# What is voice broadcasting (bulk voice call)?

> Voice broadcasting, also called a bulk voice call or voice blast, sends the same pre-recorded message to many phone numbers at once. The person who answers hears the recording, sometimes with a 'press 1' option, but cannot ask a question or have a conversation.

Source: https://agents.elevatebox.in/glossary/voice-broadcasting  
Updated: 2026-10-12

## How voice broadcasting works

You record a message, upload a list of numbers and pick a time. The system dials the list in parallel and plays the recording to whoever answers. Reports show who picked up, how long they listened and who pressed a key. It is quick to set up and cheap per call, which is why it is used for announcements and reminders.

## Common uses in India

- School and college announcements to parents
- Payment and renewal reminders to existing customers
- Event, offer and launch announcements
- Public service messages and election campaign calls

## Voice broadcasting vs AI calling

A broadcast talks at people; an AI caller talks with them. When the goal is to qualify a lead, answer questions or book a visit, a recording gets a hang-up where a conversation in the listener's own language gets an answer. Many businesses use a broadcast for a one-way announcement and an AI caller for the people who need a real reply.

> Promotional broadcasts in India must respect DND preferences, consent and calling hours. See [DND and NCPR in India](https://agents.elevatebox.in/glossary/dnd-ncpr) the [bulk calling campaign guide](https://agents.elevatebox.in/guides/bulk-calling-campaign-guide), and [bulk voice call vs AI calling](https://agents.elevatebox.in/guides/ai-calling-vs-voice-broadcasting).

## Frequently asked questions

### Is a bulk voice call the same as robocalling?

Broadly, yes. Both play a recorded message to many numbers. 'Robocall' is the more common term abroad; in India 'voice broadcasting' or 'bulk voice call' is more common.

### Can a voice broadcast be in Telugu or Hindi?

Yes. You record the message in any language. But it stays one fixed message; it cannot switch language or answer back if the listener replies.

### How is a bulk voice call charged?

Usually per call or per pulse of connected time. Compare the cost against what each call achieves, since a recording rarely books a next step on its own.