Find Phone ID (IMEI, MEID, ESN, ICCID)
Every mobile phone that exists on the planet has identification numbers that distinguish it from other phones. Your mobile device has a unique IMEI code, MEID number, ESN and ICCID SIM numbers that belong to your phone only. IMEI.org is the best website to use free online tools and checking services for your iOS and Android handsets. To use them, all you have to do is find out the specific number that distinguishes your mobile phone.
You need to know your unique identifiers when you register the phone, want to change its number, access some services or for various verification purposes.
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We created a compilation of all possible ways to find your IMEI, ESN, MEID and ICCID on iOS and Android phones.
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How to Find IMEI on iOS (iPhone)
Method 1. Dial IMEI
Step 1. Take your iOS phone (any model).
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Step 2. Launch your Phone application.
Step 3. Click on your Keypad.
Step 4. Enter this combination: *#06# and do nothing (there is no need to make the ‘call’ by pressing on the call button).
Step 5. Your screen will register the combination automatically and you will see the 15-digit IMEI number.
This method is a quick one but it doesn’t allow you copying the IMEI of your iPhone from the screen. You can only write it down.
Method 2. Find IMEI in iPhone Settings
Step 1. Open Settings on the iPhone.
Step 2. Click on General section.
Step 3. Go to About menu.
Step 4. Scroll down the page. You will see the IMEI number which can be copied if you wish.
Method 3. Use iTunes to Locate IMEI
Step 1. You can connect to iTunes to find the IMEI number. Just plug in your iPhone to your Mac or PC through a USB cable.
Step 2. Launch iTunes desktop program.
Step 3. Choose Devices section in iTunes and select iPhone.
Step 4. Go to Summary and click on your mobile phone number. You’ll find it between Serial Number and Capacity.
Step 5. Your IMEI code will be displayed. You can copy this number by right-clicking on it (if you need).
Method 4. IMEI on the Back of the Phone
This method works on older phone models such as iPhone 5s, 5c, 5, 6. You will not find the IMEI on the back of iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus or 8.
Step 1. Flip the device over.
Step 2. Look at the back. You should see it next to IMEI label. The letters are extremely small. If you need to magnify this code you can either use the magnifying glass or take a photo with a second phone and zoom into it.
Method 5. SIM Tray
Users with old phone models such as iPhone 4s, 4, 3GS and 3G can look up their IMEI right on the bottom of their SIM tray.
Step 1. Carefully remove the SIM tray with a special removal tool.
Step 2. Turn of your tray and you will see the IMEI number underneath.
Method 6. IMEI on the Stolen / Lost iPhone
Sometimes your iPhone is not with you. You cannot connect it to iTunes, look at the back, under the SIM tray, check Settings or dial the *#06#. Is it possible to find the IMEI of the lost, stolen device or phone that is not in your hands right now? You can get the number if you have a backup copy of the phone saved through iTunes.
Step 1. Launch iTunes on your computer.
Step 2. Open Preferences.
Step 3. Choose Devices menu.
Step 4. There is a list of available backup files.
Step 5. Point the cursor over the backup saved from the lost, stolen or absent iPhone.
Step 6. There is IMEI number there.
How to Find IMEI on Android (Samsung, Nokia, LG)
Method 1. Dial IMEI
Step 1. Open dialer on your Android phone (works on all GSM models).
Step 2. Type the code *#06# and IMEI will appear on the screen.
Method 2. Look Up in Settings
Step 1. Go to Settings on Android mobile phone.
Step 2. Select menu called About Device.
Step 3. Choose Status section.
Step 4. You’ll have to scroll down the list till you see the IMEI code.
Method 3. IMEI Through Google Dashboard
Step 1. All Android users can use their Google account to get the IMEI number. Sign into this account.
Step 2. Launch Android Device Manager.
Step 3. The 15-digit number will be shown just like the registered Android phone.
This check works when your phone is lost or stolen or you don’t have it in your hands when you need to find your IMEI.
Method 4. Under the Battery
Step 1. Turn off your phone.
Step 2. Remove the phone’s back to get to the battery.
Step 3. Take out the battery.
Step 4. Look underneath the battery and look at the sticker on the device. It should show the IMEI number.
How to Find MEID
Every MEID number is IMEI without the last digit. In other words, your MEID consists of 14 digits and you can find it by locating your IMEI code and writing it down ignoring the last digit. Here is an example of how to find your MEID:
MEID on iPhone Back
Step 1. Look at the back of iPhone 5s, 5, 5c, Phone SE, 6 and 6 Plus. Newer handsets don’t have MEID number on the back.
Step 2. You will see the 15-digit IMEI code.
Step 3. Use the first 14 digits. This is your phone MEID number.
Follow the guides on how to find IMEI code on iOS and Android phones and figure out your MEID code using only the first 14-digits of IMEI.
MEID on SIM Tray
Find your MEID number on the SIM tray of the following Apple phone models: iPhone 4s, GSM 4, 3GS and 3G.
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MEID on the Packaging
Users who have the original iPhone packaging left can look up at the bar code. It has IMEI and MEID number on it.
How to Find ESN on iOS
All iPhone models that are manufactured after 2008 do not have ESN (Electronic Serial Number). Instead they are using MEID and IMEI codes.
