How to Hide Your Caller ID When Making Calls on iOS 26

If you want to make calls without showing your phone number, iOS 26 still includes Apple’s built-in Caller ID privacy controls. Whether you are calling unknown numbers, protecting your privacy, or avoiding callbacks from temporary contacts, your iPhone lets you hide your caller ID in a few different ways.

Apple slightly changed the Phone settings layout in recent iOS versions, and many users upgrading to iOS 26 are struggling to find the option again. The setting is still available, but it is now located under the Apps section inside Settings. Once enabled, your outgoing calls can appear as “Private Number,” “No Caller ID,” or “Unknown Caller” depending on the carrier and region.

This guide covers every working method to hide your caller ID on iOS 26, including carrier codes, troubleshooting tips, and what to do if the option is missing on your iPhone.

Hide Caller ID for All Calls on iOS 26

This is the easiest and most reliable method if you want every outgoing call to stay private.

When this setting is turned off, people you call usually won’t see your phone number. Instead, their phone may display “Private,” “No Caller ID,” or something similar.

Open the Settings app on your iPhone
Scroll down and tap Apps
Tap Phone
Select Show My Caller ID
Turn the toggle Off

After this, your iPhone will stop showing your number during outgoing voice calls.

Important things to know

This only affects voice calls
Your number may still appear in:
- Text messages
- FaceTime
- Emergency services
Some carriers do not support caller ID blocking
Certain countries legally require caller identification for some calls

If the option is greyed out or missing entirely, your network provider may control this feature instead of Apple.

Hide Your Number for One Call Only

Sometimes you only want to hide your number temporarily instead of changing the iPhone setting every time.

That is where carrier prefix codes become useful.

Use *67 in the United States and Canada

Before entering the phone number, dial:

*67

Example:

*67 9876543210

Your call will usually appear as a private or blocked number.

Use #31# in some international regions

Many countries outside North America use:

#31#

Example:

#31#9876543210

Carrier support varies depending on your country and network provider.

Why this method is useful

Keeps your number visible for normal calls
Works well for occasional private calls
Faster than switching settings repeatedly
Helpful when contacting unknown businesses or listings

What to Do If “Show My Caller ID” Is Missing on iOS 26

One of the biggest complaints after updating to newer iOS versions is that users cannot find the caller ID option anymore.

In iOS 26, Apple moved many app settings under the Apps section, which confused many users upgrading from older versions.

Try these fixes

Restart your iPhone
Update to the latest iOS 26 version
Remove Screen Time restrictions
Reset network settings
Contact your carrier

Reset network settings

If the setting still does not appear:

Open Settings
Tap General
Tap Transfer or Reset iPhone
Select Reset
Tap Reset Network Settings

This will remove saved Wi-Fi passwords and mobile network settings, so use it carefully.

Use Silence Unknown Callers for Extra Privacy

Hiding your caller ID protects your number during outgoing calls, but iOS 26 also includes tools for incoming call privacy.

The Silence Unknown Callers feature automatically silences calls from numbers not saved in your contacts.

Open Settings
Tap Apps
Select Phone
Tap Silence Unknown Callers
Turn it on

iOS 26 also includes expanded call screening features that help identify spam and unknown callers before your phone rings.

FAQs

Does hiding caller ID work on all carriers?

No. Some carriers disable this feature completely or control it through account settings.

Will my number show during emergency calls?

Yes. Emergency services can still see your number even if caller ID is hidden.

Can I hide my number for text messages?

No. The caller ID setting only affects phone calls.

Why does my iPhone still show my number sometimes?

Some businesses, government numbers, and carrier systems can override caller ID blocking.

Does hiding caller ID block spam tracking?

Not completely. It only prevents your number from appearing to the recipient during the call.

Summary

iOS 26 still supports hiding caller ID for outgoing calls
The setting is now located under Settings > Apps > Phone
Turning off Show My Caller ID hides your number for most calls
You can use *67 or #31# for temporary private calls
Some carriers may block or disable this feature
Silence Unknown Callers adds extra privacy protection on iOS 26
If the setting is missing, updating iOS or contacting your carrier may help

Conclusion

Hiding your caller ID on iOS 26 is still simple once you know where Apple moved the setting. Whether you want complete privacy for every call or just need a temporary hidden number option, the iPhone offers multiple ways to control how your number appears.

The permanent toggle inside the Phone settings remains the easiest method for most users, while carrier codes like *67 are useful for occasional private calls. If you recently updated to iOS 26 and could not find the setting, you are not alone. Apple’s redesigned Settings layout changed where many Phone options now live.

Before relying on the feature regularly, it is worth testing it with a friend or secondary number because carrier support can vary depending on your region and mobile network.