Device unlock

how do I unlock my I phone so I can use a TextNow SIM card in it.

iPhone 6s Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Feb 4, 2023 1:05 PM

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Posted on Feb 4, 2023 2:45 PM

Only the wireless provider to which an iPhone is

currently locked can unlock it. Contact that

wireless provider to see if they offer unlocking

and if you qualify.


What does it say when you look at Settings>General>About>Carrier?

You may have to scroll to see the entry for Carrier.

To check if iPhone is locked to a Carrier, put the sim

you intend to use into the iPhone. If you get no error

message, the iPhone is not locked to a wireless provider.


What does it say at Settings>General>About and scroll down to Carrier Lock.

If the iPhone is unlocked, it should say 'No SIM restrictions'.

If you get a different answer, the iPhone is locked.

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Feb 4, 2023 2:45 PM in response to Noturkind

Only the wireless provider to which an iPhone is

currently locked can unlock it. Contact that

wireless provider to see if they offer unlocking

and if you qualify.


What does it say when you look at Settings>General>About>Carrier?

You may have to scroll to see the entry for Carrier.

To check if iPhone is locked to a Carrier, put the sim

you intend to use into the iPhone. If you get no error

message, the iPhone is not locked to a wireless provider.


What does it say at Settings>General>About and scroll down to Carrier Lock.

If the iPhone is unlocked, it should say 'No SIM restrictions'.

If you get a different answer, the iPhone is locked.

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