What Does No Caller ID Mean?
A blog post by Cyber Search.
Understanding No Caller ID Calls
Have you ever received a phone call where the display simply reads 'No Caller ID'? This can be puzzling and sometimes unsettling. Such calls occur when the caller deliberately hides their phone number from being displayed on the recipient's caller ID feature. This is often achieved through the use of features like *67 in the United States, which allows the caller to block their number as a one-time action, or by setting their phone to permanently suppress their number on outbound calls.
Why Would Someone Use No Caller ID?
The reasons behind using a 'No Caller ID' feature can vary greatly. Some legitimate reasons include safeguarding one's privacy, preventing the recipient from calling back to a private line, or official calls from institutions that prefer to keep their numbers confidential. However, it can also be used by telemarketers to avoid being blocked or by individuals with less honest intentions, such as harassment or other nuisance calls. This anonymity can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on the intent of the caller.
What Can You Do About No Caller ID Calls?
If you're receiving unwanted 'No Caller ID' calls, there are a few steps you can take. You can instruct your phone to reject anonymous calls automatically, though this may also block legitimate private callers. Another option is to utilize services like Cyber Search to perform a phone number search when the number is available. By entering the number into Cyber Search's phone lookup feature, you may be able to identify the unknown caller if they have previously made their number available publicly. Aside from that, it's also worth being cautious with information shared over calls with no caller ID and reporting persistent nuisance calls to the appropriate authorities.