How to Call a Number That Is Rejecting Private Callers

Having a private phone number is a nice convenience, but it can be problematic, too--like when you're trying to get through to a number that rejects calls from private lines. Follow the simple directions below to make your number public for just one phone call at a time.

Instructions

1. Pick up your phone. Once you get a dial tone, dial *82.

2. You will hear a series of beeps. After the beeps, dial the number you need to call.

3. Entering *82 will remove the "private" designation from your phone line for only one call at a time. This way, you can keep your number permanently blocked unless you decide to allow a call to go through.

4. Whether you're calling from a cell phone or a home phone, as long as you use *82, you should be able to get through to any phone that has blocked private calls.