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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- Business voicemail greetings
- Short voicemail greetings
- Professional voicemail greetings
- After-hours voicemail greetings
- Holiday voicemail greetings
- Out-of-office voicemail greetings
- Medical office voicemail greetings
- Dental office voicemail greetings
- Law firm voicemail greetings
- Real estate voicemail greetings
- Contractor and trades voicemail greetings
- Salon and spa voicemail greetings
- Restaurant voicemail greetings
- IVR and auto attendant greeting examples
- Common voicemail greeting mistakes
- How long should a voicemail greeting be?
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hi, you've reached [Name] at [Company]. Leave a message with your name and number, and I'll call you back today.
You've reached [Name]. Please leave a message after the tone.
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.
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.
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.
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].
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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].
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thank you for calling [Company Name]. For English, press 1. Para Español, oprima dos.
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
- No company name in the first 3 seconds. Callers think they reached the wrong number and hang up.
- No callback expectation. "We\'ll call you back" without a timeframe leaves callers anxious — and creates support tickets.
- No alternative channel. Always offer email, chat or a help URL for callers who don\'t want to leave a message.
- Greeting longer than 30 seconds. Callers stop listening at 20.
- Stale holiday or vacation greeting. A "We\'re out for the holidays" message in February damages trust faster than no greeting at all.
- Inviting confidential details. Especially in legal, medical and financial — don\'t let callers leave PHI / privileged info on voicemail.
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.
- 0–3 s: Company name + caller affirmation ("you\'ve reached…")
- 3–10 s: Why you\'re missing the call and what to do next
- 10–18 s: Callback timeline + alternative channels
- 18–25 s: Optional sign-off / brand line
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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