Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

Bring your favorite phone or data device.

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How to Switch to Cricket

You can keep the phone you already love and join the Cricket network with three easy steps.

1
Check Device Compatibility

Before you bring your device, your device must be unlocked and compatible with the Cricket network. Using your IMEI, you can check your compatibility.

2
Select Your Plan

You can choose from a variety of phone and data plans to fit your daily needs. Look at our plan options.

3
Activate Online

Once you switch to Cricket, activation is simple. After receiving your physical SIM card or an eSIM, you’ll be able to activate your device.

Ways to Bring Your Device

  1. Bring Your Device

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    Whether you own an Android or iPhone, are an existing customer or want to add multiple lines of service, the BYOD program is for you.

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  2. Quick Activation After Switching

    Activate your device quickly when you switch!

    Bring the device you love and add a single line of service to activate within minutes with an eSIM.

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BYOD Plan Deals

You can pay in advance and save!Cricket offers multi-month unlimited plans for new single-line accounts when you bring your own device.

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What is eSIM?

You can activate with ease with eSIM.eSIM is an “embedded SIM” that allows for more flexibility, more security and is easy to download and install for quick activation.

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) FAQs

Bring your own phone (BYOD) is our program that allows customers to keep a device you already own and switch to Cricket. If your device is unlocked and compatible with our network, you can pick a plan and activate with us.

You can use the Cricket Compatibility Checker to confirm compatibility.

There are many advantages to switching to Cricket and keeping your device:

  • Pay only for your new service.
  • Keep your existing phone number.
  • Easy activation for eSIM-capable devices.
  • Existing customers can add a new line of service.

You can bring your device to Cricket in three easy steps.

  1. Check your device compatibility and verify that it is unlocked. You must have an unlocked and compatible device to switch to Cricket. You will need your device ID (IMEI) to check your device’s compatibility. Use the Cricket Compatibility Checker to confirm compatibility
  2. Purchase a Cricket SIM (pSIM/eSIM). You may need a physical SIM sent to you, or your device may feature an embedded SIM (eSIM).
  3. Choose the rate plan that best fits your needs.

Yes! Whether you are a new customer or an existing customer adding a line, you can bring your number to Cricket. Please note that it is best to keep your current service active until you receive your Cricket pSIM in the mail or eSIM digitally. After you have your Cricket SIM, you can activate your service and transfer your number.

Dial *#06# to find your 15-digit device ID (IMEI). If you do not see a 15-digit number, your phone may not be compatible with Cricket.

Your device ID (IMEI) can also be found in your device's settings.

  • On an iPhone, tap General > About, and scroll down to the IMEI or you can find it printed on the back of some iPhones and iPads.
  • On an Android, tap About Phone or About Tablet > Status, and scroll down to the IMEI or for most Andriods, printed on the back near the battery.
  • If you have a Windows phone, tap Settings > About and look for your IMEI. You can also find it printed on your phone label, which is located under the back cover.
  • On a data only device, you must launch a browser. Enter http://192.168.1.1 or http://cricketwifi/, then your admin login. If you do not know your password, try cktadmin. Select Settings > About > Device to see your IMEI. On most data devices, you can remove the battery and see the IMEI number printed on the inside of the device.

The device you want to bring over most likely uses a different type of cellular technology that is not compatible with the Cricket Network.

Many cell phone carriers use different networks, making some phones incompatible with all networks. International phones could also use different frequency bands which could hinder your service on our network.

For example, if you have a device from Europe, it may use different bands which could cause service limitations.

Most devices bought from specific carriers come locked to work only on that network. When the device is unlocked, it is no longer tied to any carrier.

The easiest way to check if your device is unlocked or when it will be eligible for unlocking, is to contact your service provider.

Only compatible feature phones, smartphones, data only devices, and tablets are authorized for use on the Cricket network. No other device types are allowed.

If you need to know whether your device requires a pSIM or eSIM, you can check right from your device.

iOS: Go to Settings > General > About. If you see Available SIM or Digital SIM, your device is eSIM-capable.

Android: Go to Settings > About Phone > Show EID. If you see an EID number, your device is eSIM-capable.

eSIM stands for embedded SIM, which means it is already inside your phone, allowing you to switch to Cricket and activate your service in as little as 15 minutes. No more waiting for a physical SIM to arrive and manually inserting it before you can start making calls, sending texts, and using data.

