Find Your Mobile Phone IMEI Number

IMEI, the International Mobile Equipment Identity number, is on all GSM and UMTS mobile phones throughout the US. Mobile companies use the IMEI to identify valid subscribers and their equipment type. The IMEI number can be used to remotely disable the phone if lost or stolen, as well as select data content compatible with the phone.

HOW-TO FIND YOUR IMEI NUMBER

1. Power on the phone.
2. Make sure the phone is at the idle/home screen.
3. Press or key these charactors *#06# (0=zero)
4. After you press the last #, the 15-digit IMEI number will display on the screen.
5. Write down and store the number for future reference. Having the IMEI number if your phone is lost or stolen is invaluable.
6. If the number disappears, re-key *#06#.
7. As an alternative, turn off the phone, remove the battery, look for a label with the 15-digit IMEI number.
   

The IMEI can be valuable information when purchasing a used phone.

1. Call the carrier to verify the IMEI number is clear and not for a lost or stolen phone.
2. Lookup the IMEI number online: http://www.numberingplans.com/?page=analysis&sub=imeinr
   
3. Check phone carrier compatibility and usage.
4. Get more information from the phone manufacturer.
   

-Useful Links
http://www.numberingplans.com/?page=analysis&sub=imeinr - Lookup up IMEI numbers.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Equipment_Identity_Register - What is Central Equipment Identity Register?
http://www.mobilephonestracker.com/ - Tracks lost or stolen phones and more.
http://www.gsmworld.com/contact_us.htm - Worldwide IMEI Database keeper.

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