Modern technology has revolutionized the way we communicate with each other. One of the most interesting features of our smartphones is the ability to hide our actual phone numbers and display a different number while making a call. There can be various reasons for doing so, perhaps you want to keep your personal number private, or maybe you want to prank your friends. In this blog, we will show you how to call someone and display a different number on your iPhone.
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What’s Needed
Before we start, there are a few things you need to set up on your iPhone to make this possible.
1. First, make sure your iPhone is running on iOS 13 or later.
2. You need to have a secondary phone number for this feature, which can be obtained through any virtual number provider or a second SIM card.
3. Your iPhone should be connected to a strong network connection.
What requires your focus?
This method will require your focus on the following steps:
1. Enabling the Caller ID option in your iPhone settings.
2. Adding a secondary phone number to your iPhone.
3. Selecting the secondary phone number as your Caller ID.
Method 1: Using Secondary Virtual Number
1. Download and install ‘Sideline’ or ‘Burner’ app from the App Store.
2. Open the app and follow the instructions to create a virtual secondary phone number.
3. Once you have the virtual number, go to your iPhone Settings.
4. Tap on the ‘Phone’ option and then ‘Show My Caller ID’.
5. Turn off the ‘Show My Caller ID’ button.
6. Open the Sideline or Burner app.
7. Find the keypad icon in the app and type in the phone number you want to call.
8. The recipient will see the secondary phone number displayed instead of your actual phone number.
Pros:
– It’s an easy and quick way to call someone with a different number.
– You can obtain a new virtual number instantly.
Cons:
– Virtual numbers are often not recognized by some companies or institutions.
Method 2: Directly from iPhone
1. Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the keypad icon and type in the phone number you want to call.
3. Add a ‘*’ symbol before the number you’re calling.
4. After the ‘*’ symbol, type in the secondary phone number that you want to display as your number.
5. Tap on the call button, and the recipient will see the secondary number displayed as your caller ID.
Pros:
– You don’t need a third-party application for this method.
– The feature is built-in in iPhones.
Cons:
– This method can not work for all carriers.
Method 3: Using TTNC
1. Go to the TTNC website and sign up with a new account.
2. Pick a number that you would like to use and purchase it.
3. Once the purchase is complete, follow the instructions to set up the new number.
4. Go to your iPhone settings and tap on the Phone option.
5. Tap on the ‘Show My Caller ID’ and make sure it is turned on.
6. In the TTNC settings, scroll down to ‘Outgoing Caller ID’ and select ‘Customise’.
7. Enter your new TTNC phone number in the ‘Caller ID’ field.
8. Finally, make a call to test if the new TTNC number is showing as your Caller ID.
Pros:
– The TTNC service allows you to keep your primary phone number private.
– You can choose from a variety of numbers to use.
Cons:
– There may be a monthly charge associated with using this service.
– Some numbers are not available in certain regions.
Why Can’t I Display a Different Number?
1. The recipient’s carrier might not support this feature.
2. Your iPhone software version is not updated.
3. You haven’t enabled the Caller ID in your settings.
Fix:
1. Call your carrier to check if their service allows the display of a different caller ID.
2. Go to your iPhone ‘Settings’ and tap on ‘General’. Select ‘Software update’ and download the newest version of iOS.
3. Go to the iPhone ‘Settings,’ then ‘Phone’ then ‘Show My Caller ID’ and toggle on.
Implications and Suggestions
It’s important to note that using a different phone number to call someone can be misused in different ways. Misusing this feature by prank calling someone or using it for any malicious purpose can result in legal action and penalties.
If you are using a virtual phone number, make sure you obtain it from a reputed provider. Also, make sure you keep your Caller ID settings updated and enable it before making any calls.
FAQs
Q: Is it legal to call someone with a different number?
A: It is legal to call someone with a different number. However, misuse of this feature can lead to various legal implications and penalties.
Q: Can I use this feature for prank calls?
A: No, using this feature for prank calls or any malicious activity can result in legal action.
Q: Do I need to have a secondary phone number to use this feature?
A: Yes, you need to have a secondary phone number to use this feature.
Q: Is it necessary to have an iPhone to use this feature?
A: No, this feature is available on most smartphones.
Q: Can I hide my number for incoming calls?
A: Yes, you can hide your number for incoming calls as well. Go to ‘Settings,’ then ‘Phone’ and turn on the ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ option.
Conclusion
We hope this article helped you to learn how to call someone and display a different number on your iPhone. By using these methods, you can keep your primary number private while making calls from a secondary number. However, it’s essential to use this feature responsibly and avoid misusing it for any illegal activity.