Have more questions about eSIM? Learn More.

Existing customers can add lines of service to your account when you bring a device. Log into your online account to get started.

Note: Eligible lines with BYOD devices qualify for multiline discounts!

Yes, as long as your device is 5G compatible and you live in an area where 5G is available. 

Yes! You can transfer your number as a new customer or when adding a new line. It is best to keep your current service active until you receive your physical SIM or eSIM.  

To transfer your number, you’ll need the following:

  • Current active number
  • Current wireless account number
  • Number Transfer PIN 
  • Social Security Number (last 4 digits)
  • Billing ZIP code on account

HBO Max Basic with Ads

HBO Max Basic with Ads:  Access the Max with ads plan through the Max app on compatible devices (sold separately) or on hbomax.com using a compatible browser with your Cricket login credentials. Data rates may apply for app download/usage. New Cricket customers: visit cricketwireless.com/login to create your account and obtain log-in credentials. Use of Max is subject to its own terms and conditions, see hbomax.com/terms-of-use for details. Programming and content subj. to change and benefit may be modified, discontinued or terminated at any time without notice. Lost eligibility: Upon cancellation of eligible wireless plan you may lose access to Max. Limits: Access to one Max account per Cricket account. May not be stackable w/other offers, credits or discounts. To learn more, visit www.cricketwireless.com/hbo-max. Minimum 3G connection is required for viewing on mobile devices.  MAX is used under license.

$60/mo. Cricket More Plan: Cricket More Data Restrictions: Video streaming at SD quality. Cricket More includes up to 15GB Mobile Hotspot data per line per month; then Mobile Hotspot speed slowed to 128Kbps for rest of bill cycle. Actual speed varies by device and location. Mobile Hotspot req’s compatible device. Data usage and tethering that violates contract terms may be slowed or terminated. For more information on Cricket’s mobile broadband service, visit Mobile Broadband Information. General: Activ./upgrade (up to $25/line) & add’l one time ($5 customer assistance) fees & restr’s may apply; see cricketwireless.com/fees. Devices: Sold separately. Limits: 9 devices.  Pricing, availability, terms, data usage, speed & other restr’s subj, to change w/o notice. By activating/using svc., you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days. Coverage not avail. everywhere.

 

Refer a Friend Month

*Refer A Friend: Limited time. To get credits, Current Cricket customer (“Referrer”) must send Refer A Friend link to non-Cricket customer (“Friend”). Friend must enter valid email address via link to receive referral code, then activate a new line of service on a new Cricket account using the code. Code expires 30 days after receipt. Enter code at time of eligible activation or after activation but before code expiration. Referrer receives $35 credit and Friend receives $25 credit to wireless plans after Friend maintains 60 consecutive days of eligible service. Limits: Excludes Cricket and affiliated employees and employee discount holders. Credit applies only to monthly wireless plan charge and expires when associated Cricket account is canceled. Credits have no cash value, are not redeemable for cash or any cash equivalent and are not transferable or refundable. Except for 10 eligible referred activations in August 2024, referrer is limited to max $250 in credits (10 referrals) per calendar year. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.
 

Watch Plan

Cricket Smartwatch Plan: Requires Apple Watch Series 4 or later and eligible Cricket phone plan (min. $30) on same account. Limits: Port-in not available. Not combinable with Multi-Line Discount, Auto Pay Credit, or certain other offers. NumberSync: Must complete NumberSync setup with compatible iPhone for watch to have access to the Cricket cellular network. U.S. only. Max 5 watches synced to one iPhone simultaneously. See additional NumberSync details at cricketwireless.com/support/applewatch. Data Restrictions: For all data usage, Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. Video typically streams at standard definition. Content bundled with video may be slow to load. Details at cricketwireless.com/videomanagement. Details on network management policies at cricketwireless.com/mobilebroadband. Mobile hotspot not included. Data usage and tethering that violates contract terms may be slowed or terminated. General: Activ./upgrade (up to $25/line) & add’l one time ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) fees may apply; see cricketwireless.com/fees. Devices: Sold separately. Limits: 9 devices. Pricing, availability, terms, data usage, speed & other restr’s subj, to change w/o notice.  By activating/using svc., you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days. Coverage not avail. everywhere.

