Your phone is your life—banking, photos, messages, passwords. But what if a silent hacker is listening, reading, or stealing your OTPs?
Cybercriminals use call forwarding tricks to redirect your calls and SMS to their number—without you knowing. The result? Stolen money, hacked accounts, and identity theft.
Good news: You can detect and stop this in seconds using 5 secret dialer codes that work on Android and iPhone. No apps. No cost. Just your phone dialer.
Backed by police advisories (like Ahmedabad Cyber Cell), this is your complete 2025 guide to phone security. Let’s dive in!
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How Hackers Hack Your Phone (And Why You Won’t Notice)
Hackers don’t need physical access. They use:
- Malicious apps (disguised as games or tools)
- Fake Wi-Fi hotspots
- Phishing SMS with malware links
- SIM swapping or call forwarding activation
Once activated, your calls go to them. You see nothing. They get your bank OTPs, verification codes, and voice messages.
Real Case: A Mumbai man lost ₹8 lakh because his phone was forwarded to a scammer in Nigeria.
5 Powerful USSD Codes to Detect & Block Hackers
Open your Phone app → Dial these codes → Press Call.
SAFE = “Disabled” or “Not Active”
DANGER = Any phone number shown!
1. *#21# – The All-in-One Spy Checker
- Checks forwarding for calls, SMS, data
- Hackers use this to steal OTPs
- Result: “Disabled” = Safe | Number shown = Hacked!
2. *#62# – Offline Call Redirect Detector
- Triggers when your phone is off or no signal
- Scammers wait for you to sleep or travel
- Red Alert: Unknown number = They’re listening!
3. *#67# – Busy Line Hijacker
- Activates when you’re on another call
- Perfect for intercepting bank calls
- Check now—most people ignore this!
4. ##002# – Emergency Nuke Button
- Deactivates ALL forwarding instantly
- One dial = Total reset
- Use weekly even if clean!
5. ##4636## – Android Deep Scan (Bonus!)
- Opens hidden system menu
- View: Battery, WiFi, Cell info, Usage stats
- Spot fake apps draining data
iPhone Users: Codes 1–4 work perfectly! Use Phone app. Code 5 is Android-only.
Step-by-Step: How to Check & Secure Your Phone
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open Dialer |
| 2 | Dial *#21# → Check result |
| 3 | Repeat for *#62#, *#67# |
| 4 | If any number appears, dial ##002# NOW |
| 5 | Restart phone |
| 6 | Run antivirus (Avast, Malwarebytes) |
| 7 | Enable 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) everywhere |
Done in 60 seconds. Peace of mind = priceless.
iPhone Users: Extra Settings Check
- Go to Settings > Phone
- Tap Call Forwarding
- Ensure it’s OFF
- Also check Silence Unknown Callers = ON
Pro Move: Use Focus Mode to block spam.
7 Golden Rules to Keep Hackers Out Forever
- Never click unknown links (even from “friends”)
- Use strong PIN + Biometrics (Face ID/Fingerprint)
- Install only from Play Store/App Store
- Turn on auto-updates (OS + apps)
- Use a trusted VPN on public Wi-Fi
- Scan with antivirus weekly
- Monitor bank SMS – report odd transactions instantly
Bonus: Enable Google Play Protect (Android) or Apple’s built-in scanner.
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FAQ: Everything You Wanted to Ask
Yes! *#21#, *#62#, *#67#, ##002# work on all GSM iPhones (iPhone 5 and above). Dial in the Phone app.
Dial ##002# immediately
Change all passwords
Call your bank & carrier
File cybercrime complaint
Weak signal? Try later
CDMA network (rare)? Contacat carrier
Still fails? Use iPhone Settings method
Installing new apps
Clicking suspicious links
Traveling abroad
Physical access
Malware on your phone
Solution: Use antivirus + avoid shady apps
100% safe. It’s a built-in diagnostic tool by Google. No risk.
Certo AntiSpy (iPhone)
Clario (Android/iOS)
NetGuard (Android firewall)
Final Action Plan: Secure Your Phone TODAY
- Dial ##002# NOW → Clear all forwarding
- Screenshot results of *#21#, *#62#, *#67#
- Share this guide with family & friends
- Set a reminder every Sunday to recheck
Your phone. Your rules. No hackers allowed.
