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Set a SIM PIN when suitable

Unlocking instructions and recovery information are known before enabling it.

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Done when

Unlocking instructions and recovery information are known before enabling it.

Unlocking instructions and recovery information are known before enabling it.

Who this is for

SIM owners; ask the carrier first if the existing PIN or PUK is unknown.

Why this matters

You know recovery steps before enabling a SIM lock.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Obtain PIN and recovery instructions from your carrier.
  2. Store recovery information securely away from the phone.
  3. Enable the feature using device instructions when ready; never guess PIN or PUK.

Evidence and references

Last reviewed: · Version 2