Simlock: Find providers
If you bought a cell phone with an unknown simlock at an auction, you can find out the provider. We'll show you how.
Find out the provider: Call the manufacturer
Unfortunately, you cannot find out who the Simlock comes from on your mobile phone. You can contact the phone manufacturer to find out the provider. All you need is the device's IMEI (serial number).
- How to find out the IMEI of your iPhone, Android phone or Windows Phone.
- For Apple devices, dial 0800 6 645 451.
- Samsung can be reached on 0800 7 267 864.
- Nokia can be reached at 069 66800 990.
- Sony: 069 9508 6319
- LG: 0180 6 115411
- Motorola: 0800 5 030 011
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to free your iPhone from the T-Mobile Simlock.