your voicemail.

Law firm — solo attorney

Hi, you've reached [Attorney Name], Attorney at Law. I'm in court or with clients today. Please leave your name, number and a brief description of your matter, and I'll return your call as soon as I'm available. This voicemail does not constitute legal representation, and please do not share confidential details.

Law firm — after hours

Thank you for calling [Firm Name]. Our offices are closed. For new client inquiries, please leave your name and number — we'll respond on the next business day. Existing clients with urgent matters, please contact your attorney directly through their preferred method. This message does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

Real estate voicemail greetings

Buyer / seller / rental routing, listing-specific greetings, fast-callback promises.

Real estate agent — solo

Hi, this is [Agent Name] with [Brokerage]. I'm showing properties today. Leave your name, the listing address you're interested in or what you're looking for, and your phone number, and I'll text or call you back within two hours.

Real estate — buyer focus

You've reached [Agent Name] at [Brokerage]. I work primarily with buyers in the [Area] market. Leave your name, your target neighborhood and your phone number, and I'll send you matching listings and call you back the same day.

Real estate — listing-specific

Thanks for calling about [Listing Address]. This is [Agent Name] with [Brokerage]. To schedule a showing, please leave your name, number and a few times that work for you. For an offer or inspection, please email [email].

Contractor and trades voicemail greetings

Estimate requests, emergency callout routing, after-hours messages. For plumbing, HVAC, electrical and general contractors.

Contractor — main line

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. We're on a job site right now. Leave your name, your address and a brief description of the job, and we'll call you back the same day with an estimate or schedule a visit.

Plumbing / HVAC — emergency

You've reached [Company Name]. For a 24-hour plumbing emergency, please call our emergency line at [emergency number]. For estimates and routine service, leave a message with your name, address and what's going on, and we'll be in touch the next business day.

Electrician — solo

Hi, this is [Electrician Name], licensed electrician. I'm on a job. Leave your name, address and what you need done, and I'll call you back today with a time and an estimate.

Salon and spa voicemail greetings

Booking, waitlist and cancellation handling — in a tone that matches your brand.

Salon — main line

Hi, you've reached [Salon Name]. We're with guests right now. To book an appointment, the fastest way is our online booking at [booking URL]. Otherwise, leave a message and we'll call you back this evening.

Salon — solo stylist

Hi, this is [Name] at [Salon Name]. I'm with a guest. To book an appointment, please visit [booking URL] or text me at this number. For all other inquiries, leave a message and I'll call you back this evening.

Spa — relaxed tone

Thank you for calling [Spa Name]. Our team is taking care of guests right now. Please leave your name, number and what you'd like to book, and we'll be in touch within one business day.

Restaurant voicemail greetings

Cover hours, reservations and holiday closures in a single greeting. Direct callers to your booking site for the fastest path.

Restaurant — main line

Thank you for calling [Restaurant Name]. Our hours are [open time] to [close time], [days]. To make a reservation, please visit [booking URL] or call back during opening hours. For private events, leave a message and our manager will return your call.

Restaurant — to-go focus

You've reached [Restaurant Name]. We're busy serving guests right now. To order takeout, please visit [order URL]. For reservations, call back at [reservations time window]. For all other questions, leave a message and we'll return your call within one business day.

Restaurant — holiday closure

Thank you for calling [Restaurant Name]. We're closed from [start date] to [end date] for the holidays. We'll reopen on [reopen date] — gift cards are available year-round at [gift card URL]. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season.

IVR and auto attendant greeting examples

Phone menu and routing prompts. For full IVR scripting, see our dedicated IVR examples page.

Auto attendant — opening

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. Please choose from the following options. For Sales, press 1. For Support, press 2. For Accounts, press 3. To repeat this menu, press 9. To speak with the operator, press 0.

Auto attendant — bilingual

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. For English, press 1. Para Español, oprima dos.

Auto attendant — after hours

Thank you for calling [Company Name]. Our offices are closed. To leave a voicemail for Sales, press 1. For Support, press 2. For all other inquiries, press 3. We'll return your call on the next business day.

Common voicemail greeting mistakes

How long should a voicemail greeting be?

15 to 25 seconds is the sweet spot. Long enough to identify your company, set expectations and give a next step. Short enough that callers don\'t hang up before the beep.

Voicemail boxes on most phone systems cap greetings between 30 and 60 seconds, but the listening curve drops sharply after 20.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a voicemail script and an example?

A script is a template with placeholders like [Company Name]. An example shows what a finished, customized greeting actually sounds like. The examples on this page are written as if a specific business is using them — easier to adapt to yours.

Can I copy these word-for-word?

Yes — but always change the company name, the callback timeline and any URLs to match your business. Generic-sounding voicemail messages erode trust.

How long should a business voicemail greeting be?

15 to 25 seconds is the sweet spot. Long enough to identify your company, set expectations and tell the caller what to do. Short enough that callers don't hang up before the beep.

Do I need different greetings for after-hours and holidays?

Yes. After-hours greetings should mention business hours; holiday greetings should mention closure dates and the reopen date. We have dedicated sections below.

How do I turn one of these scripts into an actual audio file?

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