How to Make a Private Call?

Privacy is never an option, but a fundamental right! So can we make a private call?

It must have disappointed you to see your ID flash like a neon sign whenever you try to call a person anonymously. But yes, there exist many advanced ways to call without showing your number.

Ways? From dialing *67 to using impressive tools like Google Voice, you'll find a lot of secret ways to call someone privately on iPhone and Android. Jump in to find out!

What Does a Private Caller ID Do?

A private caller ID works just like an incognito mode, where the recipient can pick up the call but can't see the name, phone number, or any ID detail, except for the strange letters 'PRIVATE NUMBER CALLING.'

Wondering how to make a private call? Well, first you need to know the actual process:

• Do you want to be heard while being an anonymous person? Your phone will tell your carrier to help!
• Your carrier will send the help by hiding your phone number.
• Now it's just you and that 'PRIVATE' word on the screen.

But why do people use it at all? What's the point?

The point is simple. When someone wants to hide their ID for privacy reasons or to keep it confidential because of their profession, the caller ID block feature helps them stay completely anonymous. Well, sometimes people use it just to dodge annoying telemarketers too.

How to Private Your Caller ID for a Specific Call?

So, how to call someone privately without showing your ID? Is there a simple method to do so, without going into any tech stuff? Of course, there is:

Dialing *67

The most efficient yet easy method to make a private call is by dialing *67.

1. When making a call, add *67 before the number.
2. You'll be able to make the call without any trouble. But the recipient won't be able to see your phone number on the screen.

Never mind the carrier, this method works for landlines all across North America. Other than North America? No!

You'll have to try specific codes for other countries, for example, 31 for Canada and 141 for the United Kingdom. The reason is because of the different carriers in every other country.

How to Make a Private Call for All Outgoing Calls?

If you don't want to show your call ID details to anyone, blocking your call ID permanently is the solution. Here's how you can do that:

Call Privately on iPhone

Let's see how we can call someone privately on iPhone.

Step 1: Go to the Settings app.

Step 2: Go down the screen and you'll find the Phone icon. Click on it.

Step 3: You will see the 'Show My Caller ID' option. Tap on it.

Step 4: Turn it off and you're all set.

From now on, you can make a private call without showing your ID to anyone. If this feature doesn't work on your phone, it's better for you to contact your carrier and they'll guide you further. For quick troubleshooting, you might find Apple's Discussion Forums helpful.

Call Privately on Android Phone

Time to find out how to call someone privately on Android. It's simple:

Step 1: Get to the Settings app on your Android.

Step 2: Click on 'Apps & Permissions.'

Step 3: Tap on the 'System App Settings.'

Step 4: Select the 'Phone' app.

Step 5: Scroll a little and you'll find 'Show My Caller ID' at the bottom.

Step 6: Click on it, and then tap on the 'Show My Caller ID' feature.

Step 7: Click on 'Hide Number' and it's done.

Through Phone Carrier

So, here's the permanent solution to the yearned question of how to make a private call without showing ID:

1) Verizon App

Verizon allows you to enable the caller ID block feature for not just one call but for all outgoing calls. Here's the step-by-step method to do so:

Step 1: As a Verizon user, you must have the 'Verizon app' on your mobile phone. If not, you can log in to your account. All you need is to visit the Verizon Official Website and you'll find the login option there.

Step 2: After logging in, get to the Account Settings option and you'll find the 'Block Services' option there. Click on it.

Step 3: You see the 'Caller ID Blocking' option there. Click to enable it. Now, your phone number or any Phone ID details won't be shown to anyone.

2) T-Mobile

T-Mobile offers a reliable and easy way to hide the ID and make the call without showing the number. Just follow the steps and your number and ID will be hidden permanently for all outgoing calls:

Step 1: If you have the official T-Mobile app on your phone, open it. If not, go to the official website and log into your account.

Step 2: Click on the Profile Settings option and tap on the Caller ID feature.

Step 3: You'll see the 'Hide Number' option there. Click on it, and your number will not be shown on any outgoing calls again unless you reset the settings.

3) AT&T

Just like the above two permanent blocking ID services, AT&T provides the caller ID block feature. Here's how you can enable the blocking:

Step 1: You can utilize the official app or you can head towards the online portal to log in to your account.

Step 2: Click on the Account Settings option which will lead you towards the 'Caller ID Blocking' feature.

Step 3: You need to enable that feature, and after it's activated you will be able to call privately to anyone without showing your ID.

Important Note That Shouldn't Be Ignored!

