How to Carrier Unlock Your Cell Phone

Unlocking your cell phone allows you to use any carrier—a major benefit if you're switching providers, traveling internationally, or planning to sell your phone. An unlocked phone is also more valuable in the second-hand market since it works with more networks.

Why Unlock?

• Switch carriers freely without buying a new phone.
• Use local SIMs abroad to avoid expensive roaming.
• Get more cash when you sell—unlocked phones sell faster and for better prices.

How to Unlock Your Phone

1. Check Eligibility
2. Your phone must be fully paid off, not reported lost or stolen, and active on your account for a period (usually 40–60 days). Check with your carrier's specific requirements.
3. Request Unlock from Your Carrier

• AT&T: Use their online unlock portal.
• T-Mobile: Request via your account or support.
• Verizon: Phones unlock automatically after 60 days.
• Apple iPhones: Unlocking is automatic via Apple's servers once approved.

1. Follow Unlock Instructions
2. Most Android phones require entering a code after inserting a new SIM.
3. iPhones typically unlock remotely—restart or reset network settings.
4. Confirm Unlock
5. Insert a SIM card from another carrier to ensure your device is unlocked.

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