Find the serial number or IMEI on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (2024)

Learn how to find the serial number, IMEI/MEID, CDN, and ICCID on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

Before you begin

  • You can find these numbers in several places, including Settings, on the physical device, in the Finder or iTunes, and on the original packaging.

  • When you contact Apple for support, you can use the serial number or the IMEI/MEID number to identify your device.

Find your serial number, IMEI/MEID, or ICCID in Settings

  1. Go to Settings > General and tap About.

  2. Look for the serial number. You might need to scroll down to find the IMEI/MEID, and ICCID.

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  3. To paste this information into Apple registration or support forms, touch and hold the number to copy.

Find your serial number or IMEI before setting up your device

  1. Turn on your device.

  2. Press and hold the device's power button until you see the Apple logo. You'll then see "Hello" in many languages.

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  3. Tap the Info buttonFind the serial number or IMEI on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (3) , in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

Still haven't found the number that you need? See the following sections.

On your device

In the Finder or iTunes

Don't have your device?

iPhone

If your iPhone has a SIM tray and you need support but can't view the Settings menu, you can use the IMEI/MEID instead of the serial number.*

On the following devices, find the serial number in Settings and the IMEI/MEID on the SIM tray:

  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)

  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)

  • iPhone 11

  • iPhone 11 Pro

  • iPhone 11 Pro Max

  • iPhone XS

  • iPhone XS Max

  • iPhone XR

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On the following devices, find the serial number in Settings and the IMEI/MEID (the MEID is the first 14 digits of the IMEI) on the back:

  • iPhone 6

  • iPhone 6 Plus

  • iPhone SE (1st generation)

  • iPhone 5s

  • iPhone 5c

  • iPhone 5

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On the following devices, find the serial number and IMEI/MEID on the SIM tray:

  • iPhone 3G

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPhone 4 (GSM model)

  • iPhone 4s

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If you have an original iPhone, find the serial number and IMEI engraved on the back.

iPad and iPod touch

Find the serial number for your iPad Pro, iPad, or iPod touch on the back of the device. On an iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular model), you'll also find the IMEI.

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Finder and iTunes

You can also find the serial number for your device in the Finder or iTunes:

  1. Connect your device to your computer.

  2. On a Mac with macOS Catalina 10.15 or later, open the Finder. On a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier, or on a PC, open iTunes.

  3. Locate your device. In the Finder, make sure you're under the General tab. In iTunes, click the Summary tab to see its information.

  4. For iPhone, click Phone Number under your device name or the device model to find the IMEI/MEID and ICCID. For an iPad (cellular model), click Serial Number to find the CDN, IMEI/MEID, and ICCID.

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If you'd like to paste this information into Apple registration or support forms,choose Edit > Copy Serial Number.

If you don't have your device

There are several places to check that might show the serial or IMEI/MEID number.

  1. Go to appleid.apple.com in a web browser.

  2. Sign in with the Apple ID that you use on your device.

  3. Choose the Devices section. To see the serial and IMEI/MEID number, select the device.

If you still need help, here's what to try next:

  • Do you have a different device with iOS 10.3 or later that's signed in to your Apple ID? On that device, go to Settings > [Your name]. Scroll down to see any devices signed in with your Apple ID. To view the serial and IMEI/MEID number, tap the device name.

  • Do you still have your device's original package? Find the serial number and IMEI/MEID on the barcode:

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  • Still can't find the number that you need? Contact Apple Support by selecting your device from this list:

    • iPhone

    • iPad

    • iPod touch

* iPhone 14 models and later don't have an IMEI/MEID engraving.

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FAQs

Find the serial number or IMEI on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support? ›

Find your serial number, IMEI/MEID, or ICCID in Settings

How to check iPad IMEI number? ›

Go to Settings > General and tap About. Look for the serial number. You might need to scroll down to find the IMEI/MEID and ICCID.

How to get IMEI number on iPad if locked? ›

Had this problem, simply press the i button bottom right hand corner of "hello" activation screen and IMEI should appear.

How do I find the model number of my iPhone iPad or iPod touch? ›

Find the model number on the upper side of the connector — the side with the display. On an iPhone 7 or earlier, an iPad, or an iPod touch, find the model number on the back of your device.

How do I find the IMEI number of my device? ›

Another method is to Open the About Section of the Phone. For Android: Navigate to Settings > About phone> Status, and here you will find the IMEI Number on the report.

Can you find IMEI number with Apple ID? ›

Go to appleid.apple.com in a web browser. Sign in with the Apple ID that you use on your device. Choose the Devices section. To see the serial and IMEI/MEID number, select the device.

Why can't I find my IMEI on my iPad? ›

Most iPads don't have an IMEI number unless they are cellular models. However, all iPads have a serial number that acts as a unique identifier for your device. More Related Articles: How to Find a Serial Number on a Chromebook.

How to get iPad serial number without setting up? ›

If you have your product's original packaging, you can check the barcode to find the serial number. You can also find your product's serial number on the original product receipt or invoice.

How to get IMEI number without setting up iPhone? ›

To find your iPhone's IMEI, you can use the Settings app, Phone app, Finder, or iTunes. You can also find the IMEI in the SIM tray of your device. If you don't have your iPhone with you, you can find the IMEI on the Apple ID page or original packaging.

Can you unlock an iPhone without the IMEI number? ›

Unlocking an iPhone without the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number is technically possible, but it's a complex process that often involves jailbreaking the device or using unofficial unlocking methods.

How can I tell what model of iPod touch I have? ›

You can distinguish the iPod touch (3rd generation) from iPod touch (2nd generation) by looking at the back of the device. In the text below the engraving, look for the model number.

How to check iPod serial number? ›

You can find your serial number in the About screen on your iPod touch or iPod nano (6th generation or later). Go to Settings > General > About.

How can I find my IMEI number without a device? ›

The easiest thing you can do to find out your IMEI number without having your phone is to check out the box in which it had arrived. Almost all the boxes will have a label that has the smartphone's IMEI number mentioned. Therefore it is important to keep the box intact.

How to check IMEI number without phone? ›

If your phone is lost or stolen and you don't have the box, you can still find your IMEI number by following these steps: First, sign in to your Google account at myaccount.google.com/dashboard and look for “Android” or you can click on “Find My Device.” It will show you the devices you have linked to your dashboard.

How to check if an iPad is genuine using a serial number? ›

Besides checking the IMEI number on the back of the iPad, you can also check it in the Settings section by going to Settings > General > About. Visit https://checkcoverage.apple.com/ and enter the serial number of your iPad to check whether it is a genuine product.

Can iPad IMEI be tracked? ›

Yes Definitely , Because from IMEI number company can tell your MAC address and from MAC address any expert can track and locate your device . Where is the Apple iPad serial number?

Does iPad cellular have IMEI? ›

Your iPad will have an IMEI number only if it's a cellular model. Otherwise, most iPads only have a serial number, and don't have an IMEI number. There are several ways to find the IMEI number and the serial number on your iPad.

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