Select Get Code. Follow the prompts to receive your unlock code. You will then enter this code on your phone to unlock it. Non-Cricket customers, please call Customer Support at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-2538).
Cricket Wireless is a low-cost cell phone service that could help you save big bucks each month on your wireless phone bill. This budget carrier offers high-quality AT&T service with the same great coverage as the name brand, but at a fraction of the price.
Cricket Wireless has been a GSM network since 2015 when they were purchased by and became a subsidiary of AT&T. So, essentially, if you already have a phone on a GSM network, then you should be able to switch over your SIM card into another phone on a GSM network.
Your iPhone must accept a Cricket SIM card. Before you insert your SIM card, make sure you have the most recent iOS software.
Cricket Compatible Phones
- Sony Xperia XA2 Factory Unlocked Phone - 5.2" Screen - 32GB - Black (U.S. Warranty)
- Sony Xperia L1 G3313 - 16GB 5.5" LTE QuadCore Factory Unlocked Smartphone - Black.
- Sony Xperia XA2 H3123 LTE Factory Unlocked Phone - 5.2" Screen - 32GB - Black - International Version (Blue)
These third-party companies usually charge approximately $30 to unlock an iPhone. That might fluctuate a little bit, but expect to pay somewhere right around there. If they're asking for much more than that, shop around and see if you can find someone cheaper.
Check to see if your iPhone is compatible (use our IMEI checker). If it's an iPhone 5 or later, you should be good to go. Purchase a Cricket SIM card and one month of service. Visit to activate your service, and enjoy Cricket's Great, Big Network!
If you have an unlocked phone, you can typically use it with other cell phone providers that use similar networks. You just need a wireless service plan and a SIM card from the other carrier. If you have a locked phone, you will need to get it unlocked if you want to use it with another cell phone company's service.
Activate your new phone to transfer existing Cricket service. Click the first link listed under "Resources," then "Activate Now." Click "Activate Now" again, then enter your phone's serial number, located on the inward-facing surface of its battery.
Verify your phone is unlocked.
Purchase a Cricket SIM card and one month of service. You can also bring your current wireless number. When your package arrives, insert your SIM card into your phone. Visit activate to activate your service, and enjoy Cricket's Great, Big Network!To find your device ID number (IMEI), open your phone's keypad and dial *#06#. You should see a 15-digit number. If you don't see a 15-digit number, your phone is probably not compatible with Cricket. You can also look in your phone's settings to find your device ID number.
Yes, a locked AT&T phone will work with Cricket Wireless.
Once you've got your Cricket SIM, you'll need to activate it. If you purchased the SIM on Cricket's website, you'll fill out your order and phone number on the site and then click the activate button. Put the SIM card into your AT&T phone, power it on, and you'll be good to go!
The default PIN code for an AT&T SIM card is 1111. Change the default PIN code for more security. After activating SIM lock, you must enter the PIN code if you move the SIM card to another device. If you forget your SIM lock PIN code, learn how to get the PIN Unlock Key (PUK) code to unlock your SIM card.
Once you've got your Cricket SIM, you'll need to activate it. If you purchased the SIM on Cricket's website, you'll fill out your order and phone number on the site and then click the activate button. Put the SIM card into your AT&T phone, power it on, and you'll be good to go!
How do I activate my Cricket Wireless family plan lines?
- Insert your Cricket Wireless SIM card into your phone.
- Turn your phone on.
- Visit Cricket's activation web page.
- Enter the Order Number you received from Cricket Wireless when you purchased your family plan.
- Enter one of the cell phone numbers on the family plan (any will work)
- Click "Activate"
Cricket Wireless is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that uses the AT&T network for its service and is one of the best cell phone providers around.
