Bringing your own device to Verizon’s network? Not a problem! This simple guide will walk you through the quick and painless process of activating your device so you can start enjoying Verizon’s coverage and plans.
What You’ll Need
Before starting the activation process, make sure you have the following:
- Your device (smartphone, tablet, etc.)
- Device details – the make, model, and IMEI/MEID number
- Access to the internet on another device
If you’re not sure how to find your device’s IMEI/MEID number, no worries! I’ve included steps below on locating it.
Activate Your Device on the vzw.com/activate
Activating your device is easy breezy – just follow these steps:
- Go to vzw.com/activate
- Under “Bring Your Own Device”, click “Activate your prepaid device with no fee or credit check”
- Select your device type (smartphone, tablet, etc.)
- Click Continue
- Enter your device’s make and model
- As you type, you’ll get suggestions to select from
- Choose where you purchased the device or select “I’m not sure”
- If unsure, locate and enter the device’s 15-digit IMEI/MEID number
- On most smartphones, you can find this by dialing *#06#
- Select one of Verizon’s no-contract plans
- Enter payment details to activate your plan and device. Done!
It’s really that easy. The whole process should only take about 10-15 minutes.
Still Having Issues?
If you have any trouble activating on vzw.com/activate, Verizon’s support team is always here to help.
Here’s how to contact them:
- Go to verizon.com
- Click “Support” in the top menu
- Select “Mobile” then “Device support & setup”
- Choose from the available options for assistance activating your device
The Verizon support team knows this process inside-out, so don’t hesitate to lean on them if you need a quick hand getting your device up and running!
I hope you found this guide helpful for activating devices on Verizon. Bring-Your-Own-Device plans offer flexibility and value. And now with this handy how-to reference, getting started is smooth sailing!