How to Factory Unlock the iPhone

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Tap on “Settings” and select “General.”;

   The IMEI number is the unique serial number for your device required to process the factory unlock. , The representative will review your account to confirm you qualify to have your phone unlocked.
   
   Each wireless carrier has different rules and eligibility criteria surrounding factory unlock requests.
   
   Try submitting a factory unlock request on your wireless provider’s website.
   
   This can help save time and prevent you from having to call your wireless carrier.
   
   For example, if the iPhone 4 is from AT&T, navigate to AT&T’s device unlock page at https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/ and follow the on-screen instructions to process your request.
   
   If you do not have service through a wireless carrier, or the iPhone is from another carrier, contact the wireless provider to which your iPhone is locked.
   
   The iPhone’s original carrier will help you with unlocking your device. , You may be asked to provide your name, account number, and email address.
   
   Your wireless carrier will work with Apple directly to factory unlock your iPhone using its IMEI number. , Your wireless carrier will notify you via email when the factory unlock is complete.
   
   This process may take up to a few days.,,, iTunes will automatically detect your iPhone’s factory unlock status and display a message that says “Congratulations, your iPhone has been unlocked.” ,, This can help refresh your iPhone’s software and allow the device to receive the required update from Apple’s servers.
   
   Connect your iPhone to your computer and launch iTunes.
   
   Click on your iPhone 4 at the top left corner of iTunes and click on “Summary.” Click on “Restore iPhone,” then click “Restore” to confirm you want your iPhone reset.
   
   Wait for iTunes to inform you the reset is complete, then install any available updates.
   
   Your iPhone will now communicate with Apple’s servers to activate the factory unlock. , Your wireless carrier can review the unlock request, and escalate to Apple if necessary to process another request., This can often help resolve errors associated with Apple’s servers and updates.
   
   Connect your iPhone to your computer and launch iTunes.
   
   Click on the iPhone 4 at the top left corner of iTunes.
   
   Click on “File” and select “Devices.” Click on “Restore from Backup,” then select the most relevant backup.
   
   Click on “Restore.” Your iPhone will restart, sync with your computer, and activate the factory unlock.,
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   Step 2: Tap on “About” and write down the IMEI number.

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   Step 3: Contact your wireless service provider and inform the representative you want your iPhone 4 factory unlocked.

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   Step 4: Provide the representative with your iPhone’s IMEI number and any other information required to submit the unlock request.

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   Step 5: Wait to receive the unlock instructions from your wireless carrier.

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   Step 6: Connect your iPhone 4 to your computer using a USB cable.

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   Step 7: Launch iTunes

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   Step 8: or wait for iTunes to launch automatically upon recognizing your device.

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   Step 9: Select the option to install any available updates.

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    Step 10: Click “Continue

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    Step 11: ” then follow the on-screen instructions to finish syncing and setting up your device.

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    Step 12: Restore your iPhone to its original factory settings if iTunes fails to unlock your phone as expected.

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    Step 13: Contact your wireless carrier to verify the unlock request was processed correctly if iTunes fails to automatically unlock your iPhone.

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    Step 14: Try restoring your iPhone 4 from a backup if you receive a SIM card error after having your device factory unlocked.

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    Step 15: Try using a different USB cable or USB port if your computer and iTunes fails to detect your iPhone 4. iTunes cannot activate the factory unlock if faulty hardware prevents the computer from recognizing the device.

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