If you’re an Android user and you want to keep your phone number private, there are different methods to do so. You can make your number private for a specific call or for all calls you make in the future. Here’s how it works:
How to Block Your Phone Number for Your Current Call
- Open the Phone app on your Android device.
- Type 67 followed by the phone number of the person you wish to call. For example, if the number is 555-555-5555, you’d type, “675555555555.”
- Tap Call to make the call.
How to Block Your Phone Number for Every Call
- On your Android phone, select the Phone app.
- Next, choose the three-dot icon at the top right.
- Select Settings.
- On the next page, tap Calling Accounts. It might say Calls on your phone.
- Choose your SIM card and then tap Additional Settings. It could say Supplementary settings on your phone.
- Select Caller ID.
- Finally, choose the Hide number on the pop-up menu.
If you don’t see these options on your Android-based phone, it’s because your carrier requires you to do it another way. For example, for Verizon customers, you need to use the My Verizon app. If you’re an AT&T customer, you must contact AT&T directly.
By following these steps, you can make your phone number private in no time at all. However, remember that some people might not answer calls from private numbers, so use this feature considerately. Also, hiding your number does not make you anonymous to law enforcement or your phone carrier. Always double-check that the ‘Hide number’ setting is enabled before making a private call. Be aware that some calls may still reveal your number, such as emergency services or toll-free numbers. If you only want to hide your number for specific calls, you can usually dial a prefix (like *67 in the United States) before the number to block caller ID for that call only.
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