Android: Disable SIM PIN request

You can also deactivate the SIM PIN request with your Android smartphone. You can find the setting for this in the general settings of your mobile phone.

How to deactivate the SIM PIN request on Android

Note: The following steps apply to Android versions newer than Android 4.0. If you have an old smartphone, you may need different instructions.

1. Open the settings of your smartphone.
2. Search for the item "Security" and open this menu item with a simple tap.
3. Here you will find the item "Set up SIM lock" or "SIM PIN options". Choose this.
4. In the next menu, you can either deactivate the PIN request or change the PIN. To deactivate the query, simply remove the tick.

If your SIM card is not recognized (sometimes), you should not miss the appropriate tip on the subject.