It is useful to know your serial number of iPhone or other iDevices. You’ll need to locate your iPhone serial number at some occasions, such as checking warranty status, repairs, checking the unlock status and so on. The serial number can identify your iOS device. In this article, we will discuss top 5 ways that you can locate your iPhone serial number.
iTunes is the official program for iPhone. And it is used by most of iPhone users although it is complicated to use. If you are unaware of this particular software, it is a localized program within your phone that allows you to download apps and music. When you are using iTunes, the software locates your serial number to ensure that the proper device is still being used.
Use the following steps to locate your serial number using iTunes:
It is the easiest way to find your iPhone serial number if the iTunes method was not successful. You can check the serial by using your actual iPhone. On the home screen of your device, click on the "Settings" option. A drop down menu list will pop up. Click on the word "General" and then click on "About". Your serial number should now be listed on the screen.
If you no longer have your device due to it being stolen, or if you are still having difficulties finding the serial number by using the steps above, then there are two other solutions. When you purchased your iPhone, you should have received a receipt, or proof of purchase. Most retailers have the same receipt format, so finding the number should be simple. On the receipt, look for the line that has the description of the item purchased. Usually the price is on the same line of the receipt. Either on the same line or directly below, you should see "Serial Number" or "Ser. No." with the numbers directly after.
If you iPhone is damaged and you can't launch it, you can find the serial number on the device packaging where there is barcode.
After purchasing an iPhone, if you've left your email address to the Apple Retail Store staff, then for sure you should receive an email with your iPhone serial number in it.
When downloading certain apps or security related programs on your phone, you might see the phrase "UDID" mentioned. It is a longer, alternate version of your original serial number. You can have the UDID emailed to yourself by downloading a useful app called "Ad Hoc Helper". After you download and open the app, your primary mail application will open that contains your serial number. You can send this email to yourself for later reference.
That's all the top 5 ways to find your serial number.
Nov 17,2016 20:08 pm / Posted by Christine Smith to iPhone Tips