How sometimes you want one of the phone numbers in your contact list to be securely hidden, but if something happens it can be used. Sound familiar? And quite real. The Android operating system allows you to hide any contact. Depending on the phone model and shell version, the method of hiding the subscriber from prying eyes, as well as from spyware, differs.
Contact moving function
A function that allows you to hide a contact not literally. It simply moves it from the general list, thereby protecting it from those who have the habit of looking through other people's phone books.
The movement algorithm itself involves performing the following actions:
- Open "Contacts" and go to "Menu".
- Select "Manage contacts" and click on "Move".
- Decide on the number that needs to be moved.
- Select where the transfer will take place from the list provided.
The names of the sections may differ depending on the smartphone model, but the principle of movement is similar for almost all Android devices.
The user can transfer to a SIM card, account or cloud storage.
Hiding a number from mobile operators
Mobile operators provide services to disable caller ID, but they are not free at all. In this paragraph, we indicated ways to connect such options with the most popular mobile operators in the Russian Federation.
On Tele2
The USSD command to hide a number on Tele2 is *117*1#. To disable the option, dial *117*0#.
Caller ID activation is also possible in your personal account on the operator’s website or in the corresponding application.
On MTS
MTS allows you to connect both through the self-service service and using the USSD command *111*46#.
Instructions for connecting the option via the Internet:
- Log in to the MTS website.
- Open Internet Assistant.
- "Management.
To connect the option one-time, use , for which you need to dial the command *111*84#.
On Megafon
Dial the USSD command *105#, and select the service in the menu that opens. You can also use the command *221#.
There is an option to use the voice menu, available by calling 0500. If you are in roaming, you need to dial 88005500500.
You can also use Megafon’s Personal Account, in the “Services and Options” section.
Beeline
You can hide your number from Beeline using the command *110*071# or by calling 06740971.
Unfortunately, Beeline will not be able to completely hide the number when calling, since this operator provides a number that negates the work of Caller ID.
Skylink
With this operator, connecting to this service is the same as with others. You can connect the caller ID through your SkyPoint personal account by selecting from the list. You can also hide the number one time by adding *52* before the number.
Hide all contacts from apps
For suspicious people who want maximum protection from third-party interference with their phone, there is a more radical way of masking data. It involves hiding the entire phone book and applications.
The main disadvantage of this method is the need to restore all data before each use of the gadget.
Not all manufacturers can boast of this function, but the Samsung brand provides this opportunity.
To use it, all you need to do is:
- Open “Menu” and go to the “Display” section.
- Select "Home Screen" and "Hide Apps".
- From the proposed list, select “Contacts”, “Phone” and other applications that you decided to hide.
- Confirm your actions by clicking on “Apply”.
To restore access, you can follow similar instructions, simply removing applications from hidden utilities.
Hide number for iPhone
Like Android gadgets, iPhones have built-in caller ID. To connect them, go to “Settings”, go to the menu in the “Phone” column. Open the “Show number” item. Move the slider to the “Off” position. Now all that remains is to check how efficient the mode is. If it does not function, you should try rebooting the device. But if this does not give the desired result, then you only need to resort to the services of an operator and order the Anti-Identifier for a fee.
SIM card settings
An easy and fast way to hide any number. To do this, the contact must be moved to the SIM card. If your phone has multiple slots, move it to the SIM card you use most often.
If the device does not support this function, then you can delete and record the number again, after first changing the storage location.
After the transfer, open the “Menu” and go to the “Contacts to display” section. Prevent numbers stored on the SIM card from being displayed in the general list by simply unchecking the previously checked box.
Is it possible to find out a hidden number
Let's look at the main questions and their answers.
Vyacheslav
For several years he worked in mobile phone stores of two large operators. I understand tariffs well and see all the pitfalls. I love gadgets, especially Android ones.
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Question to the expert
How to find out who called from a hidden number?
This is quite easy to do. First you will need to order. Every operator offers this feature, the only thing that sets them apart is the cost. To order a service, you can call the operator or go to your personal account on the official website or through an application on your phone.
How long does this procedure take?
