Do you want to hide your caller ID when you place a call using your Android phone? This guide provides multiple methods for concealing your identity during calls, ensuring your privacy.

Before you start: Ensure you have access to your Phone app and check your mobile carrier’s policies regarding caller ID.

Easy ways to hide caller ID on an Android phone

Follow these steps below to hide your caller ID on your Android phone for either a single call or all calls.

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Hiding for a single call

  • Open the phone app’s keypad and dial *67 (US & Canada) or 141 (UK), followed by the phone number you wish to call.
  • Enter the complete phone number after the dial code. For example, *67 212 555 1212.
  • Note: Emergency services and toll-free numbers cannot have caller ID blocked.

Hiding for all calls on a Samsung phone

  • Open the Phone app and tap the three-dot menu icon ⋮.
  • Tap Settings.
  • Tap Supplementary services.
  • Tap Show your caller ID.
  • Tap Never to hide your caller ID on all outgoing calls.

Hiding for all calls on other Android models

  • Open the Phone app and tap the menu icon ⋮.
  • Tap Settings.
  • Tap Calling Accounts.
  • Select your SIM card.
  • Tap Additional settings.
  • Tap Caller ID.
  • Select Hide number to conceal your caller ID for all outgoing calls.

Using Google Voice to hide your number

  • Install and open the Google Voice app.
  • Set up your Google Voice account and choose a phone number.
  • Tap the menu icon ☰ and tap Settings.
  • Slide the toggle switch next to Anonymous Caller ID to hide your caller ID when using Google Voice.

Using a burner app for temporary numbers

  • Install the app Burner from the Google Play Store.
  • Open the Burner app and tap the gear icon to access settings.
  • Tap Burner Numbers and then + Create Number to pick a new burner number.
  • Select a burner type that allows you to make calls, and choose your new number.
  • Make a call with your new burner number using the app; the recipient will see this number, not your real number.

Pro tip: Using services like Google Voice or Burner can provide an extra layer of privacy, especially if you need to make multiple anonymous calls.

For those seeking privacy while making calls, hiding your caller ID can be crucial. The methods outlined above allow you to choose when and how to share your contact information. Whether you opt for a temporary solution with a burner app or a consistent approach using Google Voice, these strategies ensure your anonymity. Remember that while hiding your caller ID is useful, some scenarios like calling emergency services will not permit this feature.