How to Use *67 to Hide Your Phone Number
Learn how to use *67 to keep your phone number private on calls.
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To use *67 to hide your phone number when making a call, dial *67 followed by the phone number you wish to call. For example, 67 123-456-7890. Your call will show as 'Blocked' or 'Private' on the recipient's caller ID. This feature is generally used to protect your privacy temporarily. Note that 67 needs to be dialed each time you want to hide your number, as it only works for individual calls. Keep in mind that it may not work for emergency services or certain toll-free numbers.
FAQs & Answers
- What does *67 do when making a call? Dialing *67 before a phone number hides your caller ID, showing 'Blocked' or 'Private' on the recipient's caller ID.
- Do I need to use *67 every time I call? Yes, you need to dial *67 before each call to hide your number, as the feature does not work for subsequent calls automatically.
- Are there any numbers that *67 does not work with? Yes, *67 may not work for calls to emergency services or certain toll-free numbers.
- Is there a charge for using *67? Using *67 is generally free, but standard calling rates apply for the phone call itself.