To ensure quality service, click here to check your GSM coverage.
Provide us with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card for the switch!
Provide us with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card for the switch!
Provide us with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card for the switch!
Provide us with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card for the switch!
Provide us with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card for the switch!
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Have questions about bringing your phone or data device?
Have questions about bringing your phone?
What is the process to switch to GSM?
Existing Gen Mobile customers will be prompted via SMS (text message) when their account is ready to switch.
The SMS (text message) will ask you to fill out the form above with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card.
Is my billing cycle due date and account balance going to change because of the switch?
There will be no changes made on your service plan. The cost for your plan, balance, phone number, or billing due date will not be affected in any way when you do the switch. You will still be able to enjoy the same great value plans and service from Gen Mobile, plus improved coverage from the 5G GSM network.
How will the switch from CDMA network to GSM network affect me as a Gen Mobile customer?
The switch from CDMA to GSM will not affect your Gen Mobile account. In the long run, we expect to see positive changes in regard to service, coverage, and pricing.
How will I know if my phone is compatible with Gen Mobile's GSM network?
- Most unlocked GSM-network phones.
- Unlocked T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Simple Mobile, Straight Talk, and Verizon phones.
- The device needs to have 4G LTE and VoLTE capability.
What is the process to switch to GSM?
Existing Gen Mobile customers will be prompted via SMS (text message) when their account is ready to switch.
The SMS (text message) will ask you to fill out the form above with your current shipping address so we can send you a free GSM SIM card.
Is my billing cycle due date and account balance going to change because of the switch?
There will be no changes made on your service plan. The cost for your plan, balance, phone number, or billing due date will not be affected in any way when you do the switch. You will still be able to enjoy the same great value plans and service from Gen Mobile, plus improved coverage from the 5G GSM network.
How will the switch from CDMA network to GSM network affect me as a Gen Mobile customer?
The switch from CDMA to GSM will not affect your Gen Mobile account. In the long run, we expect to see positive changes in regard to service, coverage, and pricing.
How will I know if my phone is compatible with Gen Mobile's GSM network?
- Most unlocked GSM-network phones.
- Unlocked T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Simple Mobile, Straight Talk, and Verizon phones.
- The device needs to have 4G LTE and VoLTE capability.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
We're here to help and we can even check your phone or data device's compatibility.
Live Support Hours:
Everyday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST
+1 (833) 528-1380
How do I know if my phone or data device is eligible?
Gen Mobile runs on two of America's largest 5G/4G LTE GSM and CDMA networks*. You have the option to choose between these two nationwide networks.
If you are activating your phone on our GSM network, compatible BYOP phones and data devices 2 include:
- Most unlocked 5G/4G LTE VoLTE capable GSM-network phones or data devices 2
- Unlocked AT&T, T-Mobile, Cricket Wireless, Simple Mobile, and Straight Talk phones and data devices
- Most phones with SIM cards
If you are activating your phone on our Sprint® CDMA Network*, compatible BYOP phones include:
All CDMA phones developed for the Sprint® Network* or for any Sprint® Network* MVNO mobile provider
Other provider phones include:
iPhones purchased through Apple stores, big box stores (e.g. Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Costco) or wireless carrier retail stores (e.g. T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket):
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- AT&T & T-Mobile: 6, 6+, 6S, 6S+, SE, XS, XS Max, XR and newer
- Verizon: 5c and newer (5c and 5s models do not support CDMA 800Mhz band)
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Nexus devices purchased through Google Play, big box stores or carrier retail stores:
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- AT&T & Verizon: Nexus 5, 5X, 6, 6P, Pixel, Pixel XL
- T-Mobile: Nexus 5X, 6, 6P, Pixel, Pixel XL
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- Motorola - X Pure Edition, G4, G4 Play, G4 Plus, G5 Plus, E4, E4 Plus, Z2 Play
- Samsung - Special Edition of Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, S8, S8 Plus & Note 8
- ZTE - Warp Elite, Warp 7, Prestige, Blade Force, Tempo X, Blade Max XL, Blade Max 2s, & Quest 5
- LG - V30s, V35 ThinQ, X Charge US 601 only, Stylo 4 Q710UL only, LG Stylo 5 LM-Q7720QM only, G7 Fit, G7 ThinQ, & G8 ThinQ
- ZTE - Blade Max 2s
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You can also call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week, if you need help checking your phone or data device's compatibility.
