Windows 11 - Unblock SIM PIN
If your SIM PIN for your Windows 11 device is blocked, here's how to unblock it.
The PIN Unblocking Key (PUK) is utilized to reset a blocked SIM card.
- For Postpaid accounts, you must obtain the PUK via the Verizon website before proceeding.
- For Prepaid accounts, contact customer service to obtain the PUK before proceeding.
- If your device isn't running Windows® 11, refer to the Windows 10 instructions.
- From the Windows desktop, navigate: (left-panel).
- Tap or clickCellular.
- Tap or clickMobile operator settings.
- From the 'Security' section, tap or clickUnblock PIN(may require scrolling to the bottom).
- From the 'Unblock your PIN' screen, enter the appropriate information into the following fields:If an invalid PUK is entered too many times, the SIM card may be permanently disabled.
- PUK
- Enter new PIN
- Confirm new PIN
- SelectOK.