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Love your current phone or data device?
Bring it over and switch to Cricket

It’s easy, follow these three steps to start!

1

Check Device Compatibility & Unlock Status

You’ll need an unlocked and compatible device. Use our Device ID (IMEI) checker below.

How do I know if my device is unlocked?

2

New or Existing Customer?

Let us know if you are switching to Cricket, need a new number or adding a line.

3

Choose Your Plan

Select the best rate plan for your needs

Note: Other carriers’ 5G devices may not have access to Cricket 5G service currently.

Check your device’s compatibility

Check your device’s compatibility

To check device compatibility, you’ll need your IMEI number. You can dial *#06# to get your phone’s IMEI number or find it in device settings below.

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A Cricket SIM Kit will be added to your cart based on your plan and device type. You’ll select your specific plan in the next step.

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At Cricket, you’ll get the plans you want and the service you need, so you can do more of what makes you happy.

Get a great big network that covers over 99% of Americans (based on overall coverage in U.S.).

Bring your number and the phone you love. (Device must be unlocked and compatible with the network.)

You can continue to use your current phone service until you're ready to activate your Cricket service.

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This IMEI checker may not cover all devices. Cricket cannot guarantee the performance of devices not sold by Cricket. Device must be compatible with the Cricket network and able to use a Cricket SIM card or eSIM. NOT ALL 5G DEVICES FROM OTHER CARRIERS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO 5G SERVICE ON THE CRICKET NETWORK. Data speeds vary by device capabilities and network technology used in your coverage area. 4G LTE coverage not available everywhere. Compatible rate plan required. Tax due at sale. By purchasing, activating, or using your phone and our service, you acknowledge and agree to the Cricket Wireless Terms and Conditions of Service. Coverage not available everywhere.

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Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP) to Cricket

You want to change your cell phone carrier, but you don't want to buy a new phone. What can you do? How about bringing it to Cricket, where we make the BYOP process easy.

Steps to Bringing Your Own Phone

  1. Verify you have an unlocked phone (Learn "What is an unlocked phone?")
  2. Check that your cell phone is compatible with our network - find your device ID number (IMEI) and use the quick-check tool above.
  3. Pick your plan - To get the most out of a great phone, you need a great cell phone plan. Sign up for one of our affordable prepaid phone plans and enjoy cheap prices with no annual contract. 
  4. Watch for your SIM card to arrive - After you select a plan, you'll receive a subscriber access card (SIM card), usually within two business days 
  5. Make the switch - Insert your SIM card, activate your new cell phone service in seconds online, and you're ready to go. You've just brought your phone to Cricket's fast, reliable 4G LTE network.

Now you can have it all - a phone you love on a network you can rely on. Switch to Cricket now and experience a more satisfying phone service.


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