Only CDMA phones use ESN instead of IMEI because they don’t use SIM cards.
Locate ESN on Android
Step 1. Look at your Home screen.
Step 2. Choose Apps.
Step 3. Go to Settings and select About section.
Step 4. Choose Status and you will find your ESN code.
Another methods to find the ESN on Android phones is to look on the outside of the device box or under the battery.
How to Find ICCID SIM Number on iOS
ICCID is technically your SIM number. It means Integrated Circuit Card Identifier and has up to 20 characters (sometimes 19 digits). This number is printed on the SIM card. It is also stored inside your card. This is the unique SIM card number.
Method 1. Find ICCID in Settings
Step 1. On your iPhone, go to Settings.
Step 2. Choose General menu.
Step 3. Select About section.
Step 4. Find your ICCID number and write it down.
Method 2. Look under the SIM Card
Step 1. Take the SIM card out of your phone using the special removal tool.
Step 2. Look at the back of the SIM.
Step 3. Please note that the number you see is shorter than the code provided through Settings. Still they both have the same last 6 digits.
Locate ICCID Number on Android
Method 1. ICCID in Settings
Step 1. Go to Menu from your home screen.
Step 2. Choose Settings.
Step 3. Select About section.
Step 4. Select Phone Identity or Status – IMEI information (or only About). It depends on the Android phone model you have.
Step 5. The ICCID number can be listed as ICCID or SIM ID.
Method 2. SIM card
Step 1. Turn off your phone.
Step 2. Eject the SIM card.
Step 3. Look for the ICCID number on it.
Method 3. Check the Packaging
Step 1. Find the original phone packaging (if you still have this box).
Step 2. Look for the barcode label on the box.
Step 3. All important phone identifiers are listed on this label.
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LimeRa1n Device Compatibility
LimeRa1n is a fairly old Jailbreaking solution that can Jailbreak firmware versions between iOS 3.2.2 and iOS 4.1. You can take a look at the devices and firmware versions LimeRa1n currently supports below.
Latest LimeRa1n Untethered Jailbreak: iOS 4.1
LimeRa1n iPhone Support
iPhone 6s Plus: Not Supported
iPhone 6s: Not Supported
iPhone 6 Plus: Not Supported
iPhone 6: Not Supported
iPhone 5s: Not Supported
iPhone 5c: Not Supported
iPhone 5: Not Supported
iPhone 4S: Not Supported
iPhone 4:iOS 4 (4.1, 4.0.2, 4.0.1, 4.0)
iPhone 3GS:iOS 4 (4.1, 4.0.2, 4.0.1, 4.0)
LimeRa1n iPad Support
iPad Pro: Not Supported
iPad Air 2: Not Supported
iPad Air: Not Supported
iPad Mini 4: Not Supported
iPad Mini 3: Not Supported
iPad Mini 2: Not Supported
iPad Mini: Not Supported
iPad 4: Not Supported
iPad 3: Not Supported
iPad 2: Not Supported
iPad 1:iOS 4 (3.2.2)
LimeRa1n iPod Touch Support
iPod Touch 6G: Not Supported
iPod Touch 5G: Not Supported
iPod Touch 4G:iOS 5 (4.1, 4.0.2, 4.0.1, 4.0)
iPod Touch 3G:iOS 5 (4.1, 4.0.2, 4.0.1, 4.0)
How To Download LimeRa1n
You can downloaded the latest version of LimeRa1n from the LimeRa1n website, maintained by the George Hotz. iJailbreak also maintains a downloads section that contains the latest version of LimeRa1n. Simply visit the iJailbreak Downloads Section and download the version of LimeRa1n that is bold. This signifies that it is the latest version.
The Basics Of LimeRa1n
LimeRa1n is a Jailbreaking tool where you do not lose any data on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad after Jailbreaking. This is because LimeRa1n does not erase any data during the Jailbreaking process. Some Jailbreaking tools like PwnageTool require you to restore your device to complete the Jailbreaking process. This results in all the data on your device being erased. Although this method of Jailbreaking has its advantages, it is inconvenient to lose all your data and thus Absinthe is ideal for those who do not fancy having to backup everything on their device.
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How To Launch LimeRa1n Correctly
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How To Jailbreak With LimeRa1n
LimeRa1n is a one-click Jailbreaking solution and as such you can probably figure out how to Jailbreak your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad without a tutorial. iJailbreak has written numerous guides for Jailbreaking your iOS device with LimeRa1n however, that can be accessed from the How To Jailbreak Section. These guides include screenshots, and are specific to each firmware version LimeRa1n supports. As the Jailbreaking process with LimeRa1n is the same for all firmware versions however, you can follow the generalized guide below as well.
- The first thing you will need to do is download LimeRa1n. As mentioned previously this can be done from the iJailbreak Downloads Section.
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- When the Jailbreak has completed you should notice a new LimeRa1n icon on your home screen. Tap this icon and then install Cydia to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. Once you see Cydia on your home screen the Jailbreak is complete!
Jailbreaking with LimeRa1n is extremely simple! We hope you have found this in-depth analysis of LimeRa1n useful, and once again if you are experiencing errors or need an extra hand using LimeRa1n, please follow a guide through our How To Jailbreak section.