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title: "HD Calling"
slug: "hd-calling"
description: "Find out how Dialpad's HD Calling ensures clear and secure using the power of the internet. "
updated: 2024-02-22T22:38:35Z
published: 2024-02-22T22:38:35Z
---

> ## Documentation Index
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# HD Calling

With HD calling or VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), inbound and outbound calls happen over the internet instead of through your carrier.

Let's go over the details.

## Why use HD calling?

There's many reasons why HD calling can benefit your communication needs, like:

- Lower cost/save on cell minutes
- WiFi calling when cell reception is spotty
- Free international calling to other Dialpad users
- Full access to call controls (hold, transfer, record, etc.)

## What are my options?

You'll have the option to turn HD calling on/off for inbound and outbound calls. We even give you the option to be prompted before placing outbound calls.

You'll see the **HD Call** button when you're calling via an HD connection.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/0f28ad44-2863-4372-a27e-c6728808d742/Images/Documentation/hd-calling-dialpad-mobile-app.jpeg)

[Learn more about mobile calling here.](https://help.dialpad.com/docs/calls-messages-faxes-mobile-calling-overview)

**Additional Resources**

[Answer HD Calls on iOS](/v1/docs/use-the-ios-app)

[Answer HD Calls on Android](/v1/docs/use-the-android-app)

## Related

- [Forwarding Number FAQs](/forwarding-number-faqs.md)
- [Manage Your Dialpad Devices](/manage-your-dialpad-devices.md)