Note: Your phone or data device must be unlocked, free from contract, and paid off before bringing it to Gen Mobile. Give your current carrier a call to check your device's status.
2 Data devices must be GSM network compatible, free of contract, and without an unpaid balance.
What if I already have a CDMA phone developed for the Sprint® Network* or for any Sprint® Network* MVNO? Can I bring this phone?
If you have a 4G LTE CDMA phone developed for the Sprint® Network* or for any Sprint® Network* MVNO mobile provider, and your phone already includes the original SIM card, you do not need to purchase a new SIM card from Gen Mobile 3. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Your current SIM can be re-activated. Click here to purchase a plan. After checkout, a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative can activate your phone within minutes via phone or chat. Just call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Customer Care representative between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week.
If you have a 3G CDMA phones developed for the Sprint® Network* or for any Sprint® Network* MVNO mobile provider, you do not need a SIM card. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Click here to purchase your plan for your Sprint® Network* phone. After checkout, a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative can activate your phone within minutes via phone or chat. Just call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Customer Care representative between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week.
3 If your Sprint® Network* phone is missing its original Sprint SIM card, click here to order a replacement SIM card from us.
Note: Your phone must be unlocked, free from contract, and paid off before bringing it to Gen Mobile. Give your current carrier a call to check your phone's status.
Why isn’t my phone or data device eligible?
Phones or data devices previously reported lost or stolen or have not met all financial eligibility checks (free from contract and has no unpaid balances) are not eligible.
You can consider buying a phone from Gen Mobile. Click here to shop our wide selection of name brand phones.
Do I need a new SIM Card and what is a SIM Card?
If you have a 5G/4G LTE unlocked GSM phone or data device and want to activate it on our GSM network, you will need to purchase a SIM card from Gen Mobile. Click here to purchase your SIM card and plan. Once you receive your SIM card in the mail, just call or chat with us to activate your device.
If you have a Sprint compatible 4G LTE CDMA phone that you want to activate on the Sprint® Network*, you will need to purchase a SIM card from Gen Mobile. Click here to purchase your SIM card and plan. Once you receive your SIM card in the mail, just call or chat with us to activate your device.
If you have a Sprint compatible 4G LTE CDMA phone that you want to activate on the Sprint® Network* AND your phone already includes the original SIM card, you do not need to purchase a new SIM card from Gen Mobile 3. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Your current SIM can be re-activated. Click here to purchase a plan. After checkout, a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative can activate your phone within minutes via phone or chat. Just call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Customer Care representative between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week.
If you have a Sprint compatible 3G CDMA phone and want to activate it on the Sprint® Network*, you do not need a SIM card. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Click here to purchase your plan. After checkout, a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative can activate your phone within minutes via phone or chat. Just call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Customer Care representative between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week.
All GSM SIM cards and most CDMA SIM cards come with three different sizes:
- Standard SIM (15 x 25mm)
- Micro SIM (12 x 15mm)
- Nano SIM (8.8 x 12.3mm)
Carefully pop out the correct SIM card size compatible with your phone or data device and install it in the SIM slot. You can also call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST, 7 days a week, if you need help.
3 If your Sprint, Boost or Virgin Mobile phone is missing a SIM card, click here to order a replacement SIM card.
What plans are available when I bring my own phone or data device?
Any Gen Mobile phone plan is available when you Bring Your Own Phone. Click here to view our phone plans. Any Gen Mobile data plan is available when you Bring Your Own Device. Click here to view our data plans.
Am I in a coverage area?
Gen Mobile offers coverage on two of America's largest nationwide wireless networks*.
Gen Mobile offers nationwide 5G/4G LTE service on the nation's largest 5G GSM network. Click here to check coverage on our GSM network.
Our CDMA network runs on the Nationwide Sprint® Network. Click here to check your coverage on the Sprint® Network.
You can also call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative everyday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST to check coverage.
How does the online 7 day money back service guarantee work?
If you are not happy for any reason in the first 7 days your service plan is activated, Gen Mobile will refund your plan and activation fee (not including shipping fee). No questions asked! The 7-day money back guarantee only applies to customers who purchased their service plan on genmobile.com. Service plans purchased from authorized distributors do not qualify for the 7-day money back guarantee. Check with the authorized distributor for their service plan refund policy.
Getting your money back is hassle-free. To request your 7-day money back refund, just call our Customer Care Team at (833) 528-1380 within 7 days from the date your service plan is activated to open a Return Merchandise Authorization ("RMA") ticket. Please make sure to have your order number, ESN/IMEI number (if applicable), and phone number handy when calling. Your refund will be process within 2-3 business days upon receipt of the SIM card (if you purchased one).
