Call recording that stays on your device
Press Record during a call and SIPdia writes a WAV file to your Mac or to the Files app on your iPhone. No cloud, no upload.
Shown with demo accounts and sample numbers.
How to record a call
- During a call, press Record (Mac shortcut ⇧⌘R).
- The first time, SIPdia shows a notice that the other person is not told. Confirm, or tick Don't ask again.
- Press Record again to stop, or let the call end. The file appears on the Recordings page or tab.
Where files go
| Platform | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mac | Music > Call Recordings | Choose another folder in Settings; the app keeps a secure bookmark to it. Move to Trash from the Recordings page. |
| iPhone and iPad | Files > On My iPhone > SIPdia > Call Recordings | Play and share from the Recordings tab. Deleting the app deletes the files. |
Rules built into the app
- One recording per call, to keep the engine from overwriting the file.
- Recording continues through hold and resumes capturing when the call resumes.
- A consent reminder before the first recording.
- Recordings are local files; SIPdia has no cloud storage and never sends them anywhere.
Before you record: the legal side
Call recording laws differ by country and, in some places, by state or province. Some require one party's consent, others require everyone on the call to agree, and workplaces often add their own rules. SIPdia gives you the tool and the reminder; you are responsible for using it lawfully. This page is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
Where are recordings saved?
On the Mac, in Music > Call Recordings by default, or a folder you choose. On iPhone and iPad, in Files > On My iPhone > SIPdia > Call Recordings. Nothing is uploaded.
What format are recordings?
WAV files, which most audio apps and media players can play.
Can I record the same call twice?
No. Each call can be recorded once. Stopping and restarting would overwrite the file in the call engine, so SIPdia prevents it.
Is the other person told that I am recording?
Not by SIPdia. Before recording starts the app reminds you of this, with a Don't ask again option. Whether you must announce a recording depends on the laws where you and the other party are; check before you record.
Does recording need Premium?
Yes. Starting a recording is part of SIPdia Premium. Stopping a recording always works.
Get SIPdia for your Mac, iPhone or iPad
Bring the SIP account you already have. The Mac and iPhone apps are in release preparation; download links appear on the download page when each release is live.
