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Learn more about the Assurance Wireless Bring Your Own Phone program and SIM Card Kit. Discover the benefits and how to keep your favorite phone. 

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Bring Your Phone, Stay Connected! 

At Assurance Wireless, we know your phone is more than just a device—it’s how you stay connected to the people and things that matter most. That’s why our Bring Your Own Phone program lets you join our network while keeping the phone you already love.

In this blog post, we’ll go through a step-by-step guide to get you connected quickly. 

Why Choose to Bring Your Own Phone?

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Keep the phone you already know:

No learning curve.

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No data transfer hassles:

Avoid the hassle of transferring everything to a new phone.

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Keep your memories and photos:

No risk of losing meaningful photos and videos.

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No need to learn a new device:

Stay connected with your favorite features on your current device.

How to Bring Your Own Phone to Assurance Wireless

Joining Assurance Wireless with your existing phone is simple! Here’s how:

1. Check compatibility: 

Make sure your phone is unlocked and compatible with our network—most phones are! Use our compatibility tracker to check. Don’t have a compatible phone? Don’t worry! We’ll provide a free, basic Smartphone to eligible customers.

2. Apply for Lifeline:

Verify that Lifeline service is available in your state and complete the application. During the process, you’ll be given the option to bring your own phone.

3. Activate your SIM Card:

Once your application is approved, you’ll receive a new Assurance Wireless SIM Card by mail. You’ll need to activate your service and use your phone within 30 days. 

4. Manage your service:

You can keep track of your usage and add features like spam blocking and more through “My Account.”

Quick Tip: Watch Our Bring Your Own Phone SIM Card Insertion Video!

Swapping your SIM Card is easy with our handy tutorial. Watch the video below for step-by-step guidance on how to insert your SIM Card Kit. Once you’ve successfully inserted your new SIM Card, follow the on-screen prompts and dial 611 to power up with Assurance Wireless! 

 

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