Will my phone or data device need to be unlocked ?
You will need to unlock your phone or data device prior to activating your Gen Mobile service.
If you’ve signed a 2-year contract or some type of annual contract, your phone or data device is probably carrier-locked until you finish paying it off. Once you pay the remaining balance, your carrier is legally obligated to unlock your phone for free.
The best way to determine whether your phone or data device is unlocked is by calling your current carrier. You will most likely need to provide your account password and your device’s IMEI number. You can get the IMEI on most phones by dialing *#06# on your keypad. Please note: Once you have requested for the carrier to unlock your device, it may take up to 24 hours for the carrier to release the lock.
For more carrier tips about unlocking your device, visit our FAQ: https://www.genmobile.com/pages/unlock
Can I keep my phone number?
Yes, after you purchase your phone and/or plan, you will receive an email after checkout with instructions on how you can provide us your number transfer information. You will need to provide us your phone number, account number, account address, and PIN code from your current carrier. You may need to contact your current carrier for this information.
Should I cancel my existing service before I transfer my phone number?
Do not cancel your existing service before you transfer your phone number. Your account needs to be active for the transfer to go through.
Can I get a new phone number?
Yes, you can request a new number when you call or chat to activate your phone. A new number will auto generate based on your requested zip code and area code availability in that zip code. You can also call our Customer Care team to request a new number at any time.
How do I activate my phone or data device?
If you have a GSM compatible phone or data device and you are activating it on our GSM network, you will need to purchase a SIM card from Gen Mobile. Just click here to purchase your SIM card and plan. Once you receive your SIM card in the mail, simply call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile customer care representative to activate your phone within minutes.
If you have a Sprint compatible 4G LTE CDMA phone that you want to activate on the Sprint® Network*, you will need to purchase a SIM card from Gen Mobile. Click here to purchase your SIM card and plan. Once you receive your SIM card in the mail, simply call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile customer care representative to activate your phone within minutes.
If you have a Sprint compatible 4G LTE CDMA phone that you want to activate on the Sprint® CDMA Network* AND your phone already has a Sprint® SIM card in it, you do not need to purchase a new SIM card from Gen Mobile 3. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Your current SIM card can be re-activated. Just click here to purchase your plan and we will activate your phone within minutes via phone or chat. After checkout, simply call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile customer care representative to activate your phone.
If you have a 3G CDMA compatible phone and would like to activate it on the Sprint® Network*, you do not need a SIM card. There is no need to wait in the mail for a SIM card from us. Click here to purchase your plan for your Sprint® Network* phone. After checkout, simply call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile customer care representative to activate your phone within minutes.
3 If your Sprint® Network* phone is missing its original SIM card, click here to order a replacement SIM card from us.
Our customer care reps are available everyday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST to activate your phone or data device.
Can I buy a used phone or data device and bring it to Gen Mobile?
If you would like to activate your phone or data device on our GSM network, make sure to purchase an unlocked GSM compatible phone or data device. Any unlocked 4GLTE and VoLTE capable AT&T, T-Mobile, Cricket Wireless, Simple Mobile, and Straight Talk phone and data device that passes all financial eligibility checks (free from contract and has no unpaid balance) can be activated on the Gen Mobile network.
If you would like to activate your phone on the Sprint® Network*, make sure to purchase an unlocked Sprint® Network* compatible phone. Any Sprint, Boost, and Virgin Mobile phone that passes all financial eligibility checks (free from contract and has no unpaid balance) can be activated on the Gen Mobile network. Sprint® Network* compatible phones also includes a list of universally unlocked CDMA phones from brands like Apple, Samsung, LG, Moto, Google and ZTE. Use our phone compatibility checker to view a list of Sprint® Network* compatible phones.
You can also call (833) 528-1380 or click here to chat with a Gen Mobile Customer Care representative everyday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST and we can check your phone or data device's compatibility.
Why are prices so low? What's the catch?
There's no catch with Gen Mobile. We believe saving money should be easy and hassle-free. Other carriers require you to use Voice Over IP (VOIP) calling, download a special calling app, earn rewards by watching ads or filling out surveys, or prepay 12 months to receive a lower promo price. Gen Mobile leverages advances in telecom technology to bring you the absolute lowest prices on wireless without all the gimmicks.
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