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Network Check by IMEI
Find out which carrier provider your phone is locked to with our quick and easy carrier check service using your IMEI number.
To unlock your phone so that you can use it on any carrier, you first need to find out which carrier provider your phone is currently locked to. This is essential to unlock your phone and is an important piece of information when you want to sell or buy a phone.
Simply fill out our form below to find out what carrier your phone is locked to. We just need to know the model of your device and your unique 15 - digit IMEI number (dial *#06# to retrieve this).
How to carry out a Network Check
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Enter your Phone Details
We just need your phone's IMEI number so we can start processing your network check order.
Your phone's Network Check
Confirmation of your network check details will be sent to you via an email within 24hrs.
How to check which carrier provider your phone is locked to
Simply follow our step-by-step guide on how to easily find out the carrier your phone is locked to.
- Dial *#06# on your phone and your 15-digit IMEI number will appear on the screen. Make a note of this.
- Fill out our online form by selecting the model/brand of your phone and typing in your IMEI number, followed by your contact details and payment.
- We check your phone’s details using your IMEI to find out what carrier it is locked to.
- You will receive an email confirming the carrier details of your phone. This can take up to 24 hours.
Why do I need to know which carrier my phone is locked to?
Most mobile phones are locked into a carrier. The reason for this is because when you take out a phone contract, you essentially get your phone at a discounted price due to the carrier provider offering you a monthly contract deal.
Although this is a great way to get a new phone without paying for your device upfront, this means that your phone can only be used with the carrier provider you took the deal with. Unfortunately, this leaves you with no room to get a better deal with another carrier when your contract runs up.
However, thanks to third party services including our phone unlock service, you can remotely unlock your phone so that you can change carrier providers and shop around for better SIM deals. Finding out what carrier your phone is locked to is an essential piece of information that all phone unlock services need to know to unlock your phone securely.
Furthermore, if you are selling or buying a used phone, it is vital that you know if a phone is locked to a carrier to avoid extra costs. Selling a used phone that is unlocked will up the value of your device, allowing you to make more money on your used phone.