How to Remove the Pin Code on Android

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This wikiHow teaches you how to disable the PIN that protects your Android’s SIM card. You must be able to enter the PIN correctly to disable SIM locking.

1

Open your Android’s Settings.

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  1. It may also be on the home screen or in the notification panel.
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2

Tap "Security."

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  1. The option also might have another name depending on your model.
3

Tap "Set up SIM card lock."

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  1. It’s under the “SIM Card Lock” header.
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4

Select your SIM card.

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  1. If the SIM is protected by a PIN, a check mark will appear next to “Lock SIM Card.”
5

Tap "Lock SIM Card."

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  1. A pop-up will appear.
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6

Enter your current PIN and tap "OK".

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  1. If you don’t know the PIN, you may be able to get it from your mobile provider. If the PIN is accepted, the check mark will disappear from the “Lock SIM Card” box. This means the PIN is now removed.
    • Try not to guess the PIN, as you only have 3 attempts to get it right. If you enter the PIN incorrectly 3 times, you will be unable to try again.

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    How can I unblock my SIM card? It says PUK blocked.
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    There are various ways that you can unblock your card. One of them is visiting a website that deals with PUK numbers. Another way is to go to your device provider.
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      1. Open your Settings .
      2. Tap Security .
      3. Tap Set up SIM card lock .
      4. Tap your SIM card.
      5. Tap Lock SIM Card .
      6. Type the current PIN.
      7. Tap OK .

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