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How to change or disable the SIM PIN on your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge

By Preslav Kateliev

Updated: May 05, 2015, 3:53 AM

How to change or disable the SIM PIN on your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge

Owning a brand new handset with a brand new SIM card inside it will often have you face a PIN unlock security screen on bootup. Now, that's no issue when all the packaging materials are still around you and you have the PIN on hand, but what if you want to change it, or completely remove it on your shiny new Galaxy S6 / edge?

Well, it's not such a hard task, so long as you have your PIN or PUK 1 / 2 codes readily available. If you have already locked yourself out of the card and can't remember where your codes are, the only one who can help you is your carrier. However, if you are merely looking to disable the PIN security lock, or to change the PIN to something that you will more easily remember, read on.

How to change or disable the SIM PIN on your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge

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Preslav, a member of the PhoneArena team since 2014, is a mobile technology enthusiast with a penchant for integrating tech into his hobbies and work. Whether it's writing articles on an iPad Pro, recording band rehearsals with multiple phones, or exploring the potential of mobile gaming through services like GeForce Now and Steam Link, Preslav's approach is hands-on and innovative. His balanced perspective allows him to appreciate both Android and iOS ecosystems, focusing on performance, camera quality, and user experience over brand loyalty.

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