Whether you’re ringing gran for a birthday or trying to work out how to set up your PC, sometimes only a call will do.
And you may want to record these conversations for future reference too. Maybe it’s just a family story you want a record of. Or perhaps you’re doing something for work and you want the details that you can reference later, recording that call can be really useful. Just make sure you let the other person know you’re going to record them and ask their permission.
But how do you record someone on a mobile phone? And is recording a call on an iPhone different to an Android phone? In this guide, we will walk you through how to record a phone call on various devices and discuss the best apps for call recording too.
How to record a phone call on an iPhone
Recording a phone call on an iPhone is really easy and there’s a few options open to you. Perhaps the simplest is the built-in Voice Memos app. During your call, just open the Voice Memos app, tap the red record button, and it will capture the conversation.
Another way to do it is bring up Control Centre and hold the Record button. Tap on the microphone and select Start Recording. Then you make your call as usual.
How to record a phone call on an Android phone
For Android users, there are several apps available for call recording. One popular option is to use the Google Dialer app. During a call, tap the three-dot menu, select "Record call," and it will save the conversation to Google Drive.
If you want to always record certain numbers, go into the Phone app and select Call Recording. Then you’ll have the option to always record certain numbers which you can select.
How to record a phone call on a Samsung
Samsung users can follow the same method as Android for call recording, since Samsung phones are on Android. The Google Dialer app should be available on most Samsung devices.
How to record a phone call for free?
Most phones shouldn’t charge you for call recording. But you can also look for free call recording apps on your device's app store. The only downside to free third-party apps can be the potential limitations and ads that might come with them.
Choosing the right app for call recording
When picking a call recording app, think about like ease of use, recording quality, and handy extra features. Here are some of the best around…
The best call recording apps for iPhones
Some of the top call recording apps for iPhones include TapeACall, Rev Call Recorder and Call Recorder for iPhone. These apps offer premium features and clear call recording quality. Most will let you pick where to save your recorded calls, while some will let you edit your conversations too. To record unlimited calls, you might need to sign up for a subscription though.
The best call recording apps for Android
For Android users, popular call recording apps include ACR Call Recorder, Cube Call Recorder and Call Recorder ACR. These apps offer customisable settings and reliable recording options.
Again, many of these have free versions, but you’ll need to upgrade to get premium features and for heavy use.
FAQs
Is it legal to record a phone call?
In the UK, it’s legal to record phone calls, but this isn’t the case everywhere. Laws regarding call recording vary by country. In many places, it's legal to record a call with the consent of all parties involved. If in doubt, it’s important to announce you intend to record the call so that everybody’s aware.
Can you screen-record a phone call?
No, because while it’ll record the screen, it won’t record the audio from the call. If you want audio from a phone call, you’ll need to use one of the methods we’ve already mentioned.
How do I use automatic phone call record?
To enable automatic call recording on many devices, navigate to your phone's settings or call app settings and look for the option to turn on automatic call recording.
How to record phone calls without an app?
Some devices, like iPhones, have built-in call recording options. For Android users, check if your phone's dialer app offers call recording as a feature. If not, you may need to rely on third-party apps.
How can I use Google Voice to record a phone call?
Google Voice can be used to record calls. During a call, press "4" on your keyboard, and it will notify both parties that the call is being recorded. The recorded call will be saved to your Google Voice account.
Recording phone calls can be a valuable tool for many situations, but always remember to respect everybody’s privacy and get their permission before recording the call. And always have your app or preferred method set up before you make the call.
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