Multi-Month Unlimited Plan Details

Multi-Month Unlimited: Online only. Requires single-line account and full payment at time of activation ($120 for 3 months of service or $300 for 12 months of service; or $75 for first 3 months of service for new customers only). Payment is not refundable in whole or in part. Plan cannot be changed or canceled until the last 30 days of the selected Multi-Month period. A 4G LTE, GSM-compatible smartphone is required for activation. Limits: Not combinable with multi-line accounts, AutoPay Credit, device discounts, Bridge Pay, or add-on features. Any Affordable Connectivity Program benefit, if available, will apply once per Multi-Month period (not monthly). Data Restrictions: For all data usage, Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. Mobile hotspot data not included. Video Streaming: Plan does not include the Video Management feature. We aim to render streaming video in standard-definition (max speed of 1.5 to 2 Mbps) though some video cannot be identified. Sometimes, other content that content providers bundle with streaming video may be impacted and slowed, including downloads. In certain situations, we may deliver video content faster or at higher definition. Details at cricketwireless.com/videomanagement.Mexico and Canada: Includes unlimited calling/texting within Canada & Mexico and between the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Also includes use of data from your plan while in Mexico & Canada. Canada usage cannot exceed 50%. Data speed, usage, & other restrictions apply. Coverage not available everywhere. Int’l data roaming may be reduced to 2G speeds. See www.cricketwireless.com/legalinfo/cricket-international.html for details. General: Data usage and tethering that violates contract terms may be slowed or terminated. Service subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobilebroadband. Activ./upgrade (up to $25/line) & add’l one time ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) fees may apply; see cricketwireless.com/fees. Pricing, availability, terms, data usage, speed & other restr’s subj, to change w/o notice.  By activating/using svc., you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Coverage not avail. everywhere.

 
 

Refer a Friend

To get credits, Current Cricket customer with at least 30 days’ active service (“Referrer”) must send Refer A Friend link to non-Cricket customer (“Friend”). Friend must enter valid email address or phone number via link to receive referral code, then activate a new line of service on a new Cricket account. Code expires 30 days after receipt. Enter code at time of eligible activation or after activation but before code expiration. Referrer & Friend each receive $25 credit to wireless plans after Friend maintains 60 consecutive days of eligible service. Limits: Excludes Cricket and affiliated employees and employee discount holders. Credit applies only to monthly wireless plan charge and expires when associated Cricket account is canceled. Credits have no cash value, are not redeemable for cash or any cash equivalent and are not transferable or refundable. Max $250 in credits (10 referrals) per calendar year for Referrer. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.

AT&T Secure Family

*If you cancel your AT&T or Cricket wireless service and log out of Secure Family, you will not be able to log back in.  Logging out will not stop Secure Family charges. To stop further charges, you must to the Google Play or Apple App Store and cancel your Secure Family service.

*Free moto g power (2024), Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, moto g 5G 2024 offer

New line required. Excludes upgrades. Activation fee (up to $25/line in-store) & add’l one-time fees ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) may apply. Price w/use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. Limit: Transfer Number (Switch/Port), Upgrade or New Line pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Phone may be restricted to Cricket svc during first 6 months after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Return Fee: $25; see cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere.  See cricketwireless.com for details. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.

Samsung A54 for $49.99

Online Only. Must port-in and activate new line on a $60/mo. voice-and-data plan. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Fees may apply ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details.  Price w/use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Port-in pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere.  See cricketwireless.com for details.  © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.
 

iPhone 12 for $49.99

Pay first two months of $60/mo. plan service ($120 total) at point of sale, plus device taxes. $60 will be applied to first month service charge. Remaining $60 will be credited to your account and applied to second month service unless used on other eligible service or features. Account will remain subscribed to $60/mo. plan for two months. Credit will be lost if service is canceled. Credit is not redeemable for cash, has no cash value & is not transferable or refundable. Online only. Requires new account and port-in of new line on the $60/mo. plan. Limit: 4 phones per customer. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Fees may apply ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee). Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Price with use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Port-in pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. 
 

