How to hide a phone number
Sometimes users need to hide their number information while making a call. To do this, you do not need separate programs and third-party services. All the necessary functionality is already provided by mobile operators. Today we will talk about how to hide a phone number.
We will look at a number of popular operators. If you do not find the option you need in the list, then visit the official website of the company and find a table with all the services. It will have a caller ID feature.
MTS
It is worth noting that different operators have several ways to connect the caller ID function. For example, subscribers of the popular Russian company MTS have the following opportunity:
- First you need to open the official website of the company.
- Then log in using your mobile number in your personal account. If you have never logged into the LC, then register an account. To confirm, wait for an SMS with a code on your phone.
- Now you need to go to the services section and click the button to connect a new option.
- Find the position "AntiAON" and "AntiAON on request" in the list, check the box next to them.
- Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.
- Check the list of connected options again and click on the "Add Services" button.
Subscribers also have alternative options for using the anti-determinant. To make a one-time call with a secret mobile number, you need to use the following combination:
In this combination, instead of X, enter the subscriber's number without the first eight. Then press the call button and wait for a response from the interlocutor.
If you want to activate this option on a permanent basis, but there is no opportunity to visit your personal account, then use the "Mobile Portal" function. This feature allows you to activate services and find out information using USSD commands. To connect, enter the following command and press the call button:
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Expert opinion
Daria Stupnikova
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Ask Daria You can disable "AntiAON" with a similar USSD request. Instead of the combination above, enter *111*47#.
Beeline
Another major Russian operator also has a similar function. Connection methods are identical to those described for MTS subscribers. You can also log in to your personal account and find the desired service in the appropriate section. You need to go to your profile using your mobile number using this link.
To activate using the USSD command, enter the combination *110*071# and press the call button. To deactivate, you need to replace the number 71 with 70. Upon successful connection / disconnection, you will receive an SMS notification on your phone.
Also, Beeline subscribers can call 067409071 to quickly connect AntiAON.
Megaphone
Megafon also keeps up with its main competitors. And the connection / disconnection methods are the same here. Firstly, a personal account, which is available via the link. Log in or register, then select "AntiAON" in the list of all services and activate it. The company provides free connection, but charges 5 rubles per day.
For a one-time use of a hidden number, exactly the same combination that is indicated in the paragraph about MTS works. To disable this service, use the USSD request *221#.
Also, all smartphone users should not forget about the functionality of official mobile applications. Through them, you can manage the tariff and services, and therefore hide your number.
Video instruction
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Conclusion
So, we figured out how to hide a mobile phone number when making a call to another subscriber. Remember that this service can be activated once, and a fee is charged for its use. If you are a subscriber of an operator that is not in the article, then use the Google search engine and enter the name of the company and service ("AntiAON"). On the official website of the operator you will find all the necessary information.
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