This quick guide will explain many different ways to SIM unlock your Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge. Be it using another carrier with a lower monthly bill, use internationally or sell and buy the upcoming Galaxy S8. Unlocking the Galaxy S7 has many advantages and here we will show you how.
Often times users unlock their phones to use them on another carrier. Another popular reason is that it’s easier to sell an unlocked used phone. Allowing buyers to take it to any carrier they want. So get the most out of your phone and unlock it today.
Those in Europe or Asia can unlock their Galaxy S7 quickly, but the process isn’t so easy if you’re in the US. Carriers clamp devices to keep customers long. Fortunately, unlocking the SIM, Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge is super easy and only takes a few minutes. Read on for more details and what you need to know.
Most Galaxy S7 owners bought the phone from a carrier, most likely for a discount. As a result, you now have a SIM-locked phone. For those who don’t know, most carriers lock devices to and from their own networks only. So you cannot insert and use a T-Mobile SIM card in your AT&T Galaxy S7 Edge. Well, not without unlocking it first.
Once unlocked, your Galaxy S7 Edge can be used on almost any carrier, smaller regional carriers or elsewhere in the world. Did you see the benefits?
Getting a SIM unlock code from your provider is easy as long as the phone is paid for or purchased directly. If not, you need to use a 3rd party site like below. Unlockunit.com and follow our steps below. Either way, it doesn’t take too long and is completely flawless. So anyone can do it at home.
How to Unlock Sim Galaxy S7
First, we’ll start with the initial instructions for those who may already have a SIM unlock code. Just follow the simple steps below and you’ll be done in less than a minute. For anyone who needs more details, read on.
Isn’t it easy? Anyone can do this from their home in minutes. However, the bulk of these instructions actually take a SIM unlock code to be entered in the first place. Don’t worry though, we’ve got you covered.
SIM Unlock Galaxy S7 for Free
Up next, we will discuss how to get a SIM unlock code and do this whole process for free. There are two ways to get the code. One is from free operators, and the second from websites specializing in this service, to pay about 20-25 dollars.
A few years ago Verizon changed its stance on this and no longer locks any device. No matter what you remember or hear from a friend. So if you own a Verizon Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge, congratulations, your phone is already unlocked. Drop the SIM from another carrier and use it wherever you want. May require users to manually add carrier APN settings for full operation.
Those with AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, or other carriers should request a code or purchase one.
AT&T SIM Unlock Code
All carriers usually require the Galaxy S7 to be paid in full or purchased directly before giving you a code. Your early termination fee cannot be your remaining installment payment, and the device cannot be in any other AT&T account. It also cannot be reported as lost or stolen. If so, they won’t unlock it.
If you meet all these requirements, follow these instructions.
Sprint SIM Unlock Code
The steps are essentially the same for any non-Verizon carrier in the US. Just follow the same steps as above and request an unlock code. However, Sprint does things a little differently and makes it extremely difficult. Additionally, Sprint will provide you with an international unlock or a local (US) unlock. One or the other, both are not like all other carriers. This makes sense for those going out of the country, but it’s still frustrating.
Suitable for unlocking your Sprint Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge. It must have been on the network for more than 50 days, the account is in good standing, the device has been fully paid for, and the device has not been reported as stolen or used for fraudulent activities.
Once you have the code from Sprint, simply follow the same instructions at the top of the page. Enter a non-Sprint SIM, reboot, enter the code and hit the unlock button.
T-Mobile Galaxy S7 Unlock App
UNcarrier does things a little differently and provides an app that any customer can use for any device. As a result, the steps at the top of the page will not work as the “unlock” popup has been removed from the software. Instead, you’ll have to use their dedicated apps to continue.
Again, the phone must be fully paid for, be active on T-Mobile for more than 40 days, and must not be reported as lost or stolen. To unlock a device, the account balance must be $0.
Technically, the T-Mobile route is the easiest for average users, as the app does everything for you. Additionally, T-Mobile has MetroPCS, so the process is the same as with a similar pre-installed app. As a reminder, those with a monthly installment contract must pay for the phone before they can be eligible for SIM unlock.
Pay to Unlock Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge
Last but not least is the option to pay for an unlock code to use the Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge on another carrier. If the phone is a gift, purchased online, or doesn’t meet carrier requirements, it can still be unlocked. The same steps and process apply, you just need to purchase an unlock code from a 3rd party website.
My personal favorite websites Unlockunit, androidsimunlockor unlock the river. Follow the steps to get a code as described below.
Some of these sites offer multiple codes in case one of them doesn’t work. Additionally, groups like UnlockUnit.com have both a regular unlock code and a “freeze” code that will freeze the lock restriction. Whatever website you use to get the code, simply follow the instructions provided in the email.
If none of them work, contact the site and they will offer another unlock code or a full refund. For what it’s worth, I’ve never had a code to unlock my device. So buy one with confidence and follow the easy instructions above and you’ll be ready in minutes.
We’re all done. Enjoy Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge with any carrier of your choice.
