Calling anonymously means making a phone call without revealing your phone number to the recipient. Here are several common ways to do this:
How to Call Anonymously
1. Use a Prefix Code (Caller ID Blocking)
- In many countries, you can dial a special code before the phone number to block your caller ID for that call.
- For example, in the US and Canada, dial
*67
before the number.- Example:
*67 123-456-7890
- Example:
- The recipient will see "Private Number," "Blocked," or "Unknown Caller" instead of your number.
- Note: This works for landlines and mobile phones but might not work for toll-free numbers or emergency services.
2. Change Settings on Your Phone
- iPhone:
- Go to Settings > Phone > Show My Caller ID
- Toggle off Show My Caller ID to block your number on all outgoing calls.
- Android:
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the three dots (menu) > Settings > Calls > Additional settings (or similar).
- Tap Caller ID and select Hide number.
- This method blocks your number on all calls until you turn it back on.
3. Use a Burner Phone or Temporary Number App
- Use apps like Google Voice , Burner , Hushed , or TextNow to get a temporary phone number.
- You can make calls from these apps, keeping your real number private.
- Useful for short-term anonymous communication.
4. Use VoIP Services
- Services like Skype or other VoIP apps allow you to call without revealing your personal number.
- You can often set your caller ID to be hidden or display a different number.
Important Notes
- Emergency services (911, 112, etc.) usually can see your number even if you block it.
- Some people may not answer calls from blocked or unknown numbers.
- Use anonymous calling responsibly and legally.
If you want, I can guide you through any specific method in more detail!