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How to easily record phone calls on your Android

Have you ever wished you could save that important conversation or hilarious chat with your bestie?

Well, you’re in luck. Here’s a nifty trick to record phone calls right on your Android device. If you have an iPhone, you can learn how to record calls using these steps.

Let’s dive in.

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A person recording a call on Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

The setup: enabling call notes

First things first, let’s get your phone prepped for recording:

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.

Open up your Phone app.
Tap those three little dots in the top right corner.
Click Settings.
Tap Call Notes.
Now, just toggle that switch to enable Call Notes.

Steps to enable Cal Notes. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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Recording your call

Now that you’re all set up, here’s how to actually record a call:

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.

Start a call like you normally would.
Look for the “More” button and tap it to expand your options.
See that “Call Notes” option? Tap it to start recording.
Both you and the person you’re talking to will hear a notification that says, “Google Notes is on the call is being recorded.”

Steps to record a call. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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Ending the call recording

When you’re done chatting:

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.

Just hit that “End Call” button like usual.
Your recording will stop automatically.
You’ll get a notification confirming that your call has been saved.

Steps to end the call recording. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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Finding your recorded calls

So, where did that recording go? Don’t worry, it’s easy to find:

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.

Open up your Phone app again.
Tap on the “Recents” tab.
Find the call you just recorded and give it a tap.
Look for the “Call Notes” section — you’ll see a summary and a link to your recording.
Tap that link to play or send your newly recorded call by tapping the share icon.

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Steps to find the recorded call. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

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The legal lowdown: Know before you record

Alright, before you get all excited and start recording every call like you’re a secret agent, let’s have a quick chat about the legal stuff. You see, recording calls isn’t as straightforward as picking up your phone and hitting ‘record.’ Different places have different rules. In the good ol’ US of A, it gets even trickier. Some states are like, “Hey, as long as one person knows about the recording, we’re cool.” But others? They’re more like, “Nuh-uh, everyone on that call better know they’re being recorded, or you’re in trouble, mister!”

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So, what are you to do? Well, my friend, it’s time to put on your detective hat and do a little digging into your local laws. Trust me, it’s way better to spend a few minutes Googling now than dealing with legal headaches later. Remember, when in doubt, just ask. Most people won’t mind if you record the call, especially if you have a good reason.

A man recording a phone call on Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)

Kurt’s key takeaways

There you have it — recording calls on your Android is a breeze. But remember, with great power comes great responsibility. Always consider the legal and ethical implications before hitting that record button. When used responsibly, call recording can be a fantastic tool for preserving important information or simply capturing those priceless moments with loved ones.

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