Setting up dialnote on your Android phone takes just a few minutes. The app runs on Android 10 and later, and you'll need to grant a few permissions to make and receive calls.
Download and Install#
- Open the Google Play Store on your Android device
- Search for "dialnote" or visit the direct Play Store link
- Tap Install to download the app
- Once installed, tap the dialnote icon to launch
Tablet support
dialnote works on Android tablets too. The interface adapts to larger screens, giving you more space for managing conversations and contacts.
Sign In to Your Account#
When you first open dialnote, you'll see the sign-in screen with several options:
- Continue with Google - Sign in with your Google account
- Continue with Microsoft - Sign in with your Microsoft/Office 365 account
- Email and password - Enter your dialnote credentials directly
If you don't have an account yet, sign up at dialnote.com first. Your account and all settings sync automatically between web and mobile.
Apple Sign-In
Apple Sign-In is only available on iOS devices. On Android, use Google, Microsoft, or email/password authentication instead.
Grant Permissions#
dialnote needs a few permissions to work properly on Android. You'll be prompted for these when you first use related features:
Microphone Access#
Required for making and receiving calls. When prompted, tap Allow to grant access. Without microphone permission, you won't be able to connect to calls.
Notification Permission#
Required for incoming call alerts, new message notifications, and voicemail alerts. Tap Allow when prompted so you don't miss important calls while the app is in the background.
Bluetooth (Optional)#
If you want to use Bluetooth headsets or your car's hands-free system, grant Bluetooth permissions when prompted. dialnote requests standard Bluetooth and Bluetooth Connect permissions to detect and route audio to paired devices.
Denied permissions?
If you accidentally tap "Deny," you can fix this later. Go to Settings → Apps → dialnote → Permissions and toggle on the permissions you need.
Verify Your Setup#
Once you've signed in and granted permissions, you're ready to go. Here's a quick checklist:
- Check your phone numbers - Your assigned numbers appear in the side menu under "Inboxes"
- Test your audio - Make a quick test call to confirm your microphone works
- Set your availability - Adjust your status to control when you receive calls
The dialer is always accessible from the bottom navigation bar. Tap any contact or enter a number directly to place your first call.
Battery Optimization#
Android's battery management can sometimes block background apps from receiving calls or messages. To make sure dialnote works reliably:
- Go to Settings → Apps → dialnote → Battery
- Select Unrestricted (or "Don't optimize" on older Android versions)
- If your phone has a manufacturer-specific battery saver (Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, etc.), add dialnote to the exceptions list
Missed calls?
If you're missing incoming calls when the app is in the background, battery optimization is almost always the cause. Check the steps above first.
Background Calling#
dialnote uses VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) to handle calls. On Android, this means:
- Incoming calls show as high-priority notifications, even when the app is closed
- Calls continue working when you switch to other apps
- Audio can route to Bluetooth headsets or your car's hands-free system
- Notifications bypass Do Not Disturb mode so you don't miss urgent calls
To change audio output during a call, tap the speaker button and select your preferred device from the list.
Do Not Disturb
dialnote's call notifications are set to maximum importance, so they'll break through Android's Do Not Disturb mode by default. If you'd rather silence calls during off-hours, set your availability status to "Do Not Disturb" inside the app — that stops calls from ringing on any device.