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Call Block

Block or divert unwanted callers in the CloudPLAY Talk user portal.

Call Block lets you reject, busy-out, or send matching callers to voicemail. Open Applications → Call Block.

Create a rule

  1. Click Create.
  2. Fill in the rule fields below.
  3. Turn Enabled on and Save.
  4. Test with a known number when safe to do so.

Rule parameters

FieldOptions / meaning
DirectionInbound or Outbound
ScopeAll extensions, or a specific extension
Caller ID NameMatch on name (optional)
Country CodeMatch country code (optional)
Caller ID NumberMatch on number (optional)
ActionReject, Busy, or Voicemail (if permitted)
VoicemailMailbox to use when Action is Voicemail
EnabledRule active
DescriptionWhy this rule exists

Match using name, number, or both — at least one useful match field should be set.

Manage rules

ActionWhat it does
SearchFind existing rules
EditChange match or action
Toggle EnabledTurn rules on/off (including bulk)
DeleteRemove rules (confirm dialog)

From Call history you may also see Block Caller / Block Destination shortcuts that prefill a rule.

Tips

  • Prefer Voicemail over hard reject when you still want a message trail.
  • Scope to your extension unless you are authorised to block for everyone.
  • Document the reason in Description so colleagues understand the rule later.

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