How To Safely Delete Your Truecaller Account And Remove Your Phone Number

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In a world where Truecaller has become the go-to solution for identifying unknown numbers, many users find themselves concerned about their privacy. Whether you installed the app or not, your contact details might be on Truecaller if someone in your network uses the app. Luckily, removing your phone number from Truecaller is a straightforward process, and we'll guide you through the steps.


1. Deleting Your Truecaller Account :
To delete your Truecaller account and eliminate your phone number from the database permanently, adhere to these straightforward instructions:

  1. Launch the Truecaller application on your mobile device.
  2. Click on the three dots or gear icon positioned at the upper right corner of the screen (on iOS).
  3. Choose 'Settings' and proceed to the 'Privacy Center.'
  4. Click on the 'Deactivate' button.
  5. Validate your choice by selecting 'Yes' on the confirmation prompt.

2. Removing Your Phone Number from Truecaller:
Follow these steps to ensure your Truecaller account is deactivated, and your phone number is unlisted from the database:


  1. Navigate to https://www.truecaller.com/unlisting through a web browser of your choice.
  2. Provide your phone number, including the country code
  3. Select ' Unlist Phone Number .'

FAQs:

1. What happens if I delete Truecaller?
When you delete Truecaller, your contacts' data remains on their servers, even if you uninstall the app. However, newly created contacts after uninstallation won't be accessible to Truecaller.


2. Can we disable Truecaller?
If you're ready to bid farewell to Truecaller, follow these steps based on your device: Open the app > tap the people icon > go to Settings > About > Deactivate account.

By following these steps, you can regain control over your privacy and ensure your phone number is no longer part of the Truecaller network.