Check iCloud and 'Find my iPhone' status by IMEI Number
About to buy a second hand Apple device? Make sure you can use it, by checking its iCloud and ‘Find My iPhone’ feature status. All it takes is your IMEI number. Unique to each device, this 15-digit number is key to uncovering your device’s ‘Find My iPhone’ status. Just type your IMEI into the box above to find out.
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Find my IMEI number
Type *#06# into your smartphone keypad and your unique, 15-digit, IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number will appear on your screen.
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Once you’ve got your 15-digit IMEI number, just copy and paste or type it directly into the search box above. Press ‘Check now’ and leave the rest to us.
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Using your IMEI, we’ll run comprehensive checks against your device and email a full report. All in under 2 hours.
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Fast, accurate, comprehensive and confidential, IMEI Phone Check delivers peace of mind to anyone who’s thinking of buying a second hand Apple device. Save time, money and protect yourself from buying a device you won’t be able to sign into.
All Apple devices and models supported. Want to find out more? Get a taste of what you’ll receive with our free report.
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IMEI phone check also offers advanced services for devices from some manufacturers.
For example for Apple devices we offer Find My iPhone status, iCloud status, blacklist status, network and simlock checks, unlocking simlock warranty checks, carrier checks and seller information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to find out more about our iCloud check? Get answers to some common queries below.
What’s ‘Find My iPhone’?
‘Find My iPhone’ is a feature on all Apple products. Its main purpose is to help owners keep track of and locate their Apple devices.
What’s an Activation Lock?
Part of the ‘Find My iPhone’ app, Activation Lock is a security feature. It’s designed to prevent unauthorised people from using a device. It’s automatically enabled if the ‘Find My iPhone’ feature is turned on. The registered Apple ID and password will then be required in order to erase or reactivate the device. Whether it’s on or off could be the difference between having a device you can use and one you can’t.
What happens if I buy a second hand Apple device with the ‘Find My iPhone’ feature on?
If the ‘Find My iPhone’ feature is enabled on your second hand Apple device the Activation Lock will also be activated. This means you won’t be able to log in using your iCloud credentials.
What’s an IMEI number?
An IMEI or International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number is a 15-digit number that’s unique to all GSM (Global System for Mobile) mobile phones and smartphones.
What’s a GSM phone?
GSM or Global System for Mobile is the international standard for mobile telecommunications. If your device uses a SIM card, it’s likely to be a GSM phone. All GSM phones have an IMEI number.
How do I find my IMEI number?
There are three options.
- The easiest is to type *#06# into your smartphone keypad and your unique, 15-digit, IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number will appear on your screen.
- Another way is to go to Settings/About Phone/Status/IMEI Information
- Or remove the battery and locate it on the white label underneath (the first 15 digits are the IMEI number)
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