Know if an iPhone is Stolen or this one locked by IMEI It is something that you have to know before buying a second-hand iPhone to avoid headaches.
Un iPhone can be block by IMEI if it has been reported as Stolen, if it has been lost or if you have an outstanding debt with the operator.
Un iPhone Locked by IMEI it cannot be used with any carrier and, in most cases, cannot be unlocked. That is why it is so important that you check its condition before buying it.
Know if an iPhone is stolen or is blocked by IMEI
Use the form to know if an iPhone is stolen or it is blocked by IMEI.
What do I do to find out the IMEI? (Click here)
– If you are going to buy a second-hand iPhone, ask the seller for the IMEI.
– If you already have the iPhone, to find out your IMEI press *#06# on the phone keyboard. You will also find it in Settings, General, Information, in your SIM tray, or in the iPhone box
Once you have completed the process you will receive the information in the Email associated with your Paypal account or in the Email that you write in case of paying by credit card.
In most cases the information will arrive to your Email between 5 and 15 minutes after completing the process, though in exceptional cases the wait can be up to 6 hours.
The report you will receive will be similar to this:
IMEI: 012345678901234
Serial Number: AB123ABAB12
Model: IPHONE 5 16GB BLACK
IMEI marked as stolen/lost in Apple database: No/Yes
If you want you can also Find out the original carrier of the iPhone If you still have a permanent contract with that operator or if you can unlock by IMEI choosing the option from the drop-down menu will only cost you a few euros more.
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