Media Markt: activate SIM card - how it works

If you bought a SIM card from Media Markt, you must activate the SIM before using it for the first time. We'll show you how it's done.

Instructions: Unlock the Media Markt SIM card

• Media Markt is not a mobile operator, but only acts as an intermediary. The mobile phone contract runs either via O2 or Mobilcom Debitel.
• If you have a SIM card from O2, use the following website from 02. Alternatively, you can call 0800 3388844 free of charge.
• If you bought a SIM card from Mobilcom Debitel, you can go to this Mobilcom website.
• Now follow the instructions of the respective provider. In order to activate the Media Markt SIM card, you must provide your personal data.
• Then the SIM is activated directly or after a few minutes. You can now make calls and surf on the go.

Is the SIM card too big for your smartphone? In the next practical tip, we will show you how to cut a nano SIM card yourself.