5 Stealthy Ways to Record Calls on Android Without Raising Suspicion

The ability to record calls on Android has been around for a long time. However, recent updates have introduced a feature that notifies the other person on the call that the conversation is being recorded. This defeats the purpose of recording calls in certain situations. What if the other person starts lying because they know they're being recorded? In this article, we will explore five sneaky ways to record calls on Android without the other person knowing.

1. Use the Default Dialer App

While the announcement feature is present in the Google Phone app, many phone manufacturers like OnePlus and Oppo use their own default dialer app, which doesn't alert the other person. If you're unsure whether your dialer app is from Google or the OEM, simply long-press on the app and select “App info.” From there, you can find the developer of the app. If the “App details” option is grayed out, it's likely an OEM dialer app.

2. Try a Third-Party Dialer App

If your phone uses the Google Phone app, you can bypass call recording alerts by using a third-party dialer app from the Play Store. True Phone Dialer and Drupe Dialer are two highly recommended options. True Phone Dialer is a straightforward dialer app with a call recording option, while Drupe Dialer offers a plethora of features such as call reminders and integration with messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram. Once downloaded, set the app as your default dialer in the phone's settings.

3. Harness the Power of Truecaller

Truecaller, known for its caller identification feature, also offers a built-in call recording functionality. Download and install Truecaller from the Play Store, and set it as your default phone app. The call recording feature is enabled by default, but you'll need to grant a few permissions for it to work. Open Truecaller, tap on the hamburger menu at the top right corner, and select “Call Recordings.” Follow the instructions to set up call recording and grant the necessary permissions.

4. Utilize a Third-Party Call Recording App

If you prefer using the Google Phone app but want to disable call recording alerts, consider using a third-party call recording app instead of the built-in one. Automatic Call Recorder by Appliqato is a popular choice. Install the app from the Play Store and grant the necessary permissions during the setup process. By default, all calls will be recorded, but you can customize it to record calls from specific contacts only. The app also allows you to create a whitelist of contacts whose calls you want to be recorded discreetly.

5. Leverage TTSLexx with the Google Phone App

One more way to record calls while using the Google Phone app is by using the TTSLexx app. The alert message is announced by Google's text-to-speech service, so by using the TTSLexx app, you can effectively turn off this feature. Install the TTSLexx app from the Play Store, go to “System Settings > Language and Input > Text-to-speech output,” and select TTSLexx as the preferred engine.

By following these stealthy methods, you can record calls on your Android device without raising suspicion or alerting the other person. My personal recommendation is to combine a third-party call recording app with the Google Phone app for automatic call recording, ensuring that you never miss an important conversation.