How to change or delete your PIN code

– Voluntarily block your smartphone: You can deliberately enter three bad PIN codes, in order to access the request of your PUK code. Then you just have to enter it to access the reset of the PIN code.

Android: how to modify or delete the PIN code of your smartphone

You want to know how to modify the PIN code of your Android smartphone ? In this quick tutorial, we explain how to do in a few simple steps, but also how to delete or reactivate this code if necessary.

We are more and more likely to neglect the code of the SIM card. So much so whether it is deactivated, either it is left with the default PIN code (usually 0000 or 1234). The problem of this code is that when you enter erroneous codes too many times, you must then ask for a PUK unlocking code from your operator. But in some cases, the presence of this code may represent additional security. We therefore explain how to change it, deactivate it and reactivate it.

• Android: how to change the PIN code
• Android: how to deactivate PIN code
• Android: how to reactivate PIN code
• PIN code: why can’t I find the parameter at the place indicated ?
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Android: how to change the PIN code

• Go to Settings> Safety> SIM card locking *
• Touch to modify
• follow the instructions

CAUTION: To change the PIN code you must know the current PIN code.

Android: how to deactivate PIN code

Nothing’s easier :

• Go to Settings> Safety> SIM card locking *
• Uncheck SIM card lock

Android: how to reactivate PIN code

• Go to Settings> Safety> SIM card locking *
• Check SIM card lock
• Define a new code

PIN code: why can’t I find the parameter at the place indicated ?

* Of course these steps are the general steps. Some brands put this option in menus with slightly different titles:

Samsung

• Go to Settings> Biometric and safety data> Other security settings> Define SIM lock

Huawei / Honor

• Go to Settings> Safety and confidentiality> Other parameters> encryption and references> Define SIM card 1/SIM 2 card 2

Xiaomi

• Go to Settings> Additional settings> Confidentiality> SIM card locking

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How to change or delete your PIN code ?

Four small figures can lead us hard when we have lost them ! You have already experienced it, this moment when you no longer have your PIN code in mind and so it is impossible for you to access your phone. How to change or delete it on your Android iPhone or smartphone ? We explain to you.

What is the PIN code ?

It is always good to know what we are talking about: the code PINE means Personal Identification NOTUmber, that is to say personal identification number. It is a password of at least four digits, which simply allows you to access your smartphone on ignition. Its goal is simple: secure the contents of the phone by avoiding anyone to open it to search your personal data.

The PIN code offers three tests: after that, the SIM card on your phone automatically blocks. To avoid entering the wrong password, at the risk of having to change SIM card, take the small plastic card on which your SIM was integrated. You will then find the four -digit code of your smartphone. You still have to have it on hand !

How to do when you lost your PIN code ?

You no longer remember your PIN code and you have lost the card on which it was indicated ? Do not panic. Here are two solutions that allow you to solve this problem:

– Voluntarily block your smartphone: You can deliberately enter three bad PIN codes, in order to access the request of your PUK code. Then you just have to enter it to access the reset of the PIN code.

– Enter a digital combination : via your phone keyboard, enter the formula ** 05*PUK code*New PIN code*New PIN code#. This allows you to reset your PIN code thanks to the figure.

In both cases, you will need to know your PUK code. If this is not the case, you also find him on the mail that contained … Your SIM card.

How to change or deactivate the PIN code on Android ?

To change or deactivate the PIN code on an Android smartphone, you must follow these steps:

-to change the PIN code: go to Parameter> Safety> SIM card locking. Then click on “Modify” then “Change the PIN code of the SIM card” to type your new code. To confirm, enter it a second time. Finally, simply confirm to record the modification of your PIN code.

– to deactivate the PIN code: Open Settings> Safety> Lock screen. Then click on “Unlocking mode” before entering your code which allows you to access your smartphone. Select “None” to deactivate the PIN code then compose your code again. Confirm and your PIN code will be disabled !

How to change or deactivate the PIN code on iPhone ?

You want to change or deactivate the PIN code on your iPhone ? Here are the steps to follow to perform the two manipulations:

– to change the PIN code: access your settings then press Telephone> PIN Sim card> Modification. Enter your current PIN code and validate by clicking on “OK” at the top right of your iPhone. Then enter the new PIN code before confirming, then indicate the new PIN code a second time to finalize the change.

– To deactivate the PIN code: Open the settings of your iPhone then click on the “Phone” section. Then select “Sim pine” and uncheck the option by typing on the green symbol. The PIN code of your iPhone 12 is then disabled.