Find answers to most of your questions here for Unlock Blackberry 8520

Unlock Blackberry 8520 Frequently Asked Questions

Why use  UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk?

UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk supply unlock codes to a large number of companies on the internet who re-sell these codes with their markup. You can now buy these codes direct from us. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk have unlocked over 150,000 Blackberry's world wide and our network unlock codes are generated direct from the world unlock code server.

Can I unlock my Blackberry 8520?

You can obtain an unlock code for any of the following conditions:

• You are currently within the terms of your plan or contract
• Your plan / contract has expired
• Your phone was purchased SIM free or offline
• You have purchased the handset from another country
• Your handset is a Company or ex-Company phone
• The network is unwilling to provide the code
• The network cannot unlock your handset
• You are not the registered owner of the handset
  
  

Pre-requisites - before you start  unlocking your Blackberry 8520.

Before starting an unlock procedure on your handset, make sure it is fully charged. Our main unlock method does not require you to have any special cables or require you to install any software. All that we require from you at  UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk is the IMEI number of your handset and the Network / Country that your handset is currently locked to. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk will return your unlock code usually within a few minutes. In some cases it can take up to 24 hours to deliver the unlock codes.

 

How do I find my Blackberry 8520 IMEI?

Dial *#06# - Star Key, Pound/Hash key, Zero Key, Pound/Hash Key. This will return IMEI Followed by the 15 digit number. Remember the IMEI is a 15 digit Number, please omit any dashes, dots and hyphens.

How to unlock your Blackberry 8520?

Our Unlock procedure is extremely simple. There are less than 15 small steps that take less than 60 seconds to unlock your phone.
UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk have detailed step by step instructions online with a video instructions page.

How long does it take to unlock 8520?

Our unlock procedure is amongst the fastest available and should unlock your phone within 60 seconds.

How to order an unlock code?

At the top of every page of the website you need to fill in your IMEI Number and the Network with Country and click the "Unlock Now" button. Complete Payment via the secure Paypal Checkout and UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk will process your order. It’s as simple as that!

How much does it cost?

Our unlock codes cost $10.00 – Prices in GBP and EURO are automatically converted according to Paypal’s Exchange Rate and vary slightly on a daily basis.
Typically in GBP it will cost £6.50 and €10.00.

 

What Payment Methods do you accept?

UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk accept Paypal because its fast, simple and secure and most online users have a Paypal account. If you don't have a Paypal account you don't have to register at Paypal before you can make a payment. You can make a one time payment using your MasterCard, Maestro, Visa, American Express, Solo, Switch, Delta, Discover and Visa electron.

Trade Discount

You can apply for Professional Access to the site if you operate a phone unlock service.

Bulk Unlocking

If you are not a professional unlocker but need to unlock more than 5 handsets, please email us to request unlock price.

When will I get my Unlock Code?

You will normally get your unlock code emailed to you within 5 minutes. In rare cases, the unlock code server does not return an unlock code promptly because some networks take longer than others. In these cases, please wait up to 24 hours for a response.

Do Instant Unlock Codes Work?

After the release of the “New Security” handsets many Network MEP Locks have not been made available to allow unlock through instant unlock code methods
and may not unlock your handset. That is why some of our unlock codes take up to 24 hours and not issue immediately.

How to get my IMEI Number?

You can obtain the IMEI using several methods. The first and simplest method is by typing on your home screen *#06# (Star Pound Zero Six Pound) and you will be presented with a 15 digit number - this is your IMEI number also refereed to as Serial Number.

The second method is by going into the phone and selecting Main Menu, Select Options and the scroll down to Status.

The third method is to physically read the IMEI label printed on the back of your phone. To do this remove your battery and you may find it printed on a sticker on
              the back of your phone. Alternatively, you may find your IMEI printed on the packaging of your phone.

              Note: When reading IMEI number omit the any slashes or dashes separating the numbers.

Which "Network" do we mean?

If you are asked to supply a "network" by  UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk, you should specify the current network that your handset is locked onto.

Can this Unlock procedure damage my phone Blackberry 8520?

