It’s quite embarrassing that you’re calling someone and they can’t seem to identify you because your contact information is not displaying and your phone is on privacy or your caller ID has been turned off or disabled.
Sometimes, it might be a mistake from your end or other times you enabled this settings and forgot to remove it. If you’re finding it hard to remove private numbers or send/enable caller ID on your line, this article has got you covered.
In this guide, I will walk you through the steps on how to remove private numbers on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile networks.Â
Let’s begin!
How to Remove Private Numbers on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile
If you’re finding it hard to enable callers ID on your phone or remove private numbers from your MTN, Airtel, GLO or 9mobile lines, follow the steps below to do just that:
- Open the Phone or Call app on your phone
- Go to Settings
- Select Calls or Call Settings
- Select Additional Settings
- Select Caller ID
- Change the setting to display your number on outgoing calls
Alternatively, dial *#31#TheNumber#` to show your caller ID for that specific call or dial *#31# to set your caller ID as default for all outgoing calls. This will ensure that your number is displayed whenever you make a call.
How to Remove Private Numbers on Samsung
To remove your line from private number on a Samsung phone, you can turn on your caller ID following the steps below:
- Open the Phone app and tap on the three dotted lines at the top right corner
- Next, choose Settings
- Then select Supplementary services
- Tap Show your caller ID
- Choose between Network default, Never, or AlwaysÂ
You can also unhide or display your caller ID by dialing *#31# from your Samsung device.
How to Remove Private Number on Android Devices
To remove private number on your android device and display your caller ID, follow the steps below:
- Open the Phone or Call app on your phone
- Go to Settings
- Select Calls or Call Settings
- Select Additional Settings
- Select Caller ID
- Change the setting to display your number on outgoing calls
How to Remove Private Number on Small Phones
If you’re using a small torch light or button phone, simply dial *#31#, and this will remove the private number setting for all subsequent calls.
How to Remove Private Number on an iPhone
To send or display your caller ID on your iPhone, follow the instructions below:
- Open Settings
- Tap Phone
- Tap Show My Caller ID
- Swipe to turn ON Caller ID
Key Takeaways:
- To remove private numbers across networks, dial *#31# irrespective of the phone or network that you’re using to remove private number and your caller ID will be sent for subsequent calls
- To send your Caller ID for individual calls without showing your number to everybody else, use *#31*TheNumber# and send.
- To hide your Caller ID, simply dial ##31# from your across all networks to make your number private.
Final Words
In this guide, you’ve learned how to remove private numbers across various networks—MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9mobile—as well as how to manage settings on different devices like Samsung and iPhone. By following these steps, you can ensure that your phone number is visible when making calls while maintaining control over your privacy preferences.
By implementing these changes and using thjis available feature effectively, you can enhance your calling experience while protecting your privacy when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How Do I Know if Someone Is Calling Me With a Private Number?
If someone is calling you with a private number, the caller ID will display “Private Number,” “Unknown Caller,” or won’t show anything at all.
Can I Still Receive Calls if I Hide My Number?
Yes, hiding your number does not prevent you from receiving calls; however, if you block incoming calls altogether, you won’t be able to receive any calls.
Will My Caller ID Still Show Up if I Block Private Numbers?
If you enable caller ID or remove private numbers from your settings, your number will be displayed for all outgoing calls.
Is It Illegal to Call Someone With a Private Number?
Generally, it is not illegal to call someone with a private number unless it is used for harassment or illegal activities.
How Can I Protect Myself From Spam Calls?
Consider using third-party apps like Truecaller to block spam calls or enable built-in spam protection features in your phone settings.
How Do I Make My Phone Number Visible?
Dialing *#31# will make your number visible for all outgoing calls.
