Enter your 15-digit IMEI or serial number β instantly check Apple warranty, iCloud activation lock, carrier lock, and blacklist status for any iPhone, Samsung, Xiaomi, or Huawei device.
Comprehensive verification for the world's most popular phone brands
One query, complete device intelligence
Check if your device is under manufacturer warranty, remaining days, and AppleCare+ or Samsung Care+ coverage.
Verify Find My iPhone activation lock status (must be OFF) before buying any used iPhone or iPad.
Check SIM-lock status (Locked / Unlocked) and original carrier β AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, and more.
Detect if the device was reported lost or stolen and is on the GSMA global blacklist database.
Original country, original carrier, activation policy, purchase date, color, storage, and model number.
Detect refurbished, cloned, or tampered devices (IMEI/hardware mismatch) β avoid counterfeit phones.
Free basic check β no signup required
Dial *#06# on your phone, or go to Settings β About Phone. The 15-digit number is your IMEI.
Type or paste the 15-digit IMEI (or serial number for Apple) into the form at the top of this page.
Within 3 seconds, view warranty, activation lock, carrier, and blacklist status in one clean report.
Everything you need to know about IMEI checks
IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit number that identifies every mobile phone, tablet, or cellular device worldwide. It's like a "fingerprint" for your phone β used by carriers to identify valid devices and block stolen ones.
Yes. IMEICheck offers free basic checks (model, manufacturer, basic warranty info) for every device. Premium checks (full GSX report, detailed iCloud activation lock, comprehensive blacklist) cost as little as $0.10 per query with volume discounts.
Three reliable methods:
*#06# β the IMEI appears instantly on screenA "blacklisted" device was reported as lost, stolen, or has unpaid bills by the original carrier. Blacklisted phones cannot make/receive calls or use mobile data on most networks. Always check the blacklist status before buying a used phone to avoid being scammed.
Yes, IMEI checks are 100% legal. The IMEI is not personal data β it's a device identifier, like a VIN for a car. However, you should only check devices you own or are seriously considering purchasing.