It all depends on the mobile operator. Basically, after filling in the required data (date and time when you were called), the results come within 10 minutes.
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Third party software
Third-party software can also help you hide numbers. Pl
ay Market offers a wide selection of programs that expand user capabilities. A striking example is the HiCont utility, which works on all versions of Android, starting with KitKat 4.4.
Instructions for use:
- Download the application and launch it.
- Select the unlock method: calculator, password or pattern.
- Enter your Gmail details.
- In the contact list window, select the one you want to hide.
- Click on the icon in the form of a crossed out eye and confirm your action in one click.
It is important to consider that deleting the application will not restore hidden numbers, but will lead to their permanent loss.
You can also use the free Text & File Hider Plus utility to hide individual callers. It allows you to hide not only numbers, but also messages, calls, and a number of other data.
KeepSafe can be an excellent choice for those who want to hide contacts, SMS, calls and even media files. But you should be prepared for the fact that all the features of the utility are available only in the paid version.
How to hide your phone number on Android using apps
There are a lot of applications for hiding a phone number when calling; you can choose the program that suits you best. In our opinion, you can install these applications.
Hide phone number app
In order for your number to remain unidentified, you need to launch the application and open the contact you want to call.
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Hide phone number
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Price: Free
Honor phone (built-in capabilities)
First, let's look at how to hide the number on Honor 10 Lite using the built-in settings. This option is available on older phones with Android version 4.4 and above. The algorithm of actions is as follows:
- Go to the Call Settings section.
- Go to call settings.
- Click Advanced.
- Click on Decide, and then select Hide.
Note that it is not possible to hide the number on Honor 9 Lite, 9x, 8a, 8x and other modern models. The manufacturer removed this option, possibly due to confidentiality conditions or the need to grant the right to provide the service to mobile operators. The latter began to offer AntiAON services, which in most cases costs money. By the way, the situation is similar with the answering machine. Below we will look at the activation principles for different mobile companies.
Instructions
Open the Phone application, then find the menu (three bars in the lower corner)
Select the desired operator if you have two SIM cards installed
Using an operator
An equally important question is how to hide the number on Honor’s phone by connecting to the service of a mobile operator. Let's look at the different options separately.
MTS
MTS offers customers to hide their number on Honor or another mobile device for a nominal fee. Data is guaranteed to be hidden on smartphones located in the region. As for other areas, the ban is not 100% guaranteed.
There are three ways to hide an outgoing number on Honor using the AntiAON service. There are three options available here:
- Using your personal account login.mts.ru.
- Dial *111*46# on your mobile device and click on the Call button.
- Use the help of a call center operator by calling 0890. Here, with the support of an employee, you can solve the task on Honor.
The connection cost is 18 or 35.5 rubles, depending on the current package. If you wish, you can bypass the restriction for a specific subscriber by dialing *31#+7xxxxxxxxxx.
Beeline
The question of how to disable a hidden number on Honor can also be solved using the capabilities of the Beeline company. To hide information, you can use one of the following methods:
- Go to the Beeline website and find Caller ID in Services.
- Click on the Connect button. Next, follow the instructions given by the system.
- Dial the combination *110*071# on the keyboard, and then press the Call button.
- Call the operator - 0674 09 071.
At the time of writing this review, you can hide data on Honor using Beeline for 3.83 rubles/day. If you use a postpaid system, the costs will be 114.9 rubles/month. Connecting the option is free.
Megaphone
Now let's look at how to make a hidden number on Honor using the AntiAON service from Megafon. There are three options available here:
- Go to the Megafon website and find AntiAON in services, and then click Connect. Dial *221# and the call key.
- Dial operator 0500 and tell them you want to hide your data.
To hide the numbers, you will have to pay 5 rubles / day. A one-time service will cost 7 rubles per call.
Tele 2
If you wish, you can make the number unknown on Honor using the Tele2 operator. The following options are available here:
- Follow the link tele2.ru/option/clir, click Connect, enter your phone number and follow the instructions.
- Dial the activation code *117*1# on your smartphone, and then click on the call button.
The cost of the service is 3.1 rubles per day.
