PHONE BILLS

Switch carriers, keep your number

Free, and usually same day

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Your right

PIN

to keep your number

Federal rules let you take it with you.

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Step 1

PIN

get a Number Transfer PIN

Request it in your carrier app. It is not your account PIN.

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Step 2

Account #

from your app or bill

Also have your billing ZIP code ready.

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Step 3

Unlocked

check your phone first

Or buy a new phone from the new carrier.

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Biggest mistake

Don’t cancel

your old service first

Canceling first can lose your number.

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Switch the safe way

7 steps, costs and your rights

Read the full guide

nexgenheadlines.com

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