The Daily Insight.

Connected.Informed.Engaged.

general

How do I transfer my SafeLink service to another carrier?

By Liam Parker

SafeLink Wireless – Account number is the phone’s serial number IMEI or MEID. There’s no passcode, so leave the PIN field blank. Simple Mobile – Account number is the last 15 digits of the SIM ID and the passcode is the last 4 digits of the SIM ID.

How do I transfer my SafeLink service to another carrier?

The simplest way to way to transfer your Safelink account to another is to call customer service and ask them to do it for you. You will have to submit certain information to your new carrier so that they can process the transfer.

Can I transfer my government phone number to another carrier?

Yes you can. Switching is easy. And if you’re approved you can even keep your current phone number. You can apply online or call 1-888-898-4888 to apply.

Can I put my SafeLink SIM card in another phone?

SafeLink Wireless is a subsidy of TracFone, and the SIM cards (registration cards located under the battery) are able to be switched from one phone to the next (as well as other SafeLink Wireless phones).

Is TracFone and SafeLink the same thing?

SAFELINK WIRELESS® is a program provided by TracFone Wireless, Inc. TracFone Wireless is the largest “No-Contract” cellular service provider in the U.S. with over 20 million subscribers.

Can I port my number from SafeLink?

Yes. You may transfer your telephone number from another company to SafeLink after you receive your phone by calling 1-800-378-1684.

How do I check my SafeLink account?

The easiest way to check your enrollment status is to go to
Click “Account.”Click “Check Enrollment Status.”You will need to enter your Enrollment ID Number and the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number (SSN).

What carrier does SafeLink use?

* SafeLink uses the network of Tracfone operating as an MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator). SafeLink Wireless provides mobile phone service to those customers who qualify for the LifeLine subsidy, a government-supported telephone program. Plans are Free or at a very low cost.

How do I pay my SafeLink bill?

Access the site by either the copy and paste method using prepaidbill.com, or click on this SafeLink tab to get to the payment site. Find the SafeLink logo and click on it to access an overview of plans. Choose from the $15, $20, $30, and $39 dollar plans available to you.

How do I refill my SafeLink phone?

SELF-RETRIEVAL AND ADDING AIRTIME
Press the MENU key.”Prepaid” will be displayed across your screen.Press OK or SELECT.Go to “Redeem Airtime” or “Add Airtime”.Press OK or SELECT.If your screen displays a message, go down and press OK until you see “Card #” or “Airtime PIN”.Enter 555 and press OK.

Can I put my SafeLink SIM Card in a Tracfone?

Yes you can. Either by swapping the SIM card to another phone that supports the network you are trying to use,or use online or phone customer service to transfer the phone for you. They will send you a SIM so that you can use it with any phone you like.

Is LifeLine and SafeLink the same?

Can I have SafeLink Wireless if I am enrolled in the Lifeline Program? Under FCC rules, you may only be enrolled in a single LifeLine program per household. After you apply with us, we can transfer your LifeLine service from the current provider and you can begin to enjoy the benefits provided by SafeLink Wireless®.