How to Find the IMEI on a Google Pixel
A Pixel lists a number for the SIM tray and another for the eSIM. Check both, then check how long that model still gets updates.
Check a Pixel IMEI — free
See device, blacklist and lock status in seconds — no signup. Dial *#06# on the phone to display its IMEI — or scan a photo or screenshot of that screen, or of the barcode on the phone's box or SIM tray.
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Where a Pixel keeps the number
| Where | What to do | Catch |
|---|---|---|
| Dialer | Enter *#06#. | Shows both the SIM and the eSIM identity. |
| Settings | Settings, About phone, then IMEI. Tap an entry to see the full number. | Rows are labelled "IMEI (SIM slot)" and "IMEI (eSIM)" on current software. |
| Box label | A sticker lists IMEI, serial and the model code. | A Pixel box often holds the first buyer's data. |
| Google account | The devices page of the account shows the phone you signed in on. | Only for the owner of the account. |
| SIM tray | Older Pixels print the IMEI on the tray. | Many current models do not. |
What is different about a Pixel when you buy one second-hand
A Pixel is sold directly by Google and by carriers, and it is software, not hardware, that makes it special. That changes what you should check. A phone from the Google store has no lock to remove. A phone from a carrier may have one. And because Google writes the software itself, each model has a published support window after which the phone no longer gets security updates. For a buyer, that date matters at least as much as the battery.
| Check | Where | Why it matters on a Pixel |
|---|---|---|
| Model name | Settings, About phone. | Pixel, Pro, a-series and Fold are different phones with different support dates. |
| Android version and update date | About phone, then Android version. | Tells you if the phone is still updated. |
| Carrier version | Box label or purchase record. | A carrier version may be locked. |
| Google account | Settings, top of the screen. | The previous owner's account must be removed. |
| Battery health | Settings, Battery, where the model supports it. | Pixels age at different speeds. |
On older Pixels sold by one US carrier, the bootloader could not be unlocked for custom software. That only matters to people who want to install something else, but it is another reason to know who first sold the phone.
A buyer's checklist for a second-hand Pixel
- Dial *#06# with the seller watching and note both numbers.
- Open About phone and read the model name and the Android version.
- Look up the support end date for that exact model on Google's support site.
- Enter the first IMEI in the checker above, then run the blacklist page.
- Ask the seller to remove the Google account and then reset the phone in front of you.
For locks, see the unlock page. Related guides: iPhone and Motorola.
Questions people ask
Why does my Pixel show more than one IMEI?
A Pixel has a physical SIM slot and an eSIM, and each has its own identity. One number is for the SIM tray, the other for the eSIM. Check the first one, and note the second if you plan to use eSIM.
Is a Pixel bought from a carrier locked?
It can be. A Pixel sold by Google comes unlocked. One sold by a carrier or a prepaid brand