Follow a practical seven-step setup guide to buy a number, assign it, configure voice, and test your first app.
We aren't just participating in the Voice AI revolution; we are operating at the absolute possibility frontier. We move fast because the 'Latency Tax' is real. While the industry struggles with bloated WebRTC layers and third-party API hops, we went back to the metal. We've eliminated the 'Abstraction Trap.' By moving to a SIP-native core with co-located compute, we've solved the network physics of voice.
David Casem, CEO @ Telnyx
Contact our team to learn how you can use Telnyx Voice API for your communication needs.
The idea of getting started with a calling solution or integrating voice into your applications can be daunting. But with the Telnyx —awarded “Most Implementable CPaaS Platform” by —getting started with voice is easy.
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To show you just how easy it is, our VP of Business Development, Mclain Roth, will walk you through the process of:
Watch the video or continue reading to learn how to get started with Telnyx Voice in the Mission Control Portal.
Here’s your quick and easy guide to set up and start using Telnyx Voice API. In just seven steps, you can create your first voice app.
Navigate to the Telnyx Mission Control Portal, your gateway to managing all your Telnyx services. Log in or to get started.
Before you can use Telnyx’s voice offerings, you have to buy a number. Telnyx offers local calling in 49 countries and PSTN replacement in more than 45, with more coming soon.
To buy a number:
Once you have your number, you can assign it to a service. To do this, you could set up a SIP trunk or connection. However, for a more streamlined approach, Telnyx offers a programmable voice option through creating a "bin."
TeXML bin hosts an XML file for you, eliminating the need for your own server infrastructure.
In the demo video, Mclain follows our Developer Docs tutorial on getting started with TeXML Bin. Using TeXML Bin, you can use pre-written code from Telnyx's Dev Docs guide or your own code with a pre-recorded message.
This bin will serve as the backend for your voicemail system.
Now you’re ready to create a TexML application within Telnyx. This application will instruct Telnyx to refer to your Bin instructions when a call comes in. You'll need to copy the bin's URL into the application settings and ensure the application is configured for outbound calls.
Creating an outbound voice profile is crucial for controlling where calls can be directed. You can select specific countries or regions you wish to call. Assigning the TexML app to this profile ensures that outbound calls adhere to your predefined settings.
After saving your settings, your number is ready to use. Testing the system is as simple as making a call to the number you set up. The call will be routed through your TexML application, playing the pre-recorded voicemail message. If you've enabled recording, you can review the message in the call recordings section of the portal.
Getting started with Telnyx Voice is just a few clicks away. As you’ve seen, Telnyx Mission Control Portal offers a seamless way to set up a voicemail system without the need for complex voice coding or SIP trunk setup.
By following Mclain's demo, you can quickly establish a voicemail system, ensuring you never miss important calls. Whether for business or personal use, this solution is designed to meet your telecommunication needs with ease and flexibility.
