Phone features (and their star codes)
A list of phone features I occasionally need to know, all gathered
into one place.
Why don't they list this in the front of the phone book?
Incoming calls with Caller ID blocked receive a message telling them
this line does not accept calls from callers who block their number.
(Does
not
tell the caller how do do this!)
(Monthly charge per line -- Free with Caller ID.)
- To turn on:
*77
- To turn off:
*87
Have the most recent calling number automatically recorded at
Verizon's Unlawful Call Center.
This can be used as evidence in court.
(Per successful usage charge -- currently $1.00.)
Blocks sending of name and phone number on outgoing individual call.
Must be done for each call.
(Free.)
- To use:
*67
(+ number being dialed)
You can test Per Call Blocking by trying it out on
800/562-5588.
(If blocking is not working, you will get some repair service.)
Blocks sending of name and phone number on outgoing all calls from this line.
Must be undone on a per call basis to contact people with Anonymous
Call Rejection.
(Free.)
- To deactivate:
*82
(+ number being dialed)
You can test Per Line Blocking by trying it out on
800/562-5588.
(If blocking is not working, you will get some repair service.)
This page last updated February 25, 2018.