Truecaller is a mobile caller-identification and spam-blocking app for incoming calls and messages. Its free version provides caller ID, spam warnings, manual call blocking, and basic number search, while additional blocking and convenience features require Premium.
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Device fit
Supported platforms
AndroidiOS
Capabilities can differ across platforms. Check the official plan and device requirements.
Before you subscribe
Free-plan availability
A free plan is available.
Truecaller’s official download page says the app is available for free on iPhone and Android. The official free-versus-premium comparison lists caller ID, spam detection, manual call blocking, basic search, and limited contact requests in the Free Version; ads are included.
Listed features
From the linked official sources
Real-time caller ID for unknown callers
Spam and scam call detection warnings
Manual blocking of unwanted calls
Incoming call and SMS identification for spam or fraud
Basic phone-number search
What the facts offer
Strengths
The free version identifies unknown callers in real time.
It provides spam warnings and manual blocking for unwanted calls without requiring Premium.
Check the trade-offs
Things to consider
The official comparison states that the free app contains ads.
Advanced spam blocking, including automatic blocking of top spammers and hidden numbers, is listed as a Premium feature.
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