If you are wondering about the purchase of a used smartphone, then here’s what you should know to avoid buying a blocked one. The following information will let you learn what the blacklist database exactly is and how to check if the phone is legal. Let’s verify the blacklist status of your desired device with its assigned IMEI number.
In the following article, you will be able to find out:
What is a blacklist?
It’s important that you have a basic understanding of what is a phone blacklist. The phone blacklists collect the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) data and ESN (Electronic Serial number) of the devices blocked by the operators. Then, every signal is being blocked within all of the cellular services. Generally speaking, if a phone is blacklisted, it means that one was registered as lost or stolen. Other reasons include unpaid bills or installments and any suspicious activity.
How to check a blacklisted phone?
To verify device authenticity, you require an IMEI code assigned to this device. Locate it on the original package box or ask the seller about identifying numbers such as IMEI and Serial Number. Then, provide its assigned IMEI number to one of the online blacklist checkers.
The IMEI online checkers are free services that give you information about the device’s history. With this in mind, you will be able to find out not only the blacklist status but also the information about GSM devices, such as Warranty Status and SIM lock blockade.
How to locate IMEI number?
- First of all, dial *#06# on your device.
- Afterward, wait for the IMEI number to appear on the screen.
- Insert your IMEI number.
- Last of all, press the Check button.
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