What is VoWiFi (Voice over Wi-Fi)?
VoWiFi allows you to make voice calls and send SMS using a Wi-Fi connection instead of the mobile network. Your phone routes the call or message through Wi-Fi when the cellular signal is weak or unavailable.
VoWiFi is an advanced communication feature that allows users to make voice calls and send SMS using a Wi-Fi connection, instead of relying solely on a mobile network. It ensures seamless connectivity and high-quality voice and SMS services — even in areas with poor or no cellular coverage.
Whether you're indoors, underground, or in remote high-rise buildings, VoWiFi keeps you connected, using any available Wi-Fi network.
When is VoWiFi Useful?
VoWiFi enhances your connectivity in situations where mobile signals struggle to reach:
Low or No Indoor Signal – such as basements, thick-walled buildings, or congested indoor areas
High-Rise Buildings – where mobile network coverage may be limited on upper floors
Temporary Network Disruptions – during large-scale events or emergencies when mobile networks are congested or temporarily restricted.
FAQs - VoWiFi (Voice over Wi-Fi)
- What is VoWiFi and how does it work?
- VoWiFi allows you to make voice calls and send SMS using a Wi-Fi connection instead of the mobile network. Your phone routes the call or message through Wi-Fi when the cellular signal is weak or unavailable.
- Do I need to install any app to use VoWiFi?
- No additional app is required. VoWiFi is built into most modern smartphones. You just need to enable it from your phone’s settings (under Wi-Fi Calling or VoWiFi).
- Does VoWiFi work when mobile signal is completely unavailable?
- Yes, as long as you are connected to a stable Wi-Fi network, VoWiFi allows you to make and receive calls and send SMS even when mobile signal is very weak or absent.
- Is there any extra charge for using VoWiFi?
- No, VoWiFi calls and SMS are charged just like regular calls and SMS according to your existing package or plan. There are no additional charges for using the Wi-Fi network.
- Will my number remain the same when using VoWiFi?
- Yes, your number stays the same. VoWiFi simply uses Wi-Fi as the medium, but your identity and number remain unchanged.
- How do I activate VoWiFi on my phone?
- Go to Settings → Mobile Network or Connections → Wi-Fi Calling → Turn it ON. Make sure your device and SIM are VoWiFi compatible.
- What if I move out of Wi-Fi range during a VoWiFi call?
- Your call may drop unless your phone supports seamless switching between Wi-Fi and mobile networks (VoLTE handover). Experience may vary depending on your device.
- Is VoWiFi secure?
- Yes, VoWiFi calls are encrypted and secure, just like regular mobile calls.
- Which devices support VoWiFi?
- Most modern smartphones support VoWiFi, including popular models from Samsung, Apple, Huawei, Xiaomi, and others. For a full list of compatible devices, please check [Zong’s VoWiFi support page].