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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Call from a Different Number on iPhone or iPad Written by Nicole Levine, MFA

Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Tested

  • Using Google Voice (US Only)
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  • Using Hushed (International)
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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Nicole Levine, MFA. Nicole Levine is a Technology Writer and Editor for wikiHow. She has more than 20 years of experience creating technical documentation and leading support teams at major web hosting and software companies. Nicole also holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Portland State University and teaches composition, fiction-writing, and zine-making at various institutions. The wikiHow Tech Team also followed the article's instructions and verified that they work. This article has been viewed 30,542 times. Learn more...

This wikiHow teaches you how to make calls from your iPhone that appear to come from another phone number. Though it’s not possible to add a second SIM card or cellular provider to your iPhone, you can use Google Voice (US only) or Hushed (internationally) to get the same effect.

Steps

Method 1 Method 1 of 2:

Using Google Voice (US Only)

  1. Step 1 Install the Google Voice app. 1 Install the Google Voice app. You can get the app for free from the App Store. Here’s how:
    • Open the App Store iPhone App Store Icon.
    • Tap the Search button at the bottom-right corner.
    • Type google voice into the search bar and tap Search.
    • Tap GET next to ″Google Voice.″ It’s the icon of a blue square chat bubble with a white phone receiver inside.
    • Confirm your download with Touch ID or your preferred method.
  2. Step 2 Open Google Voice. 2 Open Google Voice. It’s the blue square chat bubble icon with a phone receiver inside. You should find it on the home screen. Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Tap SIGN IN. 3 Tap SIGN IN.
  4. Step 4 Log in to your Google account. 4 Log in to your Google account. If you’ve previously added a Google account to your iPhone you can tap the switch for the Google account you want to use. If not, tap ＋Add Account, then enter your login details to sign in.
  5. Step 5 Tap SEARCH. 5 Tap SEARCH. This begins the process of finding an available Google Voice number.
  6. Step 6 Enter a city or area code. 6 Enter a city or area code. Type the name of a city to see a list of available phone numbers that start with any of that city’s area codes, or enter type a specific area code. A list of numbers will appear.
  7. Step 7 Tap Select on your desired phone number. 7 Tap Select on your desired phone number. If you don’t see one you want, tap Load More to view more options.
  8. Step 8 Tap Next. 8 Tap Next. A verification screen will appear.
  9. Step 9 Tap Next. 9 Tap Next. You’ll be asked for your iPhone’s phone number, which is required to set up a Google Voice account.
  10. Step 10 Enter your current phone number and tap SEND CODE. 10 Enter your current phone number and tap SEND CODE. A confirmation message will be send to you via SMS/text.
  11. Step 11 Enter the 6-digit verification code and tap VERIFY. 11 Enter the 6-digit verification code and tap VERIFY. Google will now verify the code.
    • If you’ve used this phone number with another Google Voice account previously, you’ll be prompted to removed it from the older account. If prompted, tap CLAIM in the pop-up window.
  12. Step 12 Tap FINISH. 12 Tap FINISH. It’s at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Your new phone number is now ready to use.
  13. Step 13 Tap the phone icon. 13 Tap the phone icon. It’s a tab at the bottom of the screen, next to the message icon.
  14. Step 14 Tap ＋. 14 Tap ＋. It’s at the bottom-right corner of the Calls page. This opens a small pop-up menu.
  15. Step 15 Tap MAKE A CALL. 15 Tap MAKE A CALL. It’s the first option.
  16. Step 16 Select a contact or enter a phone number to call. 16 Select a contact or enter a phone number to call. A confirmation message will appear, reminding you that the call will be placed to a different phone number and then routed to the recipient.
  17. Step 17 Tap GOT IT. 17 Tap GOT IT.
  18. Step 18 Tap Call. 18 Tap Call. This places the call to the selected contact or phone number. The number that appears on the recipient’s phone will be your Google Voice number instead of the one assigned by your mobile provider.
    • If you want to make calls from your regular phone number, use the regular Phone app on your iPhone’s home screen.
    • You must have an internet connection to use Google Voice. It can be either Wi-Fi or your mobile data plan.
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Method 2 Method 2 of 2:

Using Hushed (International)

  1. Step 1 Install Hushed from the App Store. 1 Install Hushed from the App Store. This free app allows you to get a second phone number from which you can place calls on your iPhone. Here’s how to get it:
    • Open the App Store iPhone App Store Icon.
    • Tap the Search button at the bottom-right corner.
    • Type hushed into the search bar and tap Search.
    • Tap GET next to ″Hushed - 2nd Phone Number.″ It’s the red icon with a white phone receiver and chat bubble inside.
    • Confirm your download with Touch ID or your preferred method.
  2. Step 2 Open Hushed. 2 Open Hushed. It’s a red icon with a white phone receiver and chat bubble inside. You’ll find it on the home screen. A welcome screen will appear the first time you use the app.
  3. Step 3 Swipe through the welcome screens and tap Get Started. 3 Swipe through the welcome screens and tap Get Started.
  4. Step 4 Sign up for an account. 4 Sign up for an account. To do this, enter your email address into the first blank, type your desired password into the second blank, and then tap Sign up at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Step 5 Tap I Agree to accept the terms of service. 5 Tap I Agree to accept the terms of service.
  6. Step 6 Tap {{MacButton|Get New number}]. 6 Tap {{MacButton|Get New number}]. It’s at the bottom-left corner of the screen.
  7. Step 7 Select your country. 7 Select your country. This displays a list of additional regions in your area.
  8. Step 8 Select a region. 8 Select a region. A list of available phone numbers for that region will appear.
  9. Step 9 Tap the phone number you want to use. 9 Tap the phone number you want to use. A list of calling plans will appear.
  10. Step 10 Select a plan. 10 Select a plan. You can choose anything from a 7-day plan to unlimited calling.
    • The unlimited plan provides unlimited texts and calls using the number you selected. Other plans have a set limit for calls and texts.
  11. Step 11 Tap Buy for [amount] now. 11 Tap Buy for [amount] now. Your iPhone’s payment verification screen will appear.
  12. Step 12 Pay with your Touch ID or security code. 12 Pay with your Touch ID or security code. Once you’ve paid, you’ll be taken to the home screen. You’ll also receive a welcome message from Hushed.
  13. Step 13 Tap Phone. 13 Tap Phone. It’s the icon at the bottom-center part of the screen. The dialpad will appear.
  14. Step 14 Dial a number and tap the phone icon. 14 Dial a number and tap the phone icon. It’s the phone receiver at the bottom-center part of the screen. The number that appears on the recipient’s phone will be your Hushed number instead of the one assigned by your mobile provider.
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Nicole Levine, MFA Written by: Nicole Levine, MFA wikiHow Technology Writer This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Nicole Levine, MFA. Nicole Levine is a Technology Writer and Editor for wikiHow. She has more than 20 years of experience creating technical documentation and leading support teams at major web hosting and software companies. Nicole also holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Portland State University and teaches composition, fiction-writing, and zine-making at various institutions. This article has been viewed 30,542 times. How helpful is this? Co-authors: 5 Updated: January 17, 2026 Views: 30,542 Categories: Apple iOS
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