Recording telephone conversations on smartphones Samsung with an operating system Android is a task that faced by both businessmen and ordinary users. Some people want to maintain important negotiations, others want to record agreements with clients, and others just need insurance in case of controversial situations. However, not everyone knows that standard tools Android (especially on new versions) are often do not support call recording out of the box. Moreover, after privacy policy updates Google many applications lost access to the microphone during calls.

In this article we will look at current methods of recording conversations on devices Samsung Galaxy (including models S23, S22, A54 and others), we will analyze the best applications taking into account their functionality, reliability and compliance with laws. We will pay special attention to workaround solutions for Android 12+where standard methods no longer work. You will also learn how to avoid problems with storing recordings and why some apps can be blocked by antiviruses.

Why did Samsung remove the built-in call recording?

Before the version Android 10 many smartphones Samsung had a built-in call recording function in the standard application Phone. However, with the release Android 11 and tightening of privacy policy Google this option disappeared. Reasons:

  • 🔒 Google Play requirements: since 2021, applications are prohibited from using the API to record calls without explicitly notifying all participants in the conversation.
  • 📱 Separation of access rights: in new versions of Android, applications cannot simultaneously work with a microphone and a telephone module.
  • 🌍 Local laws: in some countries (for example, in the EU), recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is considered a violation of the GDPR.

On some models Samsung (for example Galaxy S21 for the Korean market) the recording function remains, but it only works with a warning for the subscriber. In Russia and the CIS, this option is not officially available.

⚠️ Attention: Using recordings of conversations in court or for blackmail without the consent of the other party may be considered a violation Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (violation of the secrecy of correspondence). Always notify your interlocutor about the recording!

Top 5 applications for recording calls on Samsung in 2026

Despite the limitations, there are workarounds. We tested dozens of apps and selected those that work stably on Samsung s Android 12–14. Selection criteria: recording quality, reliability, absence of viruses and compatibility with the latest firmware.

Application Rating (★) Features Cons
Cube Call Recorder ACR 4.7 🎤 Recording from both sides, cloud storage, VoIP support (WhatsApp, Viber). Paid version for HD quality, sometimes glitches on One UI 6.
Call Recorder – Automatic 4.5 🔄 Automatic recording by numbers/contacts, file encryption. Advertising in the free version, does not work on some operators (MTS, Beeline).
Truecaller 4.3 📞 Built-in recording + spam blocking, number recognition. Recording only incoming calls, requires registration.
RMC: Android Call Recorder 4.2 🔊 Support for root access for better quality, manual recording mode. Complicated interface, not updated since 2023.
Call Recorder by Lovekara 4.0 💾 Saving in MP3/WAV, integration with Google Drive. Plugins for VoIP are paid, sometimes it does not catch outgoing ones.

For owners Samsung Galaxy s root access the best choice would be RMC —it records sound directly from the phone module, without loss of quality. For the rest, we recommend Cube ACR or Call Recorder – Automatic (the latter copes better with automation).

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How to set up call recording on Samsung: step-by-step guide

Install the application - half the battle. For recording to work stably, you need to correctly configure access rights and app parameters. Let's look at the process using an example Cube Call Recorder ACR (similar for other applications).

  1. Download the application from Google Play (or from the official website if it is removed from the store).

  2. When you first start, provide access to:

    • 📞 Phone (to determine calls);
    • 🎤 Microphone (to record your voice);
    • 📁 Storage (to save files).

  3. In the application settings (⚙️ → Record Settings) select:

    • 🔘 File format: MP3 (optimal for saving space);
    • 📶 Audio source: Voice Call + Mic (for recording both interlocutors);
    • ☁️ Cloud backup: Google Drive/Dropbox (optional).

  • Enable the option Auto-record and select which calls to record:

    • 📱 All;
    • 📇 Only from contacts;
    • 🚫 Exclude (for example, bank numbers).

    After setting up, make a test call (for example, to your other number) and check the quality of the recording. If the sound is quiet or only your voice is recorded, try:

    • 🔊 Increase the microphone volume in the application settings;
    • 📶 Switch the sound source to Voice Call (No Mic) (but then your voice will not be heard);
    • 🔄 Reboot the phone (sometimes it helps if the telephony module fails).

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    ⚠️ Attention: On Samsung Galaxy c One UI 5/6 some applications may not see incoming calls. In this case, add the app to Settings → Applications → Special access → Battery optimization → All applications and disable optimization.

    Alternative ways to record without applications

    If no application works stable, workarounds can be used. They are less convenient, but are guaranteed to work even on the latest versions of Android.

    1. Recording via a second line (for Samsung Dual SIM)

    If your Samsung supports two SIM cards, you can:

    1. Insert the second SIM into another slot;
    2. From the first number, call the second;
    3. Turn on speakerphone and record the conversation on a voice recorder.

    Minus: low sound quality and the need for manual control.

    2. Using a Bluetooth headset with recording

    Some Bluetooth headphones (for example, Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro) have a built-in voice recorder. Algorithm:

    1. Connect the headset to the phone;
    2. Start a conversation;
    3. Activate recording through the headphone application (for example, Galaxy Wearable).

    3. Recording via a computer (for the tech-savvy)

    Using the app Scrcpy (or Vysor), you can broadcast the screen Samsung to a PC and record sound through your computer's audio card. You will need:

    • 🖥️ Install ADB and turn on USB debugging on the phone;
    • 🎧 Connect headphones to the PC for better sound;
    • 📹 Use OBS Studio for audio capture.
    How to enable USB debugging on Samsung?

