How do I find my phone's IMEI number?

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1. How do I find my phone's IMEI number?
2. Is it safe to give IMEI number?
3. What is the IMEI number on an iPhone?
4. What is an IMEI number on a cell phone?
5. What can someone do with your IMEI number?
6. How can I track my phone using IMEI number online?
7. What can someone do with the IMEI number?
8. What happens if you share your IMEI number?
9. Can I check if my iPhone is unlocked by IMEI?
10. What can someone do if they have your IMEI number?
11. How important is IMEI number?
12. Can thieves change IMEI number?
13. Can IMEI number be traced?
14. Can I track my stolen phone using IMEI number?
15. How can I track my lost phone using IMEI number?
16. Can a phone be tracked with IMEI number?
17. Can you tell carrier by IMEI?
18. How can I check IMEI for free?
19. What can someone do with a IMEI number?
20. Can I use my IMEI number to unlock my phone?

How do I find my phone's IMEI number?

How to find the IMEI number on an Android by dialing

1. Open Phone app on your Android.
2. Dial "*#06#" on your keypad.
3. A box will automatically pop up that displays several numbers, including the IMEI.
4. Open the Settings app on your Android.
5. Tap "About Phone."
6. Scroll down and you'll find the number listed under "IMEI."

Is it safe to give IMEI number?

From the seller's side, giving out an IMEI number is a huge risk. Some sellers have lost their phones' usability to hackers after giving the IMEI out to criminals masquerading as potential bidders. The safest bet is to only give the IMEI number to someone who has already paid for the phone.

What is the IMEI number on an iPhone?

Every iPhone has a unique, 15-digit IMEI number that identifies it on a cellular network. If you need to find an IMEI number to unlock your iPhone for a different cellular provider, you can locate it in the Settings app on the About page. You can also dial *#06# on your iPhone to see the IMEI number.

What is an IMEI number on a cell phone?

No matter what phone you're using — whether it's a budget Moto G7 or a $900 Galaxy Note 10+ — it will have an International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. The IMEI number is a unique identifier that's usually a string of 15 digits, and comes in handy if you're trying to locate a lost or stolen phone.

What can someone do with your IMEI number?

Having your IMEI number hacked is a serious matter since you could face a service interruption with your own smartphone or cell phone, and it's also possible that thieves could access your personal information to commit ID fraud.

How can I track my phone using IMEI number online?

How to Track Lost Phone Using IMEI Number

1. Open IMEI Tracker by iStaunch.
2. Type IMEI number of your Android or iPhone device.
3. Solve captcha and tap on the Track.
4. You will see the real-time location of your phone on Google Maps.

What can someone do with the IMEI number?

The IMEI is bound to the device, not your phone number or account. It could be used to track stolen phones, and to lock them out from networks (done in a few countries, but not across borders or carriers normally, they could not agree on a global DB).

What happens if you share your IMEI number?

The IMEI number is also written on the SIM card tray on a few phones. ... Whichever method you use, make sure to write down the IMEI number and keep it safe. That way, you'll be able to give it to your carrier in case your phone gets lost or stolen. Also, make sure you don't share the IMEI number with other people.

Can I check if my iPhone is unlocked by IMEI?

Easiest way: Go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options. An option like Cellular Data Network indicates an unlocked iPhone. ... If you can make a call, your iPhone is unlocked. Or, enter the iPhone's IMEI number into an online service like IMEI Check and see if your device is unlocked.

What can someone do if they have your IMEI number?

Having your IMEI number hacked is a serious matter since you could face a service interruption with your own smartphone or cell phone, and it's also possible that thieves could access your personal information to commit ID fraud.

How important is IMEI number?

The primary reason that IMEI numbers are important is their ability to help track down and secure lost or stolen phones. ... This provides a secondary benefit that in the event of a lost or stolen phone, it's easy to locate where the last connection was.

Can thieves change IMEI number?

All mobile phones can be tracked and located with the help of a unique ID called IMEI number. ... However, thieves change the IMEI number of stolen mobiles using a 'flasher'. A flasher is a small device that helps connect the handset to a computer and allows the user to modify the IMEI number.

Can IMEI number be traced?

The 'flasher' is used to erase the IMEI number of cell phones making it impossible to trace stolen devices. ... The IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit number on every phone. It is used by the police to trace cell phones.

Can I track my stolen phone using IMEI number?

If you cannot use the “Find My Device” option, you can try to find your device via the IMEI number. ... Install AntiTheft App and IMEI Tracker and you'll be able to track down your device the using IMEI number. If you cannot find your phone for any reason, you can always erase it and lock it using “Find My Device”.

How can I track my lost phone using IMEI number?

To track your lost Android phone with the IMEI number, you need to download a third-party IMEI tracking app, such as IMEI Tracker-Find My Device. However, we recommend using this method as your last resort. Google's Find My Device is usually the best way to find a missing Android phone.

Can a phone be tracked with IMEI number?

The Police have two methods for tracking your phone when it's stolen, they can use your phone number or your IMEI number. ... Because the IMEI number is registered to your specific handset the Police will be able to track the device itself, even if the SIM card has been changed.

Can you tell carrier by IMEI?

In the end, the most reliable way to check if your phone is unlocked is to ask your carrier. If your phone is unlocked and you want to switch carriers, you can use your IMEI number to check if your phone is compatible with other networks. Most carriers have some type of compatibility check on their website.

How can I check IMEI for free?

Follow these steps to use our free IMEI checker.

1. Dial *#06# to see the IMEI number on your screen. The IMEI is a unique number assigned to your phone. ...
2. Enter your IMEI in the white bar field above. You will first have to pass the CAPTCHA test. ...
3. Verify that the IMEI is clean and the phone is not blacklisted.

What can someone do with a IMEI number?

The IMEI is bound to the device, not your phone number or account. It could be used to track stolen phones, and to lock them out from networks (done in a few countries, but not across borders or carriers normally, they could not agree on a global DB).

Can I use my IMEI number to unlock my phone?

Got an Android phone? You can also get your IMEI through the Settings part of your phone. Once you've opened Settings, go to 'About Device' and thence to 'Status'. ... Once you've provided your network with your IMEI they can start the unlocking process.