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Turn use of PIN on or off

Your PIN protects your SIM from unauthorised use. If use of PIN is turned on, it needs to be keyed in when you turn on your phone. Follow these instructions to turn use of PIN on or off.

Nokia Lumia 920
Nokia Lumia 920
  • 1
    Find "settings"
    • Slide your finger left on the display.
    • Press Phone.
    • Press the dots in the bottom right corner of the display.
    • Press settings.
  • 2
    Turn use of PIN on or off
    • Press the indicator next to SIM security.
    • Key in your PIN and press enter.
    • Depending on the current setting, your PIN is turned on or off.
    • If an incorrect PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM will be blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. The PUK can be obtained by contacting Customer Service.Please note:If the wrong PUK is entered ten times in a row, your SIM will be blocked permanently. In this case, you need a new SIM from Telstra.
  • 3
    Exit
    • Press the Home key to return to standby mode.