We recently talked about the latest iPhones -from the iPhone 12- are compatible with the new eSIM cards, virtual cards that arrive to dislodge the cards in physical format. However, in both cases you must enter the PIN code, the number used to unlock this card and thus be able to use it. However, Do you know how to change the SIM PIN code on an iPhone? We teach you how to do it, step by step.
We will walk you through how to change the SIM card PIN on your iPhone and some options you have for this number such as, remove it completely and that when you turn on/off the terminal, it doesn’t ask you. Although this option is always advisable to have it active for security reasons.
What is the SIM PIN code?
Generally, this PIN code is confused with the unlock PIN code of our mobile devices. However, the initial PIN code of a SIM card is given by the operator who will offer you the mobile telephone service. If it is in physical format, it is printed on the medium – along with the card identification number and the PUK code, which we will discuss later.
Therefore, once you receive your SIM card, he will have an unlock code to be able to receive the telephone service and be able to use it. This is the time when you can replace this PIN code with another one – always 4 digits – that you will remember more easily.
How to Change the SIM Card PIN on an iPhone
What is certain is that changing the PIN code of your SIM card from an iPhone is very simple. And as we mentioned, this is perhaps the most recommended step to remember the numbers you need to enter and not make mistakes. Also, if you make a mistake several times -no more than three times-, the phone will be blocked and you will have to use the PUK code which we will talk about later.
But we are really talking about what interests us and who changes the SIM PIN code on an iPhone. So follow the steps below:
- Come into iPhone Settings
- Look for the optionMobile data‘ and enters
- Among all the alternatives that will be offered to you in the new menu, choose the one that refers to ‘SIM PIN‘
- Now in the new menu you will have two options: ‘SIM PIN’ and ‘Change PIN’. Select the second
- It will ask you to enter the current PIN -it will be the one that accompanies your operator’s SIM card-
- Once entered and validated, it will be time to enter your new PIN code. save it
This way, every time you turn on the iPhone, you can already unlock the SIM card with your new passcode. However, in the previous points, we talked about two options. And the first was ‘SIM PIN’. You will only have enable/disable the option. If you choose the second option, each time you turn on the iPhone, it will not ask you for any type of PIN code; i.e. you can use your contracted rate without any filters. Although remember that this will happen to anyone who manages to turn on your iPhone. So, for security, it is better not to deactivate this option.
How to get the PUK code of your SIM card
To enter the PIN code of your SIM card, you will have several attempts. If for some reason you cannot remember the PIN and If you fail more than three times, it’s time to have the PUK code handy. This eight-digit code will unblock your SIM so that it is once again operational and ready to receive the PIN code. We must also warn you that, if you enter the wrong PUK code 10 times, the SIM card is permanently blocked and you will need to request a new one from your telephone company.
Well, to obtain this PUK code, it will be simple: you have it printed on the physical medium supplied with the SIM card. In eSIM cards, this must be reflected in the PDF file that is attached to the delivery of the virtual card. Therefore, both the physical format and the PDF document should be kept safe. But what if you have lost these documents? Nothing happens: You can obtain it through the various applications of mobile operators, as well as by calling customer service providing your data.
For giving you an example in which you can guide yourself and with which we have the contracted line. This is the case of the operator O2 which, thanks to its application, you only have to go to “Home” of your account. Navigate through the screen and look for the option that tells you “Set up your line”. Once inside, you will have different options: Roaming, Special number blocking, Call forwarding and PUK code. By clicking on it, a pop-up window will appear indicating the PUK number of your SIM card. So write it down somewhere and save it for the future.
