How to make anonymous calls: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet
Recently, anonymous calls have become one of the hot topics on the Internet, especially in the context of increasing awareness of privacy protection. The following is a structured analysis of hot topics and anonymous call-related content on the Internet in the past 10 days, along with a practical guide.
1. Ranking of hot topics in the past 10 days

| Ranking | topic | heat index | Related keywords |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Privacy protection technology | 9.2 | Anonymous phone calls, encrypted communications |
| 2 | Telecom fraud prevention | 8.7 | Number hiding, anti-tracking |
| 3 | Internet phone APP evaluation | 7.9 | Virtual number, free calls |
2. Three mainstream methods of anonymous calls
| method | Operation steps | advantage | shortcoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier services | Dial *67+ number (North America) | Effective immediately | Hide calling number only |
| Internet phone APP | Download apps like TextNow/Burner | Can get virtual number | Requires internet connection |
| VoIP service | Register for Google Voice and other accounts | long term anonymous number | Email verification required |
3. Precautions and legal risks
1.Legitimate purposes take precedence: Anonymous calls can be used for reporter interviews, psychological counseling and other scenarios, but are prohibited from being used for illegal activities such as fraud.
2.geographical restrictions: *67 and other codes are invalid in some countries/regions. You need to check the local operator's policies in advance.
3.Call record retention: Even if the number is hidden, the operator may still retain call records (which require judicial retrieval).
4. Little knowledge of technical principles
| technology type | Implementation method | Anonymity level |
|---|---|---|
| Number blocking | Send special signaling to the switch | ★★★ |
| IP call relay | Forward voice data through server | ★★★★ |
| encrypted communication | End-to-end encryption (like Signal) | ★★★★★ |
5. Comparison of popular anonymous calling apps in 2023
| Application name | toll free number | Call encryption | Applicable areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| TextNow | yes | no | Mainly North America |
| Burner | Pay after trial period | part | worldwide |
| Hushed | Charged by package | yes | 50+ countries |
Current data shows that about 73% of users choose Internet phone APPs to achieve anonymous calls, mainly considering convenience and cost factors. But please note:Some apps may collect private data such as address books, it is recommended to read the user agreement carefully.
If you need a higher level of security, you can use encrypted communication software in conjunction with a VPN, but this may affect call quality. No matter which method is used, please be sure to comply with local laws and regulations and use anonymous calling technology reasonably.
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