Learn how to lock and unlock your wireless device. All smartphones sold by Verizon or retail partners are locked for 60 days from purchase date to prevent fraud.

Oct 7, 2025 · Verizon phones now unlock automatically 60 days after the date of purchase. If your phone was purchased prior to July 2019, you will need to call Verizon to unlock your …

Oct 31, 2024 · Unlocking a Verizon phone is as easy as can be. All you have to do in order to unlock a postpaid device is keep it on the network for 60 days, or about two billing cycles. If …

Jul 19, 2025 · To unlock manually, check that 60 days have passed, confirm your account has no outstanding payments, and then try using a SIM from another carrier. If your phone still asks …

This guide walks you through checking your unlock status, understanding Verizon’s policy, and requesting an unlock if needed. You’ll also learn how to insert a new SIM card, troubleshoot …

Aug 5, 2024 · Unlocking your phone with Verizon is simple, legal, and free. All you have to do is meet the carrier's simple unlocking requirement, and Verizon will automatically unlock your …

May 29, 2025 · Whether it is due to a forgotten passcode, a second-hand purchase, or Verizon's 60-day lock policy, this guide will walk you through simple, effective methods to unlock your …

Aug 22, 2025 · Find out if your Verizon phone needs an unlock code, how to check unlock status, and when to use universal codes like “000000” or “123456.”

Nov 3, 2019 · If you’re having trouble with an unlock, you can always call the Verizon hotline for SIM unlocks — 888-294-6804. Unfortunately, postpaid 3G devices, though rare these days, …

Oct 11, 2024 · To unlock your Verizon phone, follow these simple steps: Determine what type of Verizon phone you’re trying to unlock (postpay, prepaid, or global-ready 3G). Enter the correct …