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Voice API, SIP trunking, IVR, and telephony guides covering call routing, transcription, and how to build reliable cloud calling on Plivo.

IVR

7 IVR Script Examples to Help You Build Your Own

Bridge the gap in customer service with effective IVR scripts that streamline self-service, reduce wait times, and improve satisfaction. Explore seven examples.

10 min
Voice

What is SIM Swapping Fraud and How to Prevent It

Discover how to prevent SIM swapping fraud at your company with a robust fraud control API like Plivo’s

7 min
IVR

Call Center IVR Guide: Everything You Need to Know in 2024

Read about call center IVR systems to discover their key benefits, practical use cases, and the best features to help streamline your operations in 2024.

10 min
Voice

Top 7 Google Voice Alternatives in 2024

Discover the best Google Voice alternatives in 2024 that deliver advanced call management for your business.

7 min
Voice API

Why SMS / Voice Verification is Here to Stay

Prepare for Okta's SMS verification sunset on September 15 by integrating Plivo in minutes. As all Okta users need to bring their own provider (BYOP), Plivo offers cost-effective, pay-as-you-go pricing, 24/7 support, and no authentication fees. Enjoy reliable voice, WhatsApp, and SMS verifications with 99.99% uptime, plus free Fraud Shield. Discover Plivo and Okta integration in minutes.

3 min
Voice

What is VoIP?

Discover how VoIP technology transforms business communication with cost savings, global reach, advanced features, and scalability. Learn key benefits and setup essentials.

11 min
IVR

What is an IVR Payment? A Complete Guide for Businesses

Discover how IVR payments are transforming customer experiences across industries. Learn how they work, their key benefits, and how to choose the right IVR payment provider for your business in this comprehensive guide.

8 min
Voice API

Transform Customer Interactions with Plivo’s Real-Time Audio Streaming

Discover how Plivo's Audio Stream transforms customer interactions by streaming raw audio from active calls in real-time. Learn how to enhance customer satisfaction with AI-based tools.

3 min
Audio Stream

Elevate Contact Center Quality Assurance Using AI and Plivo’s Voice API

Discover how integrating Plivo’s Audio Stream with AI transcription and sentiment analysis improves call quality monitoring and enhances customer interactions.

2 min
IVR

Top 7 Cloud IVR Solutions in 2024: Ranked & Reviewed

Discover the top 7 cloud IVR solutions in 2024. Learn how businesses can improve customer service, reduce costs, and enhance call management with cloud-based IVR tools.

10 min
SIP Trunking

Resolve Call Connectivity Issues Faster with SIP Trunking Debug Logs

Discover how SIP Trunking Debug Logs from Plivo can enhance your call troubleshooting process. Learn to diagnose and resolve call connectivity issues efficiently.

2 min
Voice

Verified Caller IDs: Trusted, Secure Outbound Calling with Plivo

Take your business communication to the next level with Plivo’s Verified Caller IDs. Authenticate outbound calls and build trust effortlessly.

2 min
Voice API

Get Extra Value from Your IVR Menu with PreAnswer

Maximize the efficiency of your IVR menu with the powerful PreAnswer feature. Discover how PreAnswer can enhance customer experience, reduce wait times, and provide valuable information upfront.

3 min
SIP Trunking

Introducing SIP Trunking Number To Trunk Mapping via API

Plivo’s SIP Trunking now offers number to trunk mapping via API. Read to know more about SIP Trunking’s enhanced call routing efficiency, and flexibility for a seamless communication.

1 min
SIP Trunking

VoIP Calling: The Advantages Outweigh the Disadvantages

VOIP advantages and disadvantages: Discover the pros and cons of voice over ip to choose the best service for business communication.

3 min
Voice API

How to Write a Bank IVR Menu

Tips on how to write a banking IVR menu. Read more about IVR phone banking services and best practices at Plivo.

4 min
Voice API

Introducing Real-Time Audio Streaming

Explore the benefits and use cases of instant transcription during live calls, including improved customer service and collaboration with real-time audio streaming service by Plivo.

5 min
SIP Trunking

Announcing Two New SIP Trunking APIs

New SIP Trunking APIs: Introducing the launch of two new exciting SIP Trunking APIs, Trunk Properties API and Call Object API. Check out the documentation for our new APIs and consider how they could help your business.

3 min
SIP Trunking

A Tour of the Plivo Console: SIP Trunking

A menu-by-menu look at SIP Trunking information and management capabilities exposed via the Plivo console. It’s easy to get started, sign up today!

2 min
Voice API

A Tour of the Plivo Console: Voice

A menu-by-menu look at Voice API management capabilities exposed via the Plivo console. It’s easy to get started — sign up today.

3 min
Voice API

Why You Might Want an Outbound Dialer

Outbound Dialer - Read to know about the benefits of an Outbound Dialer. Automate and optimize your outbound calling processes with Outbound dialer services from Plivo.

5 min
Voice

Contending with Consent for Marketing Messaging and Calls

Before you send marketing text messages or voice calls, you must gain consent from recipients. Here’s an overview of regulations, guidelines, and best practices.

6 min
Transcription

Why You Should Transcribe Your Calls

Phone call transcription is the process of converting recorded phone conversations into written words. Learn how to transcribe calls with Plivo.

3 min
Voice API

13 Best Practices For Using Interactive Voice Response (IVR)

IVR Menu Best Practices: Tips on how to create IVR menus that satisfy callers’ needs. Learn about IVR and create IVR phone trees with Plivo. Sign up today!

4 min
Transcription

Getting the Most Out of Speech Transcription

Speech to text API: Accurately convert voice to text with Plivo’s voice API. Get the highest accuracy at the Lowest cost in the industry. Sign up today!

3 min
SIP Trunking

How IP Phones Use SIP Registration to Stay in Touch

Learn what SIP registration is, how the process works, and how IP phones use SIP to stay connected for VoIP calls over the internet.

2 min
Voice API

Plivo Call Transcription Price Reduced by 37%

Plivo has cut its call transcription price from $0.0150 to $0.0095 per minute, a 37% savings applied automatically for all existing and future customers.

3 min
SIP Trunking

Practical Benefits of SIP Trunking

SIP trunk benefits you didn’t know about. Get detailed information on advantages of SIP trunking at Plivo.

5 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using Go

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with Go, the Plivo Go SDK, and Plivo APIs.

1 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using Java

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with Java, the Plivo Java SDK, and Plivo APIs.

1 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using PHP

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with PHP, the Plivo PHP SDK, and Plivo APIs.

1 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using Python

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with Python, the Plivo Python SDK, and Plivo APIs.

2 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using .NET

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with .NET, the Plivo .NET SDK, and Plivo APIs.

1 min
Voice API

How to Handle SMS and Voice Communications Using Ruby

Send and receive SMS text messages and make and receive voice calls with Ruby, the Plivo Ruby SDK, and Plivo APIs.

1 min
Voice API

How to Build a Voice Survey Application the Low-Code Way Using PHLO

Automate voice surveys with Plivo and PHLO to collect customer feedback or run polls. Set up multiple question levels that branch on the keys pressed.

7 min
Voice API

How to Build a Voice Alerts Application the Low-Code Way Using PHLO

Build a voice alerts app with PHLO to flag critical issues for customers. Play recorded audio or text-to-speech and act on the dialpad key they press.

9 min

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