How to Make a Cell Phone Prepaid

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: In order to make your current GSM cell phone prepaid

   If it is not out of contract, reach out to your current provider and ask to terminate your existing contract.
   
   There is usually an early termination fee associated with cancelling your existing service.
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   Step 2: it must be out of contract.

   Some popular service providers that offer this are Net10, Straight Talk and Simple Mobile. , This can be done online at their website.
   
   Sometimes the BYOP program will be on a different site than the providers main one.
   
   Check to make sure you're on the right site. , Make sure you choose the contract that best supports your phone usage.
   
   If you're a heavy user go with an unlimited talk, text and data plan.
   
   If you're a lighter user choose a plan that reflects that. , The process is generally quite easy with the SIM card usually located at the back of the phone.
   
   For more information, see the LifeGuide Hub article "How to Switch SIM Cards" in the Related LifeGuide Hub section at the end of this article. , This step is particular to your chosen service provider.
   
   Your new SIM card should come with activation instructions.
   
   Activation can generally happen both in store and online. , Add more minutes as needed.
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   Step 3: Choose a prepaid service with a "Bring Your Own Phone" (BYOP) program

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   Step 4: sometimes also referred to as a "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) program.

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   Step 5: Order a SIM card from your prepaid service provider of choice.

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   Step 6: Purchase a prepaid contract from your prepaid service provider of choice.

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   Step 7: Once you receive your new SIM card

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   Step 8: simply remove the old SIM card and replace it with the new one.

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   Step 9: Activate your new phone.

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    Step 10: Enjoy your new prepaid phone!

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