What Is Caller ID, and How Does It Work?

What Is Caller ID? #

Caller ID displays the name and number of the person calling you before you answer. It helps you decide whether to pick up, ignore, or prepare for that one friend who always needs a favor.

How Caller ID Works #

1. Incoming Call Details:
   • When a call comes in, your phone’s display will show the caller’s name (if available) and their phone number.
2. Caller ID for Missed Calls:
   • If you miss a call, the details remain on your phone’s display so you can call them back later.

Blocking Your Caller ID #

1. For Individual Calls:
   • Dial *67 before entering the phone number to block your Caller ID.
   • Example: *67 123-456-7890.
2. Permanent Caller ID Blocking:
   • Contact FibreTel support to enable or disable permanent Caller ID blocking for your line.

Pro Tips for Caller ID #

• Recognize Spam Calls: Caller ID can help you spot suspicious or unwanted numbers.
• Manage Privacy: Use *67 when you want to keep your number private for individual calls.

Limitations #

• Caller ID may not display for calls from anonymous or international numbers.