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Can Zendesk Talk Admins Make or Receive Calls?

Find out if Zendesk Talk admins can make or receive calls and how to adjust roles accordingly.

Can a Talk admin make or receive calls in Zendesk?

By default, a Talk admin cannot make or receive calls. However, if you need to perform these actions, you can set yourself as a Team lead.

The Team lead role combines the administrative capabilities of a Talk admin with the ability to make and receive calls. This role is ideal for users who need to manage Talk settings and also interact with customers via calls. For more information, visit theoriginal link.


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