Is it legal to record a call in Israel?
In Israel, recording phone calls generally follows One-party consent. Here's what that means in plain language — with the source and what you can and can't do.
Generally allowed One-party
If you are part of the conversation, you may record it without informing the other person. Recording calls you are NOT part of, or sharing recordings publicly to harm someone, can still be unlawful. A participant may record; third-party wiretapping is prohibited.
- Record calls you take part in, for your own records.
- Don't secretly record conversations between other people.
- Don't publish or share a recording to harm someone.
⚖ Informational only — not legal advice. This data may be out of date and laws change often — always verify your country's current legislation (tap the source link above) before recording, and consult a qualified lawyer for your specific case.
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Frequently asked
Is it legal to record phone calls in Israel?
Generally allowed. If you are part of the conversation, you may record it without informing the other person. Recording calls you are NOT part of, or sharing recordings publicly to harm someone, can still be unlawful. A participant may record; third-party wiretapping is prohibited.
Do I need the other person's consent to record a call in Israel?
If you are part of the conversation, you may record it without informing the other person. Recording calls you are NOT part of, or sharing recordings publicly to harm someone, can still be unlawful.
Keep a record of your calls.
Klear can record calls on supported Android devices. Before recording, check the rules that apply to your call and get consent when required.