Also: 7 things you didn’t realize your phone can do Before you record a phone call from your iPhone, there are a few practical things to be aware of:
How to record a phone call on iPhone
What you need:
1 iPhone using speaker phone to engage in the call Another recording device (could be another iPhone, an iPad, or even an Android device) using Voice Memos or a recording app to record the call.
Other methods
The above steps are the easiest, most efficient, and least obvious way to record a phone call. If you (or a trusted second party) don’t have another iOS device to spare, here are a few alternatives. Also: The best iPhone models right now Open the Voice Memos app and tap the red record button and start speaking for long enough that you can ensure that the sound quality is good enough to record, and then clearly understand, a conversation. When you are done recording, press the red button again and an audio file should appear saying “Voice Recording (number correlating to the voice recordings you have).” Also: How to clear the cache on your iPhone (and why you should) For example, if the sound is too low quality, you may need to speak louder, increase the microphone sensitivity, or put the speaker closer to your mouth. Starting the recording before you start the call may add a few seconds of silence to the file but will ensure you don’t miss any of the conversation. On your iPhone, make sure to initiate the phone call in Speakerphone mode. Pro tip: The red lines on the Voice Memo app indicate how well the app is picking up sound. The larger the red bars are, the higher the volume that’s detected. If the lines stay flat, then you may need to turn up the phone call volume or move the devices closer together. Also: Stop using your 4-digit iPhone passcode in public. Do this instead One-party states only require one person on the call – which would count as you – to consent to be recorded. A two-party state requires both the person recording and the person being recorded to consent. From within the Voice Memos app, select the file of the recording, tap the ellipses button (three dots) to bring up share options, and send it directly to your iPhone via text message, mail, AirDrop, or even Google Drive. Also: How to record a phone call on your Android phone As the name suggests, this app is designed for users to easily be able to whip out their phones and start recording whenever, wherever. As a plus, Easy Voice Recorder is text-to-transcription capable. If you download the app and use it on an iPad to record, you can also drag and drop recordings with the Files or other recording apps for further transcriptions or simply to consolidate recordings.
Is it illegal to record phone calls?
Federal law requires at least one party’s consent, which means that you need to be part of the conversation you’re recording or have the consent of at least one person in that conversation. Otherwise, it can be construed as wiretapping or illegal eavesdropping. Some states have even stricter laws that require the consent of all people involved in the conversation. Before recording a conversation it’s always best to check your state laws.
Is there an app to record calls on iPhone?
There are several that perform this function in one manner or another. However, Apple is restrictive about letting third-party apps use the microphone during a phone call. For that reason, most apps that help you record a call on your phone must use clever mechanisms to get around this barrier. Beyond the method outlined above using the Voice Memos app, people also use Google Voice, TapeACall, Easy Voice Recorder, and Rev Voice Recorder. Also: How to buy more iPhone storage Alternatively, you can use most mic-equipped computers or tablets to record phone conversations so long as the phone is on speaker or the microphone is held close to the speaker next to your ear. Both iOS and Windows computers have numerous audio recording software options available.
Does Apple have an app to record iPhone calls?
Unfortunately, no – at least not yet. Apple itself doesn’t have an app, but there are third-party apps available on the App Store. Also, Voice Memos is most likely automatically installed on your iOS device.
Does screen recording on iPhone record my call?
Screen recording while on an audio or FaceTime call will do just that – record your screen and screen only – no audio included.
Does iPhone’s Voice Memos have a time limit?
The Voice Memos app can record for an unlimited amount of time as long as you have storage availability. To check how much storage is on your device, go to your iPhone’s Settings > General > Device > Storage. You can also buy more iPhone storage.
