Forgot IMEI number after upgrading iPhone 12 Pro to 16

Just upgraded my 12Pro to a 16 and forgot to log my IMEI number. I can’t now get back into my old phone to locate. Help please!




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iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 2, 2025 12:50 AM

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Posted on Sep 2, 2025 12:59 AM

"Forgot IMEI number after upgrading iPhone 12 Pro to 16: Just upgraded my 12Pro to a 16 and forgot to log my IMEI number. I can’t now get back into my old phone to locate. Help please!"

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Obtaining the IMEI Number of an Older Device:

A. Using the Web:

If still sign in to your account...

  1. Go to: Sign in to appleid.apple.com
  2. Select: the iPhone
  3. View: the IMEI number (Bottom-Left corner)


B. View the Original Packaging


C. View the Order Invoice


D. View Genius Bar Work Confirmation

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Sep 2, 2025 12:59 AM in response to Boomy62

"Forgot IMEI number after upgrading iPhone 12 Pro to 16: Just upgraded my 12Pro to a 16 and forgot to log my IMEI number. I can’t now get back into my old phone to locate. Help please!"

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Obtaining the IMEI Number of an Older Device:

A. Using the Web:

If still sign in to your account...

  1. Go to: Sign in to appleid.apple.com
  2. Select: the iPhone
  3. View: the IMEI number (Bottom-Left corner)


B. View the Original Packaging


C. View the Order Invoice


D. View Genius Bar Work Confirmation

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