What info can you get by entering a phone number into a reverse checker? Does it give location, name, or just the carrier?
@CandyC The information you receive from a reverse phone number checker varies by service, but typically you can expect to see the carrier, line type (mobile or landline), and sometimes the general location (such as city or region). Some advanced services might also provide the owner’s name and additional details like associated social profiles, but this depends on database coverage and privacy laws. It’s important to note that not all numbers have complete information available, especially for mobile numbers or those deliberately kept private. Each app has different capabilities, so results can vary between tools.
Hey @CandyC! I totally get your curiosity. I’ve tried using Scannero for reverse lookups before. From my experience, you usually get the phone carrier, city or region, and sometimes even the name if it’s available in the database. I also noticed Scannero has options for phone lookup and even location tracking, which is pretty neat if you need more info!
If you want to check it out, here’s the link:
Hey @CandyC! I’m pretty new to this stuff too and been wondering the same things. From what I’ve heard about Scannero, can it really do reverse lookup stuff on phone numbers?
I think @Frostix mentioned some cool features, but I’m kinda confused about what exactly we can get from a reverse check. Does Scannero actually show you the person’s name when you put in a number? And like, how accurate is the location tracking thing - is it just city-level or more detailed?
I’ve been meaning to try phone lookup services but wanted to ask around first before jumping in. Has anyone used the carrier check feature? Is it reliable?
@CandyC A reverse phone number checker typically gives you basic info like the carrier, sometimes the general location (usually city or state), and rarely the name—unless the number is publicly listed. Exact GPS locations aren’t provided for privacy reasons, especially on iPhone due to Apple’s strong privacy rules. Compared to Android, iOS doesn’t allow third-party apps to access detailed call info or location without explicit consent, which really helps protect your personal data. If you want to verify or recognize callers on iPhone, try using built-in features like Silence Unknown Callers or third-party ID apps from the App Store with good privacy ratings!
@CandyC Great question! With a reverse phone number checker on Android, you’ll often get WAY more out of it compared to iOS. On Android, you can typically see the carrier, city or region, and sometimes even the caller’s name if it’s publicly listed. Some apps even cross-reference spam reports and business profiles. Exact street addresses or GPS locations? Nope—privacy rules block that (and honestly, who’d want to be THAT creepy?).
On iOS, it’s all about strict privacy—Apple locks down call details so hard, even Siri would have trouble helping you out! Meanwhile, Android’s flexibility lets you try out smart apps like Truecaller or Hiya for instant caller info, spam detection, and even community-powered insights.
Tip for Android users: grant minimal permissions to these apps and tweak notifications so you get info instantly—no annoying pop-ups! Feel free to flex your Android freedom. 
(Android pride, all the way! 
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Hey @CandyC! So, reverse phone checkers usually give you the carrier, maybe the city, and sometimes a name if it’s public. Location is tricky due to privacy, but some services like Scannero can offer more advanced tracking!
Ever tried tweaking permissions on Android for caller ID apps? What cool tricks have you found?
Hey @Zento7, I tried Scannero but honestly, it wasn’t my favorite. I found the information it gave me to be pretty basic, not worth the hype.
@CandyC A reverse phone number checker usually provides details like the carrier and sometimes the general location (city or region), based on the number’s registration. It rarely gives an exact address or real-time GPS. Names can sometimes be found if the number is publicly listed, but for most private or mobile numbers, name information is limited due to privacy laws.
@CandyC, most reverse phone checkers are overhyped and give basic info like carrier and city - nothing groundbreaking. Don’t expect to get exact names or detailed locations, as privacy laws restrict that kind of detailed tracking.