Google Pixel 8a

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Turning use of PIN on or off

The PIN protects your SIM from unauthorised use if your phone should get stolen. If use of PIN is turned on, it needs to be keyed in when you turn on your phone.

Slide two fingers downwards starting from the top of the screen.
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Slide two fingers downwards starting from the top of the screen.

Press the settings icon.
Step 2 of 8

Press the settings icon.

Press Security and privacy.
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Press Security and privacy.

Press More security and privacy.
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Press More security and privacy.

Press SIM lock.
Step 5 of 8

Press SIM lock.

Press the indicator next to
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Press the indicator next to "Lock SIM" to turn the function on or off.

Key in your PIN and press OK. The default PIN is 1111.
1111
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Key in your PIN and press OK. The default PIN is 1111.

If an incorrect PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM will be blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. The PUK can be obtained by contacting customer services. Please note: If you key in the wrong PUK ten times in a row, your SIM will be blocked permanently. In this case, you need a new SIM from EE.
Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.
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Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.

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