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Network Check by IMEI
Find out which network provider your phone is locked to with our quick and easy network check service using your IMEI number.
To unlock your phone so that you can use it on any network, you first need to find out which network 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 network 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 network provider your phone is locked to
Simply follow our step-by-step guide on how to easily find out the network 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 network it is locked to.
- You will receive an email confirming the network details of your phone. This can take up to 24 hours.
Why do I need to know which network my phone is locked to?
Most mobile phones are locked into a network provider such as EE, Virgin Mobile, Three, O2, Vodafone etc. 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 network 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 network provider you took the deal with. Unfortunately, this leaves you with no room to get a better deal with another network 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 network providers and shop around for better SIM deals. Finding out what network 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 network 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.