What is butt dial?

Butt dialing refers to the unintentional dialing of a phone number on a mobile phone or other electronic device, typically by sitting on or bumping the device in a pocket or purse. The term "butt" refers to the backside of a person, which can accidentally trigger the touchscreen or buttons on the phone.

Butt dialing can lead to embarrassing situations, such as inadvertently calling someone and having the person on the other end hear private conversations or background noise. It can also consume battery life and accidentally activate features such as speakerphone or voice commands.

To prevent butt dialing, some phones have features like automatic lock screens or buttons that require multiple presses to activate. It is also recommended to avoid storing frequently dialed numbers in pockets or handbags.