How to record phone calls on iPhone in 2023

There are numerous valid reasons for wanting to record a phone call, whether it be for personal or business purposes. It’s unfortunate that Apple doesn’t offer such a crucial function to its users.

There are numerous valid reasons for wanting to record a phone call, whether it be for personal or business purposes. It’s unfortunate that Apple doesn’t offer such a crucial function to its users.

In the majority of US states, it is required by law to obtain consent from one or all parties involved in a conversation in order to legally record a phone call. Due to specific laws in both the US and Canada, Apple has chosen not to include a built-in call recording feature in their devices.

Illegally recording a call on your iPhone may result in legal repercussions. Therefore, if you plan on recording a phone call, it is important to inform the other party and obtain their consent before doing so.

Here are some of the ways you can record phone calls on your iPhone.

How to record phone calls on iPhone without an app

In this section, we’ll help you understand how you can record your iPhone calls without the use of an external or third-party app. There are mainly two ways you can do that: through Apple’s built-in Voice Memos, and through the speakerphone method. 

Use Voice Memos to record a call on iPhone

Recording a phone call on an iPhone can be made easy by employing another Apple device, like an iPad, in conjunction with the Voice Memos app, which is typically pre-installed on Apple devices. 

This app permits audio recording through the iPhone’s microphone, negating the need for cords or supplementary apparatuses for sound amplification. Voice Memos can be utilized on various Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches.

• Test Voice Memos

Prior to making a phone call, it is recommended that you confirm the proper functioning of the Voice Memos app by creating a brief voice memo to record your voice. 

To accomplish this, access the app on your Apple device, initiate the recording process by tapping or clicking the red button displayed on your screen, and subsequently conclude the recording by tapping the same button once more.

• Keep the app ready

Before your call, ensure that you have the Voice Memos app prepared for recording. Moreover, it is important to note that in certain states, recording a conversation without the approval of all parties is illegal, thus it is necessary to ask for permission prior to recording. 

Once you have received consent to record, proceed with using the Voice Memos app for the recording.

• Send the Voice Memo

Following your conversation, you have the ability to share the voice memo recording by accessing the file within the Voice Memos app and selecting the three dots, which will provide you with various options for sending the recording to yourself or others.

Use speakerphone chat to record iPhone calls on other devices

To record your iPhone calls, whether it be a live conversation or lengthy Zoom meeting, you can utilize a separate device such as another iPhone, an iPad, a laptop, or an Android device. 

Simply access a voice-recorder application on the second device and initiate the recording while engaging in the conversation on your iPhone.

How to record phone calls on iPhone with an app

In the event that you lack an additional device for recording your conversation, utilizing a third-party application may be necessary or preferable. 

While certain apps available on the Apple app store advertise their capacity for recording conversations during phone calls, it is worth noting that Apple places a premium on safeguarding user privacy, and thus such third-party apps have devised methods to bypass Apple’s security measures.

Listed below are some of the apps that can be employed to record phone calls on an iPhone, ranked in no specific order, and known for providing superior sound quality.

Google Voice

Using the Google Voice app for iOS, you have the ability to place cost-free calls and record them over Wifi through the Google Voice service. Within the app, you can choose the device you wish to make the call from.

To enable call recording for incoming calls, navigate to the “Incoming Calls” section within the “Calls” menu in Settings and toggle the recording option.

During the call, simply press the number four (4) on the keypad to initiate or terminate the recording. Once the call has ended, it will appear in the recording menu for future access.

How to use Google Voice to record calls on iPhone

You can record calls on iPhone using Google Voice in these 3 steps:

1. Turn on Voice calling options
   1. On your iPhone or iPad, open the Voice app.
   2. At the top left, tap Menu, and then Settings.
   3. Under Calls, turn on Incoming call options.

2. Record a Call
   1. Answer a call to your Google Voice number.
   2. To start recording, tap 4. All participants hear an announcement that the recording has begun.
   3. To stop recording, tap 4. All participants hear an announcement that the recording has ended. (NOTE: Hanging up also ends the recording.)
   4. You can find your recordings in the Voicemail tab.

3. Switch phones during a call
   1. Answer a call to your Google Voice number.
   2. Tap Star (*). The other phones that are set up to take your Google Voice calls will ring.
   3. Pick up the call on the phone you want to use.

Rev Voice Recorder 

The Rev Voice Recorder app is a cost-free solution that enables recording during phone usage and offers automatic file transcription once the conversation ends, albeit for a fee of $1.50 per minute. 

Upon download, the recorded file is immediately accessible as an MP3 on the device, making it an effortless and effective method for recording phone calls or narrating screen recordings.

How to use Rev Voice Recorder to record calls on iPhone

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can use Rev Voice Recorder to record calls on your iPhone.

1. Download the Rev Call Recorder app in the iTunes App Store.
2. Open the app and enter your mobile phone number. Tap “Next” to receive an SMS text confirmation on your phone.
3. You will receive a text message with a four-digit code. Enter the code and press “Continue.”
4. Optional but recommended, enable push notifications to receive alerts when your recordings and/or transcripts are complete.

With setup complete, recording a call is a breeze: 

1. Simply tap on the green call button to initiate a new call recording.
2. For outgoing calls, enter the desired number or select from your contacts. For incoming calls, the app automatically detects an active call and skips this step.
3. The Rev Call Recorder number (+1 (415) 738-2935) will appear. Tap “Call” to begin recording.
4. Once dialed in, tap “Call” again to connect to your call.
5. Select “Merge Calls” to add the person you are calling to the recording.
6. If necessary, add additional participants to the call by tapping the “+ Add Call” button.

Paid apps for recording phone calls on iPhone 

If you want your iPhone voice call recordings to be flawless, easy, and offer more features, you can always go for paid apps, of which there are plenty. 

Some apps to consider may include:

• TapeACall Pro

TapeACall Pro is $10.99 annually for unlimited call recording length. 

• Call Recorder Pro 

For a one-time purchase of $9.99, Call Recorder Pro provides 300 minutes of calling credits, after which you can make in-app purchases to continue recording. A “lite” version is also available, which offers limited record times (60 seconds) and features for you to try out.

• Phone Call Recorder 

Phone Call Recorder advertises as “free” and claims that call recordings, including incoming and outgoing calls and FaceTime calls, have unlimited length. However, this is only true if you upgrade to the pro version via in-app purchase for $59.99.

Which iPhone Call Recording Method Works for You? 

Now that you know how to record a phone call on your iPhone, remember that each cell provider and iOS device may function differently. You may need to try different recording methods to determine the best option for you.

The speakerphone method and paying for a third-party service are the two most dependable ways to record a phone call on your iPhone. To ensure legal operation, always inform the other party that you are recording them.