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Apple iPad - Enable / Disable / Modify SIM PIN

2026-10-22 18:04:52.52

Apple iPad - Enable / Disable / Modify SIM PIN

Here's how to change the SIM PIN for your iPad or turn it on or off.
  • Enabling the SIM PIN locks the SIM card so it can't be used until the correct code is entered.
  • If the incorrect PIN code is entered too many times, refer to My Verizon Website - Locate the SIM PIN / PUK to obtain a new PIN Unblocking Key (PUK).
  • This option is not available if activated using an eSIM.
  1. From a Home screen on your Apple® iPad®, navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Cellular Data
    .
    If running iOS 11.4 and lower, navigate:
    Settings
    Cellular Data
    Cellular Data Options
    .
  2. Tap
    SIM PIN
    .
    If unavailable, ensure a SIM card is properly inserted.
  3. Tap the
    SIM PIN switch
     to turn on Switch On or off Switch Off.
    To change your SIM PIN, ensure the switch is turned on then do the following:
    1. Tap
      Change PIN
      .
    2. Enter the current SIM PIN info then tap
      Done
      .
      The default SIM PIN is 1111.
    3. Enter the new SIM PIN then tap
      Done
       (upper-right).
    4. Re-enter the SIM PIN then tap
      Done
      .
  4. Enter the current SIM PIN then tap
    Done
     (upper-right).