The withholding of caller identification information when making a telephone call results in the recipient’s device displaying “Private Number,” “Unknown Number,” or a similar designation. This feature prevents the caller’s telephone number from being transmitted to the person being called, offering a level of anonymity.
Employing this functionality serves various purposes, ranging from maintaining personal privacy to conducting market research or initiating contact in sensitive situations where revealing the caller’s identity may be undesirable. Its existence reflects a balance between the caller’s right to privacy and the recipient’s right to know who is contacting them; this balance has evolved alongside telecommunications technology.
