How do you activate a cell phone?

Answer by  Sadiesnana (28)

Generally you call the carrier of the cell phone to activate a cell phone and they will require you to provide information on both your account and the cell phone you are attempting to activate. It is really quite a simple process of answering questions about model numbers and serial numbers they will ask of you.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

The activation process will vary by carrier. Contact your service provider and they will be able to tell you the process for activating you new phone. Typically all you have to do is turn the phone on and let it connect to the network.

Answer by  brownie (58)

Once you purchase the telephone there is usually a number located on the box that you will need to call to have it activated.

Answer by  cherish13662 (5)

There is usually a toll free hotline that should be included with your cell phone. Just call the number and a customer service specialist will walk you through it.

Answer by  Chiyamaka (846)

When you first take it out of the package you must turn it on and follow the on screen instruction. Usually the cell phone dealer tells you how to do this.

Answer by  bajestar (605)

You can activate a phone by going into you carrier and having them activate it. Activation can also be done over the phone, but you cant use the phone your activating and lastly on the net at your carriers site.

Answer by  turkey98 (232)

There is usually a code or a menu option you type to activate the phone. For Verizon the code is *228. Check with your phone carrier for the correct code.