In the event that the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42 tells you something, it is that you either want to change operator, or that you want to block your lost smartphone. In fact, this number is the equivalent of an identifier and will allow you to perform some remote operations on your smartphone.
We will precisely, in this tutorial, show you how to get the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42? In this context, first of all, we will show you what the uses of the IMEI number are, then, how to find out the IMEI number of your Motorola Moto G42, first if you have your smartphone, and then in the event that you have lost it, that it has been stolen from you or that you simply no longer have it.
What is the use of the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42?
We therefore start by discovering the interest of the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42. As we briefly explained to you in the introduction, this number is similar to the serial number of a car. The big advantage it has is that it will allow perform remote actions on your Motorola Moto G42. Among other things, we are used to using them when we change mobile operator.
In fact, very often smartphones are sold blocked for a single operator. And if you change plans, you will have to unlock your smartphone so that it accepts SIM cards from another provider. Most of the time it's after 3 to 6 months that you can ask the operator for free to unlock your Motorola Moto G42, for this you will have to send him the IMEI of your phone and it is thanks to this code that he will be able to carry out the manipulation.
Second and more common use of the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42, it is in case of theft or loss of a smartphone. If you haven't set a lock code for your smartphone, all your files will be accessible to the person who found or stole it. It is therefore essential to block access to your smartphone . A PIN code is a first security, however, if the person changes the SIM card and you have not set up a screen lock code, he will still be able to use your smartphone. By filing a complaint and communicating this number to the authorities, they will be able to block the use of your Motorola Moto G42.
How to get the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42?
We are now moving on to the practical part of this guide, as we told you, if you still have your Motorola Moto G42, it is easier to recover its IMEI number, however, rest assured, even if you have lost it or 'it was stolen from you, you have other techniques to get your hands on it. Do not hesitate to look at our article if you want to know how to block a lost or stolen Motorola Moto G42.
How to have the IMEI number of a Motorola Moto G42 if you still have the smartphone?
First solution, you have your phone and you certainly want to have it unlocked by your operator, or write down your IMEI number somewhere in case of loss or theft, we present you here the different methods that you can use
- Directly from your "Phone" application
- Open your "Phone" app
- type * # # 06
- Do not call, the IMEI number of your Motorola Moto G42 will be displayed on the screen
- Since the settings of your Motorola Moto G42
- Open the "Settings" of your smartphone
- Go to "About phone"
- You will find IMEI 1 and IMEI 2, in case you have two SIM card slots
- In the event that you can easily access the battery of your Motorola Moto G42 , there is a label on it with the IMEI number
How to find the IMEI number if you no longer have your Motorola Moto G42?
Finally, last possibility, you no longer have your Motorola Moto G42 in your possession and you still want to recover your IMEI number to block your lost or stolen Motorola Moto G42, you should know that there are other techniques, here they are:
- Thanks to your telephone operator: In fact, telephone operators generally keep a file with the IMEI numbers of their customers . You can therefore try to get in touch with them by describing the situation to them and they should be able to communicate it to you,
- If you ever still have the packaging of your Motorola Moto G42 , there is on the box the IMEI number on a label. He is also present on the purchase invoice.
In case you want a maximum of tutorials to become the king of the Motorola Moto G42, we invite you to consult the other tutorials in the category: Motorola G42.
