How to get the Walmart family mobile unlock code?

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This blog post provides detailed information about Walmart family mobile unlock code. It covers topics like the locking of Walmart family mobile phones and how to get them unlocked.

How to get the Walmart family mobile unlock code?

To get Walmart family mobile unlock code, call customer service at 611 and ask for the code or contact third party service to get the unlock code by paying some charges.But your device will be automatically unlocked after one year of service.

Unlocking Walmart family device for Apple

  • Your Walmart family device will be automatically unlocked, once it becomes eligible for unlocking.
  • As per the revised unlocking policy of TracFone, all the Walmart family Apple devices which are activated before November 23, 2021, will be unlocked automatically after one year of active Walmart family service.
  • If the Apple device has Verizon network activated on Walmart Family mobile service from November 23, 2021, then in the absence of any fraudulence it will be automatically unlocked after 60 days.  

Unlocking Walmart family device for Android:

Step 1: Get the unlock code:

  • As per the revised policy, the Walmart family android devices activated before 23 November 2021 will be provided with unlocking codes to the customer on request.
  • For the Walmart family android device to be eligible for the unlock codes, the device must be active on TracFone service for at least a year and should not have the phone number ported or recycled.
  • If the Android device has a Verizon network active on Walmart Family mobile service from November 23, 2021, then in the absence of any fraudulence, the user can request for the unlock codes after 60 days.

 

Step 2: Enter the unlock code when asked

  • Power off the device.
  • Insert the SIM card from an alternative carrier into the device.
  • Power on the device.
  •  Wait for the device to display the “SIM Network Unlock PIN” screen.
  •  Enter the code provided by your phone carrier and then tap Unlock.
  • If successful the device will display “Network unlock successfully”.

 

Unlocking Walmart Family device for Military Personnel:

  • For Walmart family mobile customers in the Military, the device will be unlocked on request if the person is relocated outside Walmart family mobile coverage.
  • This unlocking service is applicable even if the device is in the locking period after the activation.

 

Eligibility criteria for the device to be unlocked:

  • The Walmart family device must be in operating condition.
  • The device’s IMEI should be clear.
  • The cell phone should not be reported as blocked or lost.
  • An account concerned with the device must be active.
  • Depending upon prepaid or postpaid plans, the device should satisfy all necessary unlock requirements.

What if you want to unlock your Walmart family device within a year?

As mentioned, your Walmart Family device needs to be active at least for one year to be eligible for unlocking.

If you have not passed the above eligibility criteria and you want to switch the carrier Walmart family Mobile will unlock your device by charging anywhere between $150-$300.

The cost depends on the duration for which you have used the Walmart family mobile service before requesting the unlock code.

The customers can visit the official website to check the eligibility and request for the unlock code which is  https://www.tfwunlockpolicy.com/wps/portal/home/ 

You can also call on 1-888-442-5102. to connect with Walmart Family Mobile customer service to guide you with the unlocking process.

How to use Family Mobile Unlock Service? 

Outside of Walmart Family Mobile service to unlock your phone, there are different paid services to unlock it for you.

If you do not meet the Walmart family mobile service’s carrier eligibility criteria, you can go for these paid unlock services. Though these services are legal gray areas.

These services are hassle-free, you just need to provide them with your IMEI number(International mobile equipment identifier). You can get it by using the following steps.

  • iPhone – Settings > General > About then finding the “IMEI” number.
  • Android – Settings > About Phone > Status then finding the “IMEI” number.

 

Advantages of getting the phone unlocked:

●   The important prime benefit is that you will not be stuck up with the same wireless carrier.

●   If you have an unlocked phone, insert another carrier’s SIM card and then proceed to sign up with new services. But you need to check the carrier compatibility.

●   In this case, you don’t have to buy a new cell phone for a new wireless operator.

●   So, you can think of getting the cheapest services using the unlocked phone.

●   This provision is more beneficial if you are traveling abroad.

●   Replace the SIM card, insert a local carrier SIM card and start using the service.

●   In this case, you will get a new local number. Using it, you can make calls and access the internet. It will be much cheaper.

●   Usually, unlocked cell phones do not have unnecessary apps.

Drawbacks of an unlocked phone

  • The unlocked family device might not work with full functionality on another carrier’s network, because of differences in carrier technologies.
  • Walmart family mobile does not take any responsibility for any such limitations in the service while using another provider’s network after the phone is unlocked

Below are other Walmart Family Mobile articles you may be interested in:

Is Walmart family mobile GSM or CDMA?

Will straight talk phones work with the Walmart family?

What towers does family mobile use?

Conclusion:

This blog post gives detailed information about “the unlocking of Walmart Family mobile”. We have covered the methods of getting the unlock codes for different mobile devices. The article also outlined the advantages and disadvantages of getting the Walmart family device unlocked.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Walmart family mobile unlock code

Are Walmart mobile phones unlocked?

No, Walmart family mobile phones are locked when at the time of purchase, Walmart Family Mobile follows the same unlocking policy as TracFone Wireless as it is owned by TracFone.

 

What do you mean by Walmart family mobile unlock code?

Unlocking a Walmart family device refers to disabling software that prevents you from using another carrier network on your device.

Walmart Family Mobile follows the same unlocking policy as TracFone Wireless as it is owned by TracFone.

Can I unlock a Walmart prepaid phone?

No, you can not unlock your prepaid Walmart family mobile device as it is branded by the manufacturer. Your device can only be used by one brand.

What carriers are compatible with Walmart family mobile?

Walmart family mobile requires T-Mobile a GSM phone which is unlocked, an activation kit, and an unlimited service plan by Walmart Family mobile. If you face any issues, try changing the access point name settings on your phone.

How to check if your phone is unlocked?

  •  You can directly insert a sim card by another carrier to find out if it works.
  •  Or go to settings > connections > Mobile networks > Network operators and click on the search now. If names of multiple carriers appear then the phone is unlocked.

Where do you get the network unlocking code?

You have to contact Walmart family mobile services to request the unlock code. Depending on the eligibility of your device you might have to pay a certain fee.

What is a phone lock code?

●   A unique code, which is used to prevent any unauthorized person from using a phone, is called a phone lock code.

●   A typical default code is the last four digits of your phone number.

●   If a cell phone is locked by a service provider, then such a device is programmed with some unique codewords. Due to this, the device will not operate with other wireless operators.

 

 Is Unlocking your phone legal?

●       Yes, it is legal but there are some restrictions.

●   The cell phone should not be reported as blocked or lost.

●   An account concerned with the device must be active.

●   Depending upon prepaid or postpaid plans, the device should satisfy all necessary unlock requirements.

●       Your phone for any contract must be fully paid for any contract if you have Walmart family service.

Can I unlock a Walmart prepaid phone?

No, you can not unlock your prepaid Walmart family mobile device as it is branded by the manufacturer. Your device can only be used by one brand. 

References

https://www.myfamilymobile.com/termsandconditions

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