Caller IDs have been an integral part of the calling experience long before smartphones even existed. As phones have evolved over the years, Caller ID is one aspect that remains unchanged. It is unlikely that it will be changed in the future either. If you’re looking to go the extra mile, you can download apps like TrueCaller and Mr Number to know the name of the person calling you. If you’re on the other side of things, using *67 hides your number over a cellular phone call. Here’s how.
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How does *67 work?
The process behind hiding your Caller ID is very simple. Once you dial a number preceded by *67, it alerts your network carrier to hide your phone number over the call. Your Caller ID Number (CNUM) is not transmitted to the network carrier of the call recipient. This does not mean that the network carrier does not know the number you’re calling from. While it does not have access to CNUM (which is used to display your number on the call recipient’s phone), it still gets your information through Automatic Number Identification (ANI). With access to ANI, the network provider can identify your billing number and the type of facility that the call is originating from.
If you’re unable to place a call using *67, it means the caller has blocked all anonymous calls on their phone number. You may have to resort to other methods to place an anonymous call. Your best option is to use a virtual calling number. Apps like Google Voice and Dingtone offer free local calls when you sign up for their services.
Use *67 to hide your number while calling someone (Android and iOS)
Launch the default ‘Phone’ app on your smartphone and switch to the ‘Keypad’ tab. This is where you can access the dialer. Dial *67 followed by the contact’s phone number to place a call with your phone number hidden. Even if the recipient has your number saved on their phone as a contact, your Caller ID won’t be displayed on their device. Instead of your phone number, the call recipient’s number will display ‘Anonymous’, ‘Private Number’, ‘Restricted’, or something along those lines.
Hide your number while calling someone (Android)
Step 1: Launch the Phone app on your Android smartphone.
Step 2: Hit the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen and select Settings.
Step 3: Scroll down and select Supplementary Services.
Step 4: Tap on Show your caller ID.
Step 5: Select Never.
Hide your phone number while calling someone (iOS)
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Phone.
Step 2: Tap on Show My Caller ID.
Step 3: Turn off the toggle switch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does *67 work in India?
The *67 dialer code to hide your Caller ID is exclusive to North America and does not work in India.
How do I hide my Caller ID on Android?
Go to Phone>Settings>Supplementary Services>Show your Caller ID and select Never to hide it.
How do I hide my Caller ID on iOS?
Go to Settings>Phone>Show My Caller ID and turn off the toggle switch to hide it.
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Conclusion
This is how you can hide your phone number by using *67 on Android and iOS devices. If you’re using this dialer code for a number that has blocked incoming calls from hidden numbers, your call will not go through. Dial *77 to turn on anonymous call rejection on your smartphone. If you know any other way to hide your Caller ID on Android or iOS, let us know in the comments!
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