How To (Legally) Record A Phone Call On Android – Sort of
The technical details of recording a call on an Android phone are relatively easy to grasp, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. First and foremost, it’s important that you are substantially aware of the social and legal ramifications of your phone recording activity.
As a general rule of thumb, it’s a good practice to inform any and all other participants whenever you are recording a call. Apart from being polite and cordial, this approach can also build trust and avoid awkward situations down the line.
But cordiality isn’t a matter of law.
Phone calls can generally be recorded, but it’s only legal if the rules of consent are followed—and these can vary based upon the particular jurisdiction in question. Many countries and U.S. states have different laws concerning recording phone calls. Therefore, you must be aware of the relevant laws in the locality/localities where the phone recording occurs to avoid running afoul of them.