How to enter puk code on android

To unblock your SIM card right away, log into your Fizz account to reveal your PUK code (My Plans > Manage > Unblock SIM card). Type the code that is revealed into your phone.

If you entered 3 incorrect PIN codes and your phone displays “SIM card blocked” or “Enter PUK code”, your SIM card has been blocked to ensure your security.

To unblock your SIM card, you must enter a PUK (PIN Unlock Key) code.

Where to find your PUK code: 
  1. Log into your Fizz account and go to My Plans.
  2. Click on Manage and then Unblock SIM card.
  3. Click the slider to reveal your PUK code.
  4. Type this code into your phone to unblock your SIM.

To simplify this process in the future, write down your PUK code and keep it somewhere safe.

After you unblock your SIM card:

After unlocking your SIM card with a PUK code, go to your phone settings to personalize your PIN code. Choose an easy-to-remember PIN — it will prevent you from accidentally blocking your SIM card again. How do I personalize my PIN?

If you enter the incorrect PUK code 10 times, your SIM card will be permanently blocked. You will need to order a new SIM card. Order a new SIM card

If you received your PUK code by email:

The email you received contains several codes: PUK1, PIN2 and PUK2.

  • PUK1: The code to unlock your PIN if it is blocked.
  • PIN2 and PUK2: Codes used only by a few phones to protect access to some SIM card features
    • PIN2: The code set by default in your SIM card; if you have changed this default code, use the PUK2 code to reset it
    • PUK2: The code to unlock your PIN2 if it is blocked
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Learn how to get the PIN Unlock Key (PUK) code to unlock your SIM card. Devices display Enter PUK after more than three wrong PIN entries.

GUIDED PROCESS

Get PUK code to unlock SIM

Sign in to Troubleshoot & Resolve and select the device that needs the PUK code.Get it


DETAILED STEPS

How to unlock a SIM with a PIN unlock key (PUK)

  1. Go to your account overview and open the My wireless section.
  2. Scroll to My devices & add-ons and choose the device that needs a PUK code.
  3. Select Manage my device.
  4. Under See device options, select Get your PIN unlock key (PUK).

PUK2 or PUK blocked call operator

If your device displays PUK2 or PUK blocked call operator, then the wrong PUK code was entered 10 or more times in a row. The SIM card is blocked and must be replaced. Contact us to replace the blocked SIM card.

Last updated: December 18, 2020

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Here's how to unblock your phone's SIM card

Unblocking your phone

Unblocking your phone

Your phone can become blocked if you enter the wrong SIM card PIN number three times in a row. To unblock your SIM you’ll need a PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code.

Remember that unblocking is different to unlocking.

> Find out more about unlocking your device

How to get a PUK code

How to get a PUK code

  1. 1

    Go to Menu >Manage device

  2. 2

    scroll down to Unblock SIM (PUK code)

  3. 3

    select Show PUK code

Once you have your PUK code, enter this into your phone to unblock your SIM.

Please take care when you enter your PUK code into your phone – you'll block your SIM card again if you enter the wrong PUK code ten times in a row.

If you need more help with your PUK code

  1. call 150 from your EE phone 

  2. call 07953 966 250 from any phone


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Can I unlock my phone with PUK code?

Your PUK (Personal Unlocking Key) is an 8-digit code unique to your SIM card. If you don't know your SIM PIN, you can use your PUK code to unlock your mobile and reset your SIM PIN.

What do I dial for a PUK number?

SMS 'VPP' to 31050 from the cellphone number that you need the PUK for.

What is a PUK code Android SIM?

If you enter the PIN (Personal Identification Number) code incorrectly several times, the SIM card will be locked. You need the PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code to unlock the device. The PIN and PUK codes are used to protect your subscription and device against unauthorized use.

Can you unlock your SIM without the PUK code?

Well, you cannot unlock your SIM card if you do not have your PUK code. However, we can tell you other ways in which you can get it! One of the ways is by calling customer service. They will provide you with all the information once that you give them some personal information (name, address).