We have no idea why some people wonder how to remove the PIN code from a SIM card. No sensible reason comes to mind. Even a hardy Viking, who bows to no one, should maintain security attributes in their life. You know... an axe, a spare sail, or a SIM card PIN are basic tools for conquering seas and oceans. And yet, you still want to do it? Alright, sail with us, and you'll reach dry land!
How to disable SIM card PIN on Android?
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To disable the SIM card PIN on Android, go to the Settings menu. Then find Security & privacy, go into More security settings, and look for SIM card lock.
Are you using an older version of Android? In that case, you'll find the option to remove the SIM card PIN elsewhere. You'll also need to go into general settings, and then check the tabs that suggest security settings by name, e.g., Security or Security & privacy. Look for Other security settings or Set up SIM card lock, or simply SIM card lock.
How to remove SIM card PIN on iPhone?
And how to change the SIM card PIN on an iPhone? The path is similar to removing the SIM card PIN on Android, only the tab names differ slightly.
So, on iOS, you need to go to Settings, then tap Phone, and find SIM PIN. And yes, you guessed it – this is where you can lock your SIM card and assign it a PIN, or unlock it, freeing the user from the requirement to enter the SIM card PIN.
Changing the SIM card PIN – where, what, how
In the same place where you can disable the SIM card PIN code, you can also change it. An unlocked SIM card means the card is available at startup. If you slide the toggle or click to lock it, you will be prompted to enter a code. You can change the code in the same place under Change SIM PIN, and there, after entering the old code, you'll be able to assign a new one. As you can see, removing the SIM card PIN is as easy as changing it.
SIM card PIN – how to create it to be secure
When changing your SIM card PIN, it's worth remembering good practices for creating it. A PIN created with care will withstand hacker attacks, just as a sturdy ship will survive a squall. So remember to:
- Your SIM card PIN should not be your date of birth,
- Your SIM card code should not be an obvious sequence of digits like 0000, 5555, or 1234,
- Your PIN code should not be the same as, for example, your phone's code or your credit card PIN. Use different passwords and PINs for different things.
Creating a secure SIM card PIN is a crucial element of protecting user data and privacy. Good practices in this area help minimize the risk of unauthorized access to your phone and the information it contains. The Viking's sleep will then be peaceful 😴.
What else is worth remembering? Regular PIN changes! This way, even if someone has learned your previous PIN, they won't be able to use it in the future. However, it's important that the new PIN also meets security criteria.
Do not save your PIN in easily accessible places, such as notebooks, sticky notes, or files on your computer or phone without proper security. If you must save it, make sure it is stored in a secure location that only you can access.
Do not share your PIN with third parties. Even close ones should not know your PIN, unless absolutely necessary. You might trust someone with leaving milk at the gas station, but the consequences of a PIN leak are much harder to clean up 😉.
PUK code, your friend in need
Warning, this will be a truism. Haste is not a good advisor. Ba-dum-tsss!
But yes, every time someone enters their SIM card PIN incorrectly three times, one can recall this saying. In the meantime, you should approach the PIN like an untamed animal. Calmly, with a cool head, with sympathy, but also without fear. And if, out of frustration or FOMO, we enter the wrong code 3 times in a hurry, then... it's game over.
Well, but no. There's still the PUK code! The savior 🦸.
If your SIM card gets locked, a message will appear on the screen recommending that you contact your telecommunications service provider or asking you to enter the PUK code. Correctly entering the PUK code will allow you to set a new PIN for your SIM card and then log in to your device.
The PUK, just like the PIN, can be found on the plastic card from which the physical SIM card was originally embedded.
What else is worth knowing when changing or removing your SIM card PIN?
First and foremost, let's reiterate the beginning of this article. If you can, you should have a SIM card PIN. It's a matter of fundamental security for your data. The good news is that recovering your SIM card PIN is the same whether you have a subscription plan or a pay-as-you-go offer.
