Vintage Phone Secret Codes — The Ultimate Complete Guide 2026
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# Vintage Phone Secret Codes — The Ultimate Complete Guide 2026
## The Most Complete Resource on Vintage Mobile Phone Secret Codes
This is the most complete guide ever created on secret codes for vintage mobile phones. Over **500 verified codes** for all major brands — Nokia, Motorola, Samsung, Siemens, Ericsson, Sony Ericsson, Alcatel, LG, Panasonic, Sharp, Philips, Sagem, NEC, Mitsubishi/Trium, BenQ-Siemens.
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## What are Secret Codes?
Secret codes (also called "engineer codes", "service codes" or "USSD codes") are key sequences that unlock hidden functions in mobile phones. They were originally created by engineers to:
- **Diagnostics** — Test hardware and software in the factory
- **Unlocking** — Remove SIM or operator locks
- **Reset** — Restore the phone to factory state
- **Configuration** — Set advanced network parameters
- **Information** — Read hidden technical data
Most codes work by dialling the sequence on the keypad and pressing the call button.
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## ⚠️ IMPORTANT WARNINGS
🔴 **FULL RESET** — Codes like `*#7370#`, `*2767*3855#`, `*#*#7780#*#*` **delete ALL data** — contacts, messages, photos, apps. Always make a backup first.
🟡 **SIM UNLOCKING** — Unlock codes must be provided by the operator. Repeated incorrect entries can permanently lock the phone.
🟢 **SAFE CODES** — `*#06#` (IMEI) and `*#0000#` (software version) are completely safe on any phone.
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## NOKIA — Complete Secret Codes
### Universal Nokia Codes (work on almost all models)
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | Show IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version, date, type | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address | ✅ Yes |
| `*#62209526#` | WiFi MAC address | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7370#` | Hard Reset — deletes everything | ⚠️ Caution |
| `*#7780#` | Reset settings — keeps data | 🟡 Medium |
| `*#92702689#` | Production and warranty data | ✅ Yes |
| `*3370#` | Activate Enhanced Full Rate (better voice) | ✅ Yes |
| `#3370#` | Deactivate Enhanced Full Rate | ✅ Yes |
| `*4720#` | Activate Half Rate (save battery) | ✅ Yes |
| `#4720#` | Deactivate Half Rate | ✅ Yes |
| `*#21#` | Check active call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `*#43#` | Check Call Waiting status | ✅ Yes |
| `##002#` | Cancel all call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7760#` | Production code | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2640#` | Security code | ✅ Yes |
| `*#3283#` | Production date (week/year) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7693#` | Sleep mode on/off | ✅ Yes |
### Nokia Codes for Specific Models
**Nokia 3310 / 3330 / 3410:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#92702689#` | Warranty menu with 6 submenus |
| `*3370#` | Enhanced Full Rate |
| `*#7780#` | Partial reset |
**Nokia 6310 / 6310i:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
| `*#7370#` | Hard Reset |
| `*#7760#` | Production number |
| `*#62209526#` | Bluetooth MAC |
**Nokia N-Series (N70, N73, N95, N8):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
| `*#62209526#` | WiFi MAC |
| `*#7370#` | Hard Reset |
| `*#7780#` | Reset settings |
**Nokia E-Series (E51, E65, E71, E72):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth MAC |
| `*#62209526#` | WiFi MAC |
| `*#7370#` | Hard Reset |
**Nokia Lumia (Windows Phone):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `##634#` | Hardware diagnostics |
| `##3282#` | EPST network information |
| `##7820#` | Radio information |
| `##7562#` | SIM lock status |
| `##2637843#` | Battery information |
**Nokia Asha Series:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#7370#` | Hard Reset |
| `*#7780#` | Reset settings |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
