Why is my phone asking for a PUK code?

Why is my phone asking for a PUK code?

If it asking for a PUK key then you have probably messed with the security settings on your cell phone and the SIM card is now blocked. The PUK (or PUC) number is the PIN code needed to unfreeze the sim card.

What happens if you enter wrong PIN on PUK?

As soon as one makes three incorrect attempts, there is no chance of entering it for the fourth time, your SIM card gets PUK locked. It is also advisable to keep your phone away from young children, as sometimes they enter the wrong PIN while playing with the phone resulting in botheration for you with the PUK locked phone.

Where can I get a PUK code for my Tesco phone?

To get hold of a PUK from Vodafone, head to its site and fill in this form. You can get a PUK to unlock Tesco Mobile phones by dialling *#06# to get your IMEI number. Once you’ve got that, ring Tesco Mobile on 034 5301 4455, who text you your PUK code along with instructions to unlock your phone.

How is a PUK different from a PAC code?

Is it different from a PAC Code? A PUK, which is sometimes known as a network unlocking code (NUC) or personal unlocking code (PUC), is a unique sequence of eight digits that your network must supply, as long as you fulfil certain criteria. As indicated above, a PUK is required when you want to unlock a phone.

How to find your mobile PUK code online?

1 Log in to your mobile phone account on your computer and look for a PUK code section on your account page. Where this… 2 Some prepaid phones also use PUK codes and will provide them to you online if you know the mobile number and the name… More

What happens if you enter your PUK code wrong?

If you’ve had to enter your PUK code because you had the PIN code wrong, once you enter the PUK code, you will need to input a new PIN for the SIM card. After you have done so, your cell phone should be unlocked, and you will be able to use it again.

Do you need a PUK to unlock your phone?

Well, in the unlikely event that you had the foresight to keep it safe, you’ll be able to find your PUK written on the tray. If you weren’t that forward-looking, you’ll need to get a PUK from your network. Not all networks lock their phones. That, of course, means there’s no need to get a PUK to unlock them.

How do I enter my PUK code on my Nexus One?

Some phone users must enter **05* before entering the PUK code. Then, enter the 8-digit PUK card and hit enter. Nexus One users should type in the **05*, their PUK number, *, their new PIN number, *, their new PIN number again, #. What if I have lost my PUK number? Call your provider.