You can use third-party apps, Google Voice, or recording services to record phone calls on an iPhone. It’s important to keep in mind, though, that recording phone calls without everyone’s permission may be against the law in some places.
You can record phone calls on an iPhone in the following ways:
Recording apps from outside sources:
Apps can’t access the phone app, but Rev Call Recorder can still be used. This app joins your line with the other person’s line to make a third line that is then recorded. You can record as much as you want for as long as you want with this app. You only have to pay $1.50 per minute if you want a record of your call.
Google Voice:
Google Voice has a built-in recording tool that lets you save calls as they come in. You need to have a Google Voice number and turn on call recording in the settings in order to use this function. Once it’s turned on, press 4 during a call to begin recording.
Recording services:
There are a number of paid apps for the iPhone that let you record talks. TapeACall and Call Recorder are two popular choices. You, the person you’re calling, and the service’s recording device are all on the same call for these services to work. After that, the videos are saved on your phone or emailed to you.
Cautions:
Please keep in mind that before you record phone calls, you should check the rules in your area. These are called “one-party” rules, and they say that you can record as long as one person knows about it. In this case, that person is you.
Telling the person on the other end of the queue that they’re being recorded is still polite. Two-party agreement rules are in place in 11 U.S. states: Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
Those two people must both agree to be recorded. With a few exceptions, everyone in Connecticut has to be told about electronic records.
In the U.K., you can record calls for your own personal use without telling the other people on the line that you’re doing it.
It is not allowed to share or publish the information without permission, though. No matter where you live, the best thing to do is always to let the other caller(s) know what you’re doing.
How Do You Record a Phone call on iPhone without an app?
You don’t need any extra apps to record phone calls on an iPhone. These are some ways:
Recording with another device:
If you want to record your phone call on something else, like a computer or tablet with a microphone, you can do that. Put your phone close to the recording device and call the person on speakerphone. When the call is over, stop recording and save the file to your phone or the tape player.
Conference calling with a third-party website
With a website like Recordator that is not your own, you can record phone calls. It’s free to sign up for Recordator. Then, call the number for your country. Tap the + button and choose the person you want to call once the call goes through.
To make a conference call with Recordator to help with the recording, tap the “merge calls” button. Hang up when the call is over to save the recording. Records of calls are kept on the Recordator website and can be downloaded as MP3s from the “My Recordings” page.
Use your voicemail:
You can record calls on your voicemail. Press the “Add Call” button and call your own number during the call.
In the beginning of your voicemail message, press the “Merge Calls” button to make a call with your voicemail, the person you’re calling, and yourself.
It will be saved to your message 1 after the call is over.
Can You Screen Record a Phone call on iPhone?
You can record a phone call on your iPhone. To do that, follow these steps:
Turn on the recording of the screen. Select Control Centre > Customise Controls from the list of settings. Adding screen recording to your control centre is easy. Just tap the green plus sign next to it.
Start recording your screen. In the upper right corner of your screen, swipe down to open the Control Centre. If you have an iPhone with a Home button, swipe up from the bottom to open it. To start recording, tap the object that looks like a camera. There will be a three-second timer, and then your screen recording will begin.
Start a phone call: After starting to record your screen, make your call as you normally would. Close the recording: When the call is over, open the Control Centre again and tap the Screen Recording icon to end the recording. You can also tap the white bar at the top of your screen that is red and then tap Stop.
How Do I Check if Call Recording is legal in My Region?
- You can find out if recording calls is allowed in your area by reading up on the laws and rules in your country or state.
- You can read about the rules that allow recording phone calls on Wikipedia or the Digital Media Law Project.
- KeKu also has a state-by-state guide that can help you learn all about the rules in the United States that cover recording phone calls.
- It is usually against the law to record a private talk or phone call that you are not a part of, do not have permission from at least one person, and would not normally be able to hear.