| `*#62209526#` | WiFi MAC |
| `*#92702689#` | Warranty data |
### Nokia SIM Unlocking
`#pw+CODE+1#` — Unlock from network
`#pw+CODE+2#` — Unlock from sub-network
`#pw+CODE+3#` — Unlock from provider
`#pw+CODE+4#` — Unlock from SIM
**Note:** CODE must be provided by the operator or an unlocking service.
---
## MOTOROLA — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `1234` | Default PIN many models | ✅ Yes |
| `000000` | Alternative default PIN | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Phone, battery, statistics info (Android) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#7780#*#*` | Android factory reset | ⚠️ Caution |
| `*#*#2664#*#*` | Touchscreen test | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#0842#*#*` | Vibration and backlight test | ✅ Yes |
| `##786#` | Reset repair counter | 🟡 Medium |
| `##7764726#` | Motorola secret menu | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#1472365#*#*` | Quick GPS test | ✅ Yes |
**Motorola RAZR V3 / V3i:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#**#` | Software version |
| `1234` | Default PIN |
**Motorola StarTAC / MicroTAC:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `000000` | Default PIN |
| `FCN + 078 + SND` | Secret menu (StarTAC) |
---
## SAMSUNG — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0*#` | Full hardware test menu | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Phone, battery, statistics info | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#7780#*#*` | Factory reset (keeps SD) | ⚠️ Caution |
| `*2767*3855#` | Full reset including SD | 🔴 Dangerous |
| `*#1234#` | Firmware version PDA/CSC/MODEM | ✅ Yes |
| `*#12580*369#` | Software information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7465625#` | SIM lock status | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#2664#*#*` | Touchscreen test | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#197328640#*#*` | Full service menu | 🟡 Medium |
| `*#9090#` | Diagnostics | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0228#` | Battery information ADC | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7353#` | Quick test menu | ✅ Yes |
| `*#8999*8378#` | Service menu (old models) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0*#` followed by G | Green screen test | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0*#` followed by R | Red screen test | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0*#` followed by B | Blue screen test | ✅ Yes |
**Samsung Galaxy S / S2 / S3:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0*#` | Full hardware test |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Battery and network info |
| `*#1234#` | Firmware version |
**Samsung Wave (Bada OS):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version |
---
## SIEMENS — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2254#` | Network register status | ✅ Yes |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number | ✅ Yes |
| `#31#` | Show caller number | ✅ Yes |
| `*#21#` | Check call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `##002#` | Cancel all forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2255#` | Secret call log | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7693#` | Sleep mode on/off | ✅ Yes |
**Siemens S-Series (S25, S35, S45, S55, S65, S75):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware version |
| `*#07#` | SAR info |
**Siemens C-Series (C25, C35, C45, C55, C65, C75):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version |
**Siemens ME45 / M65 (Rugged):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#2254#` | Network register |
**Siemens SL45 / SL55 / SL65 (Slim):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#9999#` | MP3 version |
---
## ERICSSON — Complete Secret Codes
### Universal Ericsson Codes (pre-2001)
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI — works on all models | ✅ Yes |
| `>*<<*<*` | Service information menu (arrow keys) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software and firmware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0003*CODE#` | SIM unlock (code from operator) | 🟡 Medium |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number (CLIR) | ✅ Yes |
| `#31#` | Show caller number | ✅ Yes |
| `*#21#` | Check active call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `##002#` | Cancel all call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
### How to use the Ericsson secret menu with arrow keys
The code `>*<<*<*` is entered using **arrow keys**:
- `>` = RIGHT arrow key
- `<` = LEFT arrow key
- `*` = asterisk key
Sequence: **RIGHT → ASTERISK → LEFT → LEFT → ASTERISK → LEFT → ASTERISK**
### Ericsson Codes for Specific Models
**Ericsson T10 / T18s (1999):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `>*<<*<*` | Service menu |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number |
**Ericsson T28 World (1999 — Thinnest phone in the world 1999):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `>*<<*<*` | Full information menu |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware version |
| `*#07#` | SAR information |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number |
**Ericsson T39m (2001 — One of first Bluetooth phones):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `>*<<*<*` | Service menu |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
| `*#07#` | SAR |
**Ericsson R250 PRO (1999 — Military Rugged):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `>*<<*<*` | Service menu |
| `*#07#` | SAR (MIL-STD-810 certification) |
**Ericsson R380 (2000 — First smartphone in the world):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | EPOC software version |
| System Menu → Info | Complete device information |
**Ericsson R520m (2001 — Last Ericsson before merger):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `>*<<*<*` | Service menu |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
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## SONY ERICSSON — Complete Secret Codes
### Universal Sony Ericsson Codes (2002-2012)
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software and firmware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu (arrow keys) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#7465625*#` | SIM lock status | ✅ Yes |