Free Android Offer

*Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (128) GB, moto g power 5G, moto g stylus 5G Offer: Must port-in and activate new line on a $60/mo. voice-and-data plan. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Fees may apply ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) may apply. Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details.  Price w/use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. General:. Port-in pricing is available to customer once every 365 days.  May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits.. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere.  See cricketwireless.com for details.  © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.  

iphone 12 for $199.99

 *Requires new line & new account. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Add’l one-time fees ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) may apply. Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Price with use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. Limit: Four phones per customer. ID check required. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. New line/port pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere.  See cricketwireless.com for details.  © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. 

Private Upgrade Offer

Offer is for above-described customer only and is not transferable. Add’l one-time fees ($5 Customer Assistance Fee) may apply. Price w/use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. Limits: Upgrade pricing is available to customer once every 365 days.  May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Phone may be restricted to Cricket svc during first 6 months after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Return Fee: $25; see cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.
 

iPhone 13 Offer

*Pay first three months of $60/mo. plan service ($180 total) at point of sale, plus device taxes. $60 will be applied to first month service charge. Remaining $120 will be credited to your account and applied to second and third month service unless used on other eligible service or features. Account will remain subscribed to $60/mo. plan for three months. Credit will be lost if service is canceled. Credit is not redeemable for cash, has no cash value & is not transferable or refundable. Online only. Requires new account and port-in of new line on the $60/mo. plan. Limit: 4 phones per customer. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Fees may apply ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee). Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Price with use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Port-in pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.

iPhone 13 offer

*Requires new line & new account. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Add’l one-time fees ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) may apply. Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Price with use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. Limit: Four phones per customer. ID check required. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. New line/port pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere.  See cricketwireless.com for details.  © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. 

4 lines for $100

$55/mo. Cricket Core required on up to four lines. $30 discount on second line, $45 discount each on third & fourth lines, all on same account. Not elig. for Auto Pay credit. For existing customers who change plans, discount may not start until next billing cycle. Cricket Core Data Restrictions: For all data usage, Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. Video Streaming: Video typically streams at standard definition. Content bundled with video may be slow to load. Details at cricketwireless.com/videomanagement. Details on network management policies at cricketwireless.com/mobilebroadband. Mobile hotspot not included. Data usage and tethering that violates contract terms may be slowed or terminated.  General: Activ./upgrade (up to $25/line) & add’l one time ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee) fees may apply; see cricketwireless.com/fees. Devices: Sold separately. Limits: 9 devices. Pricing, availability, terms, data usage, speed & other restr’s subj, to change w/o notice.  By activating/using svc., you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days. Coverage not avail. everywhere.

Free 5G Smartphone Offer

*Must port-in & activ. new line on a $60/mo. voice-and-data plan. First month service charge & tax due at sale. Excludes upgrades and multi-month plans. Fees may apply ($5 rep-assisted and automated phone system payments fee). Return: w/in 7 days. Up to $25 fee may apply. See cricketwireless.com/fees for details. Price with use of Mfg/Dist coupon automatically applied at checkout. By accepting Mfg/Dist coupon, customer agrees to pay all transactional tax due on item sold, including value of coupon where applicable. General: May not be combinable with certain offers, discounts, or credits. Port-in pricing is available to customer once every 365 days. Phone may be restricted to Cricket network until completion of 6 months of service after activation. By activating/using svc, you agree to Cricket Terms of Service (cricketwireless.com/terms). Svc good for 30 days and is subject to Cricket network management policies, see cricketwireless.com/mobile broadband for details. Pricing, terms, & other restr's subject to change and may be modified or terminated at any time without notice.  Coverage & svc not avail. everywhere. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. 

*Refer A Friend

To get credits, Current Cricket customer with at least 30 days’ active service (“Referrer”) must send Refer A Friend link to non-Cricket customer (“Friend”). Friend must enter valid email address or phone number via link to receive referral code, then activate a new line of service on a new Cricket account. Code expires 30 days after receipt. Enter code at time of eligible activation or after activation but before code expiration. Referrer & Friend each receive $25 credit to wireless plans after Friend maintains 60 consecutive days of eligible service. Limits: Excludes Cricket and affiliated employees and employee discount holders. Credit applies only to monthly wireless plan charge and expires when associated Cricket account is canceled. Credits have no cash value, are not redeemable for cash or any cash equivalent and are not transferable or refundable. Max $250 in credits (10 referrals) per calendar year for Referrer. © Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved.