iPhone Call Recording: How to Record Phone Calls in 2026 [Legal & Easy]

Quick Answer

To record a phone call on iPhone with iOS 18: during a call, tap the Record button (circle icon) in the call screen. iOS will automatically notify the other party. A transcript is generated in the Phone app. For older iOS versions, use a third-party app.

Method 1: iOS 18 Built-In Call Recording

Apple introduced native call recording in iOS 18 (released September 2024). Here’s how:

1. Make or receive a phone call
2. Tap the Record button (●) on the call screen
3. A voice announcement notifies all parties: “This call is being recorded”
4. Tap Stop Recording when done
5. Find the recording in the Phone app → Recents → tap the call → Recording
6. An AI transcript is automatically generated

Note: Available on iPhone 12 and later running iOS 18+. The announcement is mandatory and cannot be disabled.

Method 2: Third-Party Call Recording Apps

Method 3: Record Meeting Calls with Owll

For calls on Zoom, Teams, or Google Meet from your iPhone, Owll provides full AI transcription and meeting summaries — going beyond simple call recording to give you structured notes and action items.

Is Call Recording Legal on iPhone?

iOS 18 announces the recording to all parties — making it compliant with two-party consent laws. For third-party apps, check your state’s consent laws before recording without disclosure.

FAQ

Can you record a phone call on iPhone without the other person knowing?

With iOS 18, no — Apple automatically announces the recording to all parties. Third-party apps vary; always check your local consent laws.

Where are call recordings stored on iPhone?

iOS 18 recordings are stored in the Phone app under Recents. Third-party app recordings are stored within the app or in iCloud.