How to Activate Straight Talk

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Straight Talk is a no-contract wireless plan created by TracFone and Walmart. [1] You can choose 2 plans: the $30 “All You Need” plan with approximately 1,000 minutes for 30 days or a $45 Unlimited plan for smart phones, which includes unlimited talk, data and text. Find out how to activate a Straight Talk plan using the phone of your choice.

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Choosing Your Phone

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    Go to http://www.straighttalk.com/wps/portal/home/h/coverage/servicearea/ .
    • TracFone uses the Sprint, Verizon and AT&T networks for service, so the phones and providers in your area will determine their coverage.
    • Choose a phone on the list that you have or would like to buy.
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    If it is on the list, the best option is to unlock a phone you have already bought with another cell phone plan. Call the wireless provider you have used and ask them to unlock your phone.
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    You can choose a phone from the list of phones that are available in your area.
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    Walmart bundles refurbished phones in packages with a 30-day Unlimited plan with Straight Talk.
    • You can go into a local Walmart or order from Walmart. com.
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Buying Your SIM Card

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    This will depend upon both the model of phone and your wireless provider.
    • Phones that work on the CDMA network have a letter “C” in the model number.
    • Phones that work on the GSM network have a letter “G” in the model number.
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    You can activate the service faster if you purchase the SIM card and plan card together. Walmart is the official provider of the activation pack.
    • If you find a Straight Talk activation pack at another store, such as eBay, it is a resale product.
    • Some phone models, such as the iPhone 4 and 4S require a micro SIM, rather than a regular SIM.
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    Go to http://www.straighttalk.com/wps/portal/home/shop and select “SIM Cards” from the drop down list. Follow the prompts to buy your CDMA or GSM SIM card for approximately $15.
    • You can choose to purchase a service plan card that will also be shipped to you, or you can wait and choose a plan on the website, when you activate your plan.
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Part 3
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Activating Your Plan

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    It lists the serial number you should use during the activation process, in place of your phone’s former serial number.
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    You may have already purchased a $30 or $45 service plan card, if you bought an activation kit from Walmart. If you do not have a service plan card, you can purchase it during the activation process.
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    com/activate once you have purchased received your SIM card. Click “Continue” to start the process.
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    The following are the different numbers you will need depending upon the type of phone you own:
    • Enter the IMEI/MEID number on the red activation card, if you bought the phone from TracFone.
    • Enter the last 15-digits of your new SIM card, if you have an existing phone, but purchased a TracFone SIM card.
    • Enter the MEID, if you purchased an iPhone through Walmart or the Straight Talk website.
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    Click on the credit card option, if you want to purchase your plan during activation.
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    It is necessary to pay each month anew with your credit card and to see details about your plan.
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    Agree to the terms and conditions.
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    Wait several hours to 2 days for mobile service to be activated. Try making a call.
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      • Call the customer service number, at 1-888-251-8164, if you have any problems during this process. [2]
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      • If you have chosen the Unlimited plan, go to your Settings application. Choose the network called “Cellular Data Network” to activate your data plan on your smartphone.
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      • During the activation process, you will be asked whether you want to keep your number or get a new number. This choice cannot be reversed later on.
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      Warnings

      • Beware that straight Talk plans do not include streaming. If you are using a smart phone, your data use will be limited to certain applications.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Unlocked cell phone
      • TracFone SIM card
      • Straight Talk service plan card/Credit Card
      • $30-$45 per month

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      References

      1. ↑ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TracFone_Wireless#Straight_Talk
      2. ↑ http://articles.sun-sentinel.com/2013-01-11/features/sfl-walmart-to-offer-monthly-nocontract-unlimited-plans-on-iphone-5-for-45-20130110_1_8gb-model-apple-smartphones-iphone

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