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Will I need a new SIM card for my phone if I bring it to Q Link?

If you already have a SIM card in the smartphone you plan to bring to Q Link, you’ll have to enter its last 4 digits to see if it’s compatible with our network. If you can’t find the SIM number, check out our guides on finding your Android’s SIM card number or finding your iPhone’s SIM card number.

If your current SIM card is compatible, you just need to activate your phone to start enjoying free service for life!

If your current SIM card is not compatible, you’ll need to verify your address so we can send you a free SIM card kit without any shipping or activation fees!

After you receive the kit, just follow our instructions on inserting the new card into your smartphone and then get your phone activated!

Where can I find the IMEI/MEID/ESN number on my iPhone?

There are 3 different ways to find your IMEI/MEID/ESN number on your iPhone. Try any of them.

Option 1:

  • Dial *#06# and the IMEI /MEID/ESN will show on the screen.
    imei in iphone

Option 2:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Tap General
  3. Tap About
  4. Scroll down and locate the IMEI/MEID/ESN number.
    find imei in iphone

Option 3:

  1. Insert a paper clip or a SIM-eject tool into the hole beside the tray
  2. Eject the tray
  3. Then view the IMEI number on the tray.
    find imei

Where can I find the IMEI/MEID/ESN number on my Android phone?

There are different ways to find the IMEI/MEID/ESN number on your Android Phone.

Option 1:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Tap About Phone
  3. Tap Status
  4. Scroll down and locate the IMEI/MEID/ESN number.

Option 2:

  1. Dial *#06# to have your IMEI/MEID/ESN show up on your screen.

Option 3:

  1. Remove the back cover and the battery to view the IMEI/MEID/ESN number.
    find imei in android from Q Link Wireless

What is IMEI/MEID/ESN?

The IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), the MEID (Mobile Equipment Identifier), or ESN (Electronic Serial Number) is a specific number that identifies a cell phone in the United States. Cell phone networks use this identifier to provide service to the phone. Your phone may not have an ESN, then it will show as the IMEI or MEID.

To locate your IMEI/MEID/ESN number, take a look at our guide to finding your IMEI/MEID/ESN on your Android Phone or finding your IMEI/MEID/ESN on your iPhone. Once it is located you can check if your phone is compatible with the Bring Your Own Phone program.