Your ID won't be shown to any number except for toll-free and emergency numbers like 1-800 and 911, etc. This is to ensure protection and to make sure someone is not messing around while asking for emergency services when they don't actually need it.

Bonus: Fake Your Number When Making Calls with Third-Party Apps

Although the above-mentioned ways work perfectly to make a private call, if you're looking for a more advanced approach to smoothly fake your number with another number or hide it totally, you should consider credible and reputable third-party apps.

Here is a comparison table for a quick overview.

1. Google Voice

If you want to take complete control over your caller ID, there's no better way than using the Google Voice app to hide or change the number. You'll have the liberty to choose which number you want to show on the recipient's screen. This way, your actual ID will be totally hidden, making you fully anonymous.

Good for professionals who want to keep everything anonymous, Google Voice provides a virtual number that you can show everywhere. From calls to texts and voicemails, everything will be covered by one virtual number that's totally different from your actual number.

Benefits:

It's completely free of cost.

Whether you want to call someone privately on iPhone or Android, Google Voice has got your back.

Whether you called someone one week ago or a month ago, Google Voice will keep the records, so that you can check the calling history anytime.

You will have the complete choice to choose the number you want to show on the recipient's end.

Step 1: Install the Google Voice App on your device and sign up for your account.

Step 2: Just follow the onscreen prompts, and you'll be taken to the interface to select the virtual number you want to show on the recipient's screen.

Step 3: Your phone number verification will be needed, so keep following the onscreen prompts, add your actual phone number, and enter the code.

Step 4: Now, use the dialer icon in the Google Voice App, and call the person whom you want to show your different caller ID.

If it doesn't help, check this detailed guide.

2. Burner

For those of you who are not looking for a permanent blocked ID solution, but a temporary number with which you can make calls and send texts, Burner is the right app to fulfill your needs.

Whether you want to text someone or you want to make a private call, Burner provides you with a temporary number to show on the recipient's screen. Once you use it, you can try another one and delete this temporary number.

Benefits:

1. Burner will help you keep your ID totally private while switching it to another number.
2. If you're a professional person who doesn't want everyone to know your real ID, just to keep secrecy and security, Burner will help you make business calls with complete anonymity.

Features:

Burner offers multiple features including the most basic ones:

Call Forwarding

Voicemail

Temporary Customizable Phone Numbers and IDs

3. Hushed

If you don't want anyone to have access to your real personal numbers but still want to make calls and be in contact with people, Hushed can help you with disposable numbers which you can use anytime you want to make a call without showing your number.

How it works:

The process is pretty simple. You just pick a number and use it to make a private call while ensuring your real caller ID is blocked. You can also send texts with that chosen number.

Benefits:

Hushed is preferred over many other tools to fake your caller ID, because of the immense benefits it provides. From multiple country codes to a huge variety of different phone number types, Hushed makes sure you call without showing your number anywhere in the world.

4. 2ndLine

As the name tells, 2ndLine provides you the perk of having a second number with which you can make business or personal calls without showing your first real phone number.

How it works:

You don't want unwanted attention? But 2ndLine wants it. You can avoid your first number from getting any attention, and use the second number by 2ndLine to appear on the recipient's screen and earn all the attention. Whether it's phone calls or messages, the second number has got you covered.

Benefits:

Want to call someone privately on iPhone or Android, 2ndLine works the same on all devices. So, everything, from voicemail to messages and call forwarding, 2ndLine promises to cover it all.

Conclusion

Keeping privacy while making a call isn't just about protection, but a smart decision that is empowering, indeed!

So, how to make a private call without showing your ID? It's simple. Use the blocker code depending on your area and contact anyone while keeping your privacy in check. If not, you can follow the methods as per your device and do some settings to turn on the call privacy features.

If you want to go the upper hand, get your hands on reputable third-party apps. Download any of the above-mentioned apps that suit your needs better. But as for the toll-free and emergency numbers, you won't find any block ID feature or way helpful.

FAQs about Calling Private

What does it mean when I get a call from a private number?

Elsa

A call from a private number can be for various reasons. It can be for security or just to keep the anonymity. But the most meaningful reason is that someone wants to hide their actual number to be displayed on your mobile screen.

How can I deactivate caller ID blocking for a specific number?

Elsa

If you have chosen a permanent way to block your caller ID on all outgoing calls, and now you want to show your real ID to a call, the most optimum way is to dial *82 before your recipient’s phone number.

Should I answer private incoming calls?

Elsa

On the safer side, making private incoming calls go to the voicemail is a better option than attending them. As they can be dangerous or spammy, you must have to act carefully while attending private incoming calls.