- There are, however, different rules and laws about recording calls based on the country or state you are in. In the US, for example, most states have “one-party” rules that say you can record as long as one person knows about it (in this case, you).
- Telling the person on the other end of the queue that they’re being recorded is still polite. Two-party agreement rules are in place in 11 U.S. states: Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
- Those two people must both agree to be recorded. With a few exceptions, everyone in Connecticut has to be told about electronic records.
- In the U.K., you can record calls for your own personal use without telling the other people on the line that you’re doing it. It is not allowed to share or publish the information without permission, though.
No matter where you live, the best thing to do is always to let the other caller(s) know what you’re doing.
What are the Penalties for Recording Calls illegally?
If you record talks without permission, you could face different punishments in each country or state. As an example, in the United States, punishments can range from a fine to jail time, depending on how bad the crime was and where it happened.
That person can be fined up to $2,500 per violation and go to prison for a year in California if they record private talks on the phone or in other places without the other person’s permission or knowledge.
They could also be sued in civil court if the other person decides to sue them.
It is important to keep in mind that, in some places, recording phone calls without everyone’s permission may be against the law.
Before you record a phone call, it’s always a good idea to find out what the rules are in your country or state.
You can read about the rules that allow recording phone calls on Wikipedia or the Digital Media Law Project.
KeKu also has a state-by-state guide that can help you learn all about the rules in the United States that cover recording phone calls.
FAQ
Will the Other Party be Notified When I'm Recording a Call?
In different countries and states, there are different rules and laws about recording calls. It is usually against the law to record a private talk or phone call that you are not a part of, do not have permission from at least one person, and would not normally be able to hear. There are, however, different rules and laws about recording calls based on the country or state you are in.
Are there Any Limitations to Call Recording on the iPhone?
Yes, there are some things that you can't do when you record a call on an iPhone. Third-party apps, for example, can't use both the Phone app and the microphone at the same time. This makes it harder to record phone calls, especially since the Phone app doesn't make it easy to do so.
Can I Record Both Incoming and Outgoing calls?
Yes, third-party apps like Rev Call Recorder, TapeACall, and Call Recorder can record both incoming and outgoing calls on an iPhone. You, the person you're calling, and the app's recording system are all on the same call for these apps to work. After that, the videos are saved on your phone or emailed to you.
Do All Third-party Call Recording Apps Work on the Latest iPhone Models?
Third-party call recorders may or may not work with the newest iPhone models, depending on the app and the version of iOS you are using. You might not be able to use all apps on the newest iPhones or the newest version of iOS. However, most of the well-known call recording apps, such as Rev Call Recorder, TapeACall, and Call Recorder, work with the newest iPhones and iOS versions.
Will Call Recording Apps Affect Call Quality or Performance?
Call recording apps can improve or hurt call quality or performance, but it depends on the app and the device you are using. Some apps might change the quality or speed of calls, while others might not.
Can I Share Recorded Phone Calls with Others?
It varies from country to country or state to state whether it is allowed to share recorded phone calls. It is usually against the law to record a private talk or phone call that you are not a part of, do not have permission from at least one person, and would not normally be able to hear.
Because of this, sharing recorded phone talks without everyone's permission might be against the law in some places.
To properly record a phone call and share it with others, you must get permission from everyone involved.
It's important to keep in mind, though, that sharing recorded phone talks without everyone's permission may be against the law in some places.
Before sharing taped phone calls, it's always a good idea to find out what the rules are in your country or state.
Are there Any Restrictions on Using Google Voice for Call Recording?
Yes, there are some limits on how you can use Google Voice to record calls. Google Voice has a built-in recording tool that lets you save calls as they come in. But depending on what kind of account you have, the tool works in different ways.
To record phone calls on a Google Workspace account that is controlled by your school or job, you will need the right Google Voice licence.
You can use the numbers on your phone's dialpad to record a call if you have a personal Google account that isn't part of Google Workspace that your school or job manages.
