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I received my SIM card via USPS:
Activate New SIM Card
I received my SIM card at a retail location:
Remove Existing SIM Card
Step 3:
Install New SIM Card
Nano SIM Card
Most smartphones use the Nano SIM card, including most Samsung Galaxy and iPhones.
Before you begin:
- If you purchased a new phone from Consumer Cellular, the SIM card is already installed. Login or call (888) 345-5509 to get started.
- If your device is eSIM compatible, login or call us to get started.
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Step 1: Activate new SIM card
I received my SIM card via USPS:
Micro SIM Card
Older smartphones may use a Micro SIM card size, including Samsung Galaxy S3 and iPhone 4.
Login and select ‘Activate Your Equipment’ on the top-left in the Alerts section.
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I received my SIM card at a retail location:
Standard SIM Card
Some older model phones may still use a Standard SIM card.
Locate the activation code within your new SIM card packaging.
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Login and select ‘Activate Your Equipment’ on the top-left in the Alerts section.
Don’t have an account? Register
Get a temporary password via email and create an account.
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Locate the activation code within your new SIM card packaging.
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Step 2: Remove existing SIM card
After activating your SIM card, locate the SIM card slot on your phone. Head here for help finding it on your device.
Next, use a SIM removal tool (included with your SIM card packaging) to remove your SIM card. Take care not to insert the tool into the microphone.
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