How To Activate a Safelink SIM Card
What is Safelink SIM Card?
Safelink SIM card is a type of SIM card provided by Safelink Wireless, which is a government-supported program that offers free or low-cost mobile phone service to eligible individuals in the United States.
How To Activate a Safelink SIM Card
You can activate your phone through 611611. 6 1 1 6 1 1 Just text the word ACTIVATE to 611611 6 1 1 6 1 1 and follow the instructions. What should I do if I send the wrong Keyword to 611611? Reply with the right keyword.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my SafeLink SIM not working?
Have you tried to remove and reinsert your SIM card? Please try removing your SIM card and reinserting it to see if you are able to make and receive phone calls. If you are still experiencing issues with making and receiving calls, there are several ways that we can assist you with further troubleshooting.
Can I put my SafeLink SIM card in any phone?
Cell phones from nearly every manufacturer will work on our network as long as they use a SIM card! You must have a compatible or Unlocked GSM Phone in order to participate in the SafeLink Keep Your Own Smartphone plan.
What is the PIN number for SafeLink?
Enter the default PIN 1111 or 1234. Then, tap “OK.”
How do I activate 611611?
To activate your service, text the word ACTIVATE to 611611 here. To add airtime, text the word ADD to 611611 here. To update your data settings to send MMS and access the Internet, text the word APN to 611611 here. To download My Account app, text the word APP to 611611 here.
Can I activate my own phone on SafeLink?
Can I activate it when I sign up for SafeLink Wireless service? Yes, please follow our Keep Your Own Smartphone process on your phone/plan selection. We will send you a SIM card to be placed in your phone that allows the handset to receive your monthly minutes.
How do I enable my SIM card not working?
Open the Settings app on your smartphone, go to General and then About section. If any update is available, click on the button and go ahead with it. The update should fix any of the issues with the SIM not working message. Next, try removing your SIM card from the device and inserting it once again.
How do I activate SafeLink Wireless Tracfone?
The activation process
- Select “Activate”
- Select “I have a Tracfone phone”
- Enter the phone’s IMEI/MEID/Serial Number (located on the red activation card that came with the phone)
- Review and accept Tracfone’s Terms & Conditions.
Which carrier does SafeLink use?
Verizon network
SafeLink Wireless is a government-supported program that provides free cell phone service to eligible low-income households. The program is offered through a partnership between the government and TracFone Wireless, which uses the Verizon network to provide coverage to its customers.
How can I find out if my phone is compatible with SafeLink?
To check if your phone is compatible with our network, text the word BYOP to 611611 or click here. For instructions on how to request Call Detail Records, text the word CDR to 611611 or click here.
Does SafeLink use T-Mobile?
This Safelink SIM Kit will only work with previously enrolled active service. Also known as a bring your own phone (BYOP) kit, this activation kit allows you to convert your current compatible or unlocked phone into a Safelink phone. This kit is compatible with T-Mobile phones with micro, standard, or Nano sim cards.