This unlock procedure cannot damage your phone. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk do not use any software or hardware to unlock your phone. If your handset unlock fails then there are other options available to unlock you handset.

Do unlock codes actually work?

Yes, UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk have unlocked over 150,000 Blackberry's world wide and our network unlock codes are direct from the server and work 99.99% of the time.

Is Phone Unlocking illegal?

No. There is a lot of confusion between unlocking and un-blocking. Unlocking is not illegal.

What is Unblocking, barred and blocked phones?

When a phone is reported lost/stolen the network will remove the phone from their "phones allowed to access their network" list. In such cases, the phone becomes  "barred" or "black listed" and the handset is blocked from accessing the network. If one is attempting to unblock a handset this would mean they are trying to change the identity of the phone by changing the IMEI number. This is illegal and UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk DOES NOT supply un-blocking services or advise for anyone to do this.

How will I receive my unlock code?

You will receive your unlock code by email - sent to the email address that you specified in Paypal (your primary registered email address). You will be emailed your unlock codes along with full instructions along with a video tutorial.

I haven't received my unlock code.

You should receive you unlock code within 24 hours. If you have not received your unlock code then please check your Paypal registered email address Inbox, Junk or Spam folder. If you still cannot locate your unlock code email, contact us with your name, email address and if possible, the Paypal Transaction ID
eg "88J134350R833554N" normally found in your Paypal Order checkout confirmation, and located in the top right hand corner.

The Unlock returned code error?

Be sure to enter the unlock codes provided by UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk carefully and that each unlock code is entered only once. If the first unlock code returns "Code Error" then go on to the next code sequentially, until you see "Code Accepted". If you repeatedly get code error, it could mean that multiple unlock codes have already been tried (and failed) in your handset. In such cases, we may be able to offer an alternative unlocking solution. Please email us with all the information that you have about your handset.

The other reason for "Code Error" could be that the phone has the latest security locking on it and is not possible to be unlocked through the use of Unlock codes at this moment in time.

I have unlocked but I am not getting any Phone Signal?

This is nothing to do with our unlocking. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk remove the lock code off the phone to enable it to be used with any SIM card. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk cannot check if your phone is faulty or possibly blocked/barred or black listed from the network. If your handset is blocked, barred or black-listed, it will not receive a signal to make incoming or outgoing calls.

Do I need to send my phone in?

No UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk do not require your phone. Just provide us IMEI and Network (including Country) and UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk will provide you with the unlock information specifically for your phone.

Is this unlock code permanent?

Yes, this is a full unlock of your handset and is exactly the same procedure/ unlock code that you could obtain from your network at a premium. Once unlocked, your phone will be permanently unlocked and you should be able to use it on any network, in most  country (majority of all new phones are now Quad band meaning they can be used in almost any country).

Why are you cheaper than other unlock providers?

UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk supply unlock codes to a large number of companies on the internet who then re-sell these codes to you with their mark-up. You can now buy these codes direct from us, hence you get them at a more competitive price.

Is this unlock procedure safe?

YES it is 100% safe. UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk do not make any changes to the hardware or firmware of your handset. We only change a parameter within the existing software. That means its totally a safe modification.

 

Will the unlock delete phone data or settings?

Our unlock code procedure does not affect any data or settings that you may have on your phone. Certain unlocks offered by other unlocking providers can result in a Factory Reset and Restore the phone to the original state, meaning you lose your settings, contacts, pictures and videos etc.

Can I use any network after the unlock?

Yes. Once unlocked you will be able to use any network in any country (the majority of new phones are now Quad band meaning they can be used in almost any country).

Why can you unlock my phone when others cannot?

As long as you you have not used up all your unlock code attempts - UnlockBlackberry8520.co.uk can confidently provide you with an unlock code. We only use codes direct form the World Unlock Code Server that have 99.99% proven record of unlocking handsets.

 

How do I find out if my phone uses New Security?

If your phone has '03' or '04' in the middle of the IMEI then it is using the new security, e.g. xxxxxx 03 xxxxxxx. Also all unsupported networks and models on the normal Blackberry unlock code service IS SUPPORTED by THIS new security service - regardless of the IMEI having '03' / '04' in the middle or not.