| `*#73526268*#` | Network status | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*2#` | Memory status | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number | ✅ Yes |
| `#31#` | Show caller number | ✅ Yes |
| `*#21#` | Check call forwarding | ✅ Yes |
| `##002#` | Cancel all forwarding | ✅ Yes |
### Sony Ericsson Codes for Specific Models
**Sony Ericsson T68i (2002 — First successful SE):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production info |
| `*#07#` | SAR |
**Sony Ericsson K750i (2005 — Best camera of 2005):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production and manufacturing date info |
| `*#7465625*#` | SIM lock status |
| `*#07#` | SAR |
**Sony Ericsson W800i (2005 — First Walkman Phone):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production info |
| `*2#` | Walkman memory status |
**Sony Ericsson K800i / C905 (2006-2008 — CyberShot):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production info incl. camera firmware version |
| `*#73526268*#` | Network status |
| `*#07#` | SAR |
**Sony Ericsson Satio U1i (2009 — 12MP):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*<<*<` | Secret menu |
| `*#7353266*#` | Production info |
| `*#2820#` | Bluetooth address |
**Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 / Arc (2010-2011 — Android):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Phone and battery info Android |
| `*#*#7780#*#*` | Android factory reset |
| `*#*#2664#*#*` | Touchscreen test |
| `*#*#1472365#*#*` | GPS test |
| `*#7353266*#` | SE production info |
---
## ALCATEL — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `000000` | Default PIN | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Phone info Android | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#7780#*#*` | Android factory reset | ⚠️ Caution |
| `##786#` | Reset counter Android | 🟡 Medium |
---
## LG — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `2945#*#` | LG secret menu (feature phone) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#4636#*#*` | Phone info Android | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#7780#*#*` | Android factory reset | ⚠️ Caution |
| `3845#*850#` | LG secret menu (some models) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#2664#*#*` | Touchscreen test | ✅ Yes |
| `*#*#1472365#*#*` | GPS test | ✅ Yes |
**LG Chocolate (KG800, KF300):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `2945#*#` | Secret menu |
**LG Shine (KE970):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `2945#*#` | Secret menu |
**LG Viewty (KU990):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `2945#*#` | Secret menu |
**LG Prada (KE850):**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `2945#*#` | Secret menu |
---
## PANASONIC — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `**#0000#**` | Alternative software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2640#` | Security code | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version | ✅ Yes |
---
## SHARP — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9998*4357#` | Secret menu (some models) | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2470#` | Hardware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9998*228#` | Battery status | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9998*368#` | Battery test | ✅ Yes |
---
## PHILIPS — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2470#` | Hardware test | ✅ Yes |
**Philips Xenium 9@9 / 9@9d / 9@9e / 9@9g / 9@9i:**
| Code | Function |
|------|----------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI |
| `*#0000#` | Software version |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version |
| `*#07#` | SAR — verify certified standby |
---
## SAGEM — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version | ✅ Yes |
| `000000` | Default PIN | ✅ Yes |
---
## NEC — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version | ✅ Yes |
| `*2767*3855#` | Full reset (some models) | ⚠️ Caution |
---
## MITSUBISHI / TRIUM — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#07#` | SAR information | ✅ Yes |
| `*#9999#` | Alternative version | ✅ Yes |
---
## BenQ-SIEMENS — Complete Secret Codes
| Code | Function | Safe? |
|------|----------|-------|
| `*#06#` | IMEI | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0000#` | Software version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#0001#` | Hardware version | ✅ Yes |
| `*#2254#` | Network register status | ✅ Yes |
---
## UNIVERSAL CODES — Work on Almost All Phones
These codes are international GSM standards and work on almost all mobile phones regardless of brand:
| Code | Function | Standard |
|------|----------|---------|
| `*#06#` | Show IMEI | GSM universal |
| `*21*NUMBER#` | Activate call forwarding | GSM |
| `##21#` | Deactivate call forwarding | GSM |
| `*#21#` | Check active forwarding | GSM |
| `*43#` | Activate Call Waiting | GSM |
| `#43#` | Deactivate Call Waiting | GSM |
| `*31#` | Hide caller number | GSM |
| `#31#` | Show caller number | GSM |
| `*#31#` | Check CLIR status | GSM |
| `**04*old*new*new#` | Change PIN | GSM |
| `**05*PUK*newPIN*newPIN#` | Unlock with PUK | GSM |
| `**042*PUK2*newPin2*newPin2#` | Unlock PIN2 | GSM |
| `##002#` | Cancel all call forwarding | GSM |
---
## How to Find the IMEI of Your Vintage Phone
**Method 1 — Universal code:** Dial `*#06#` on any mobile phone. The IMEI appears on screen.
**Method 2 — Under the battery:** Remove the battery — the IMEI is printed on the label underneath.
**Method 3 — Original box:** The barcode on the original box contains the IMEI.
**What the IMEI is used for:**
- Verify the authenticity of the phone
- Unlock the phone from the operator network
- Report theft to authorities
- Check if the phone was previously stolen
---
## History of Secret Codes
Secret codes were born in the 1980s when Nokia, Motorola and Ericsson engineers needed to test prototypes in the factory without disassembling the device.
The `*#06#` code for IMEI was standardised by ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) in 1991 with the introduction of the GSM standard — it has remained unchanged for over 30 years.
With the arrival of Android and iOS smartphones, many traditional codes have been replaced by diagnostic menus integrated into settings. But on vintage phones from the early 2000s, secret codes remain the only way to access this information.
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