How to Make a Private Phone Call

Want to make a phone call without revealing your phone number? Whether you’re using an iPhone, Android, or a landline, there are simple ways to keep your phone number hidden.

How to Make a Private Phone Call

This guide will walk you through making private phone calls from your mobile phone or landline.

Method 1: Using a Blocking Code Before Dialing

1. Open your Phone app:
   • To hide your phone number from someone when calling, you can enter a specific code before dialing their number.
   • If using a landline, simply pick up the phone and prepare to dial.
2. Type the blocking code:
   • For most North American providers, type *67. Here are some other common blocking codes:
     • *67 – United States (except AT&T), Canada (landline), New Zealand (Vodafone phones)
     • #31# – United States (AT&T phones), Australia (mobile), and other international carriers
     • *31# – Argentina (landline), Germany, Switzerland (landline)
     • 1831 – Australia (landline)
     • 3651 – France (landline)
     • *31* – Various countries including Greece (landline), Iceland, Netherlands, and South Africa
     • 141 – United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland
3. Dial the phone number:
   • Enter the 10-digit phone number you wish to call.
4. Make your call:
   • Your call recipient will not see your phone number, except when calling emergency services or 800 numbers.

Method 2: Figuring Out Your Blocking Code

1. Open a search engine:
   • If a standard blocking code doesn’t work, your country and carrier may have a specific code.
2. Search for the block code:
   • Type in “block code” followed by your phone model, country, and carrier information. For example, “Verizon iPhone caller ID block code.”
3. Visit your carrier’s website:
   • Common carriers include Verizon Wireless, Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, and Vodafone.
4. Call your carrier:
   • If you can’t find the information online, call your carrier. They may be able to activate permanent caller ID blocking for a fee.

Method 3: Using Your Phone’s Settings (iOS)

1. Open your iPhone’s Settings:
   • This is the grey gear icon on the Home Screen.
   • Note: Verizon iPhones do not support this feature.
2. Scroll down and tap Phone:
   • It’s in the same section as Messages and FaceTime.
3. Tap Show My Caller ID:
   • If your carrier supports this feature, toggle it off to hide your phone number.

Method 4: Using Your Phone’s Settings (Android)

1. Open your Android’s Phone app:
   • This is the blue phone icon on the Home Screen or in the App Drawer.
2. Tap the menu icon (⋮):
   • Located in the top right corner of your screen.
3. Tap Settings:
   • Found at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
4. Tap Calls, then Additional Settings.
5. Tap Caller ID:
   • This will load the Caller ID settings.
6. Select Hide Number:
   • Your phone number will no longer display for the people you call.

Q&A for How to Call Private

*Does 67 work on an iPhone?

• Yes, you can use *67 on an iPhone. Dial *67 before the phone number.

Can private calls be traced?

• In most cases, yes. In the U.S., dial *57 after receiving a private call to trace the number. Contact local law enforcement for threatening or harassing calls.

Can I call back a private number?

• On a landline, dial *69. On a cell phone, use #69. This only works with some providers and must be done before another call is received.

*Will a call using 67 show up on my phone bill?

• Yes, it will appear on your phone bill.

How do I make my number private on a Samsung phone?

• Go to phone settings, search for Caller ID, and select “hide.”

How do I call someone who has blocked my number?

• Hide your caller ID so your identity is not shown to the recipient.