    Go to Settings → About phone → Software information and click on Build number7 times Then return to Settings → Developer options and activate USB debugging.

    In Russia, the recording of telephone conversations is regulated by several regulations:

    • 📜 Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation: guarantees the secrecy of correspondence and negotiations, but allows restrictions by court decision.
    • 📜 Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation: violation of the secrecy of negotiations is punishable by a fine of up to 80,000 rubles or correctional labor.
    • 📜 Civil Code of the Russian Federation (Article 9): records can be used in court as evidence if they were obtained legally.

    Key points:

    • ✅ You can recordif you are a participant in the conversation and use the recording for personal needs (reminder, evidence in a dispute).
    • ❌ You cannot distribute a recording without the consent of the interlocutor (for example, post it on a social network).
    • ⚖️ In court a recording can be recognized as evidence if the court considers its receipt legal.

    Practical tips:

    • 🗣️ Notify the interlocutor about recording at the beginning of a conversation (for example: “The conversation is being recorded to record agreements”).
    • 📝 Save records to third parties without good reason. no longer than necessary (for example, until the dispute is resolved).
    • 🔒 Do not transfer files to third parties without good reason.
    ⚠️ Attention: The laws are stricter - recording without consent may be considered a criminal offense. Before use, check your local laws! Belarus And Kazakhstan the laws are stricter—recording without consent can be a criminal offense. Please check local regulations before use!

    Frequent problems and their solutions

    Even with a properly configured application, failures may occur. Let's look at typical errors and ways to eliminate them.

    Problem Possible cause Solution
    The voice of the interlocutor is not recorded Limitations of Android 12+ or operator Try Cube ACR with the source Voice Call (No Mic) or use a Bluetooth headset.
    The application does not see calls Battery optimization or conflict with One UI Add the application to battery exceptions and restart the phone.
    Recordings are saved without sound Microphone failure or codec Check microphone access rights and change the recording format to WAV.
    The application has been removed from Google Play Violation of the privacy policy Download APK from the official developer website (for example, acr.app for Cube).

    If none of the methods helped, check:

    • 📶 Version firmware: on some models Samsung after updating to One UI 6 recording stops working;
    • 🛠️ Operator settings: some operators (for example, Tele2) block recording at the network level;
    • 🔄 Application conflict: antiviruses (for example, Dr.Web) may block access to the microphone.
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    If the recording is needed for legal proceedings, save the original files unchanged. Any editing (trimming, conversion) may cast doubt on their reliability.

    How to protect records from outsiders?

    Recordings of telephone conversations are confidential information that can be used against you if leaked. To secure your data:

    • 🔐 Encrypt files: use applications like Call Recorder – Automatic with an encryption function or archivers like 7-Zip with a password.
    • ☁️ Store in the cloud with protection: upload records to Google Drive or Mega with two-factor verification enabled.
    • 🗑️ Delete unnecessary recordings: regularly clean out the folder with recordings (usually /CallRecordings/ or /ACR/).
    • 📱 Set up an app lock: Most recording apps have a PIN or fingerprint option.

    For added security:

    1. Disable auto-uploading of recordings to instant messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram);
    2. Do not store recordings on an SD card (it is easier to lose or copy);
    3. Use private DNS (for example, 1.1.1.1) for protection traffic when uploading to the cloud.
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    Never name record files with the real names of the interlocutors (for example, “Call with Ivan on debt.pdf”). Use neutral names like "2026-05-15_14-30.mp3".

    Is it possible to record calls on Samsung without applications?

    On older models (before Android 10) there was a built-in function entries in the standard application Phone. It has now been removed, but you can use workaround methods:

    • 📱 Dual SIM: call from the second line and record on a voice recorder;
    • 🎧 Bluetooth headset with recording function;
    • 🖥️ Screen capture via PC (for example, Scrcpy).
    Why does the application record only my voice, but the other person cannot be heard?

    This is a limitation Android 12+, where applications are prohibited from direct access to the call audio stream. Solutions:

    • 🔄 Use Cube ACR with the source Voice Call (No Mic) —only the interlocutor will be heard;
    • 📱 Turn on speakerphone and record via microphone (but the quality will deteriorate);
    • 🛠️ Install magisk module (root required) to bypass restrictions.
    Is it legal to use call recordings in court?

    Yes, but with reservations:

    • ✅ Recording is allowed as evidence, if it was made by one of the participants in the conversation;
    • ⚖️ The court may reject the recording if it considers its receipt illegal (for example, without notifying the interlocutor);
    • 📄 It’s better in advance record the fact of recording (for example, send an SMS with notification).

    In arbitration disputes records are accepted more often than in civil cases.

    How to restore accidentally deleted records?

    If the files were recently deleted:

    1. Check the folder /CallRecordings/ or /ACR/ via the file manager;
    2. Use data recovery apps (DiskDigger, Recuva);
    3. If the records were synchronized with cloud, check the trash Google Drive or Dropbox.

    ⚠️ After deleting do not write new files to the phone - this will reduce the chances of recovery.

    Which application is better for recording VoIP calls (WhatsApp, Viber)?

    For recording calls via instant messengers, the following are suitable:

    • 🥇 Cube Call Recorder ACR - supports WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram;
    • 🥈 Call Recorder by Lovekara - there is a plugin for VoIP;
    • 🥉 Truecaller - records incoming VoIP, but with restrictions.

    Important: for recording WhatsApp may be required disable battery optimization for messenger.