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How to get your PUK code

If your device is asking for a PUK code (Personal Unlocking Key), it means you need to unblock your SIM card and change the PIN.

Follow the instructions in this article to retrieve your device's unique PUK code.

After you've retrieved your PUK code, visit our device guides for help unblocking and changing your device PIN.

  1. Log in to My Account
  2. Select the service
  3. Select Settings
    Click the Settings tab in My Account

  4. Select Show all settings
    Click Show all settings in My Account

  5. Select Your device's PUK Code
    Click to retrieve your device's Puk Code in My Account

Note: If you don't have My Account, contact us to retrieve your PUK code. 

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