CNAM (Caller ID Name)

A telecommunications service that displays the caller's name alongside their phone number on the recipient's device

CNAM (Caller ID Name) is a telecommunications service that provides the name associated with a calling phone number, helping recipients identify callers before answering and detect potential fraudulent calls.

Key Features

  • Name display
  • Number matching
  • Database lookup
  • Real-time delivery
  • Carrier integration

Usage Areas

  • Call screening
  • Fraud prevention
  • Identity verification
  • Business calls
  • Customer service

Security Aspects

  • Spoofing detection
  • Identity verification
  • Fraud prevention
  • Trust building
  • Call screening

Implementation

  • Database integration
  • Carrier support
  • Display formatting
  • Update management
  • Error handling

Best Practices

  • Regular updates
  • Accuracy checks
  • Format standards
  • Privacy compliance
  • Data management

CNAM services help improve call identification and reduce fraudulent calls.