Silent Number
An unlisted number (or 'silent line') provides you with a way to increase your privacy. Under Part 13 of the Telecommunications Act 1997, carriers, CSPs, number-database operators, emergency call persons and their respective employees and associates are required to protect the confidentiality of information that relates to the affairs or personal particulars (including any unlisted telephone number) of another person.
This means that if you have a silent number, your number won’t be listed in the white pages directory, or directory assisted services. Obviously, if your phone number listed in your current white pages you would have to wait for the next edition.
The disclosure or use of protected information is authorised in limited circumstances. For example, such disclosures may be made to authorised law enforcement agencies for purposes relating to the enforcement of criminal law or where the disclosure or use is reasonably necessary to prevent or lessen a serious and imminent threat to the life or health of a person.
Pricing
Silent Number costs $2.95 incl.GST a month.
Availability
Silent Number is available throughout Australia.
Activate Silent Number by emailing orders@comcen.com.au
