You have to go to your Contacts app. Once you’re there, you’ll want to find that pesky contact. Go ahead and tap on their name.
There should be a menu with three dots in the corner. You’ve probably seen it before but didn’t realize what a lifesaver it could be!
When you tap those three dots, you’ll see a dropdown menu with many options. Depending on your Android version, you’re looking for “Hide” or “Add to Private.” Once you’ve found it, tap it, and voila! That contact’s out of sight and out of mind.
Remember where you put them, just in case you need to dig up their number for whatever reason.
And remember, hiding a contact doesn’t block them, so they can still call or text you. You must block them instead if you want to cut them off completely.
How to hide contact numbers in Samsung.
Go to Contacts and select the person you want to hide. Then, tap “Edit” in the top right corner of your screen.
Scroll down until you see “Options,” and tap on it. A new page will appear with a toggle button next to “Show contact number.” Make sure to toggle this off so your contact’s number won’t appear in any of your apps.
How to hide a contact from appearing on other apps.
Now, if you want to ensure that contact never shows up anywhere else on your device, you need to Go back into your Contacts app and select the person you’re trying to hide.
Tap “Edit” in the top right corner, then scroll down until you see the “Notification settings.” You’ll see two toggle buttons next to “Allow notifications for contacts” once you select it.
Ensure both of.” To prevent your contact from showing up anywhere else on your device, make sure both are deactivated.
And there you have it – that’s how to hide a contact on Android phones! Whether or not you decide to hide someone from your contacts list is entirely up to you.
But if you ever find yourself in a situation where privacy is paramount, at least now you know how!
If you follow these steps correctly, your contact will be hidden from view, and you can rest easy knowing that no one else will know their information. Good luck!
Bonus Tips:
- Remember to back up your contacts in an emergency – you never know when you might need it!
- If someone calls or texts you after being hidden, they’ll still appear in your call history or messaging inbox.
- Consider adding a PIN lock or other security feature to your phone for more security. This way, no one can access your contacts without your authorization!
- You can also set up a blocklist app on your phone to automatically block incoming calls from unknown numbers. That way, you’ll never have to worry about unwanted calls coming through again!
- Finally, if you need to quickly hide a contact without going into the Contacts app, plenty of third-party apps let you do that. To find out more, visit your app store!
How to hide a contact number on Android.

The process is different if you want to hide a contact number on Android. First, open your Contacts app and select the contact you want to hide.
Then, tap “Edit” in the top right corner of your screen. Scroll down until you see the “Phone number” section, then tap on it. You’ll be taken to a page with the contact’s number.
Tap the profile icon beside it and select “Hide Number.” This will ensure that your contact’s phone number stays hidden from view everywhere except where you deliberately have them appear.
How to hide contact on iPhone.
Hiding contacts on an iPhone is similar to the process for Android phones. First, open your Contacts app and select the contact you want to hide.
Then, tap “Edit” in the top right corner of your screen. Scroll down until you see the “Phone number” section, then tap on it. You’ll be taken to a page with the contact’s number.
Tap the profile icon beneath it and select “Hide Number.” This will ensure that your contact’s phone number stays hidden from view everywhere except where you deliberately have them appear.
Conclusion.
There you have it – that’s how to hide a contact on Android and iPhone devices. Knowing how to do this can be a lifesaver, whether it’s for privacy or security.
So if you ever find yourself in a situation where hiding contacts is a must, follow the steps above, and you’ll be good to go! And remember – always back up your contacts before you hide them so that you have an extra layer of security.
Hopefully, this blog post helped teach you how to hide a contact on Android and iPhone devices. If you have any questions or need any help with the process, don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re here for you every step of the way! Have a great day, and happy hiding!
FAQ’s.
You can hide a contact without deleting it on Android by moving it to the “Hidden contacts” section. Open the Contacts app, find the contact you want to hide and access its details. Tap the three-dot menu or settings icon, then choose “Hide contact” or “Move to Hidden contacts.” The contact will be hidden from your regular contacts list but still accessible in the “Hidden contacts” section.
You can hide multiple contacts on Android using the “Hidden contacts” feature. Open the Contacts app, tap the three-dot menu or settings icon, and look for “Hidden contacts.” Select this option and choose the contacts you want to hide from your main contact list. Once hidden, these contacts will only be visible within the “Hidden contacts” section.
Several third-party apps on the Google Play Store can help you hide contacts on Android. One popular app for this purpose is “Hide Something – Photo, Video,” which not only hides contacts but also allows you to hide photos and videos securely.