How to Obtain Phone Records

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Call your phone company.

   Identify the months you want to see and then call the phone company.
   
   Ask them if you can get a copy of the phone records and tell them the dates.
   
   You’ll probably be asked questions to prove that you are the owner of the account.For example, you might have to provide your account number, phone number, address, and PIN or Social Security Number.
   
   You can’t get the records for someone else.
   
   For example, you can’t call up your boyfriend’s cell phone provider and request his records.
   
   However, if your name is on the plan, then you can request the records.
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   Step 2: Pay a fee.

   Ask ahead of time how much the company charges for you to get a copy of the records.
   
   You may be charged for the records, especially if you request paper copies.
   
   However, you might be able to get a scanned PDF for free. , You might be able to request phone records through the phone company's website.
   
   You should log in and check for a link that will let you request them.
   
   The link might say "usage," "records," or something else.
   
   For example, T-Mobile lets you log into your account and then download your usage records.You’ll have to create an account first before you can make an online request.
   
   Typically, you need to create a username and password.
   
   Make sure to have your account number handy.
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   Step 3: Request records online.

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