Apple GSMA Database

iPhone 12 IMEI Check

Official GSMA device allocation, blacklist record & carrier status verification for iPhone 12.

Enter 15-Digit IMEI for iPhone 12
256-bit Encrypted GSMA Lookup Sample TAC: 35304610

Querying iPhone 12...

Cross-referencing global carrier allocation and blacklist records

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Validating Identifier & Luhn Checksum
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Querying Carrier & Allocation Database
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Cross-checking Security Records
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Formatting Technical Report

Hardware Profile

Manufacturer Apple
Release Year 2020
Processor / Chip Apple A14 Bionic
Display 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
eSIM Capability eSIM & Nano-SIM
Security Lock iCloud Activation Lock (Find My)

Where to Find IMEI on iPhone 12

  • 1. Phone Dialer: Open phone app and dial *#06# to view IMEI immediately on screen.
  • 2. Settings Menu: Settings > General > About or on SIM tray.
  • 3. SIM Tray / Hardware: Laser-etched on the nano-SIM tray.

Important Verification Checks for iPhone 12

GSMA Blacklist & Stolen Status

If the seller has an active police theft report or unpaid carrier installment plan, the IMEI is blacklisted globally, preventing all cellular network connectivity.

Clone & Counterfeit Detection

Risk Level: High (Check for aftermarket non-OLED LCD replacements). Fake replica phones run cloned Android shells mimicking genuine devices. Verifying the hardware TAC on IMEI.io immediately exposes counterfeit devices.

iCloud Activation Lock (Find My)

Never purchase a iPhone 12 without verifying that user activation lock is completely removed. Devices locked to previous owners cannot be activated after factory reset.

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Scan Barcode with Camera

Point camera at the barcode on the phone box, tray, or dial *#06# screen.

Align 1D/2D Barcode inside frame

How to Locate Your IMEI

The fastest universal method on any smartphone:

Universal Phone Code
*#06#
Open Phone App > Dial this number

Alternative Methods:

  • On iPhone: Go to Settings > General > About and scroll to IMEI.
  • On Android: Go to Settings > About Phone > Status > IMEI Information.
  • SIM Tray: Most smartphones have the IMEI laser-etched directly on the SIM tray.

Recent Queries

Your verified IMEIs are saved privately on your device for quick access.

FAQs

What is TAC?

The Type Allocation Code represents the first 8 digits of the IMEI, defining brand, hardware model and regulatory approval country.

Why check before buying a used phone?

A blacklisted phone cannot be used with carrier SIM cards. Checking on IMEI.io protects you from fraud.

Do Dual-SIM phones have two IMEIs?

Yes, dual-SIM devices feature two modems and therefore have IMEI 1 and IMEI 2. Both can be verified independently.