What Is Private Calling?
Private calling is a way of making and receiving phone calls in which the caller’s number does not appear on the recipient’s caller ID. It allows callers to remain anonymous, and for receivers to avoid unwanted or intrusive calls. In South Africa, private calling may be done by blocking one’s own telephone number from appearing when making a call using special codes or services offered by telecommunications providers.
Why Might Someone Want To Make A Private Call?
There are many reasons why someone might want to make a private call in South Africa. These include:
- Making an anonymous tip-off to authorities.
- Remaining anonymous when reporting abuse or other criminal activity.
- Preventing unwanted telemarketing calls.
- Staying safe online if you do not know who is contacting you.
How To Make A Private Call In South Africa
There are several ways that people can make private calls in South Africa:
1) Use Masked Numbers – Some mobile operators offer services that allow users to “mask” their numbers so they will not show up on the receiver’s caller ID. This service usually requires an additional fee, but it provides complete anonymity when making a call.
2) Block Your Number With Codes – Depending on your provider, you may be able to use special codes before dialling a number (e.g *67#). When used correctly, these codes will prevent your number from showing up on the receiver’s device even if they have Caller ID enabled..
3) Use Third-Party Apps – There are also third-party apps available such as Burner and Hushed that provide disposable virtual numbers for private communication purposes. These apps allow users to create temporary numbers with expiration dates that can then be used for messaging and/or voice communication without revealing their real identity or contact information . They also often come with extra features like auto-blocking of spam messages and international dialing capabilities at no extra cost .
