Enter your IMEI to check carrier lock, blacklist status, warranty, Find My iPhone, and more β instantly and for free.
Dial *#06# on your iPhone or go to Settings β General β About
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Fastest method. IMEI appears on screen instantly.
Settings β General β About β Scroll to IMEI
Engraved on SIM tray or printed on original packaging.
Our comprehensive IMEI report covers every important aspect of your iPhone's status.
Identifies the exact iPhone model from the IMEI's TAC code, including the generation and variant.
Checks global carrier databases to determine if the device is reported stolen, lost, or blocked.
Tells you which carrier the iPhone is locked to, or confirms it's SIM-unlocked for any network.
Shows whether Apple's standard 1-year warranty or AppleCare+ coverage is still active.
Checks if Find My iPhone is enabled β critical to verify before buying any used iPhone.
Identifies the country where the device was originally purchased or activated.
An IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit number assigned to every mobile device. It's the fingerprint of your iPhone β no two devices share the same IMEI. Here's how the 15 digits break down:
iPhone XS, XR, and all later models support Dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Each SIM slot has its own IMEI. When checking a dual-SIM iPhone, you'll see IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 listed separately in Settings β General β About.
An IMEI check reveals the device model, carrier network, SIM lock status, blacklist/stolen status, warranty expiry date, Find My iPhone status, activation lock status, and country of original purchase. Premium services may also show full carrier history and repair records.
Sharing your IMEI for the purpose of checking its status is generally safe. The IMEI itself cannot be used to access your personal data, Apple ID, or make calls. However, avoid sharing it on public forums or with untrusted parties, as unscrupulous sellers may use it to clone device identities.
A "locked" result means your iPhone is tied to a specific carrier. You can usually get it unlocked by: (1) Contacting your carrier directly to request an official unlock, (2) Using a reputable third-party IMEI unlock service. Check our IMEI Unlock guide for step-by-step instructions.
The free basic check validates the IMEI format using the Luhn algorithm and provides estimated carrier and model information. For comprehensive results including real-time blacklist database checks and full carrier history, a paid check from a specialized service is recommended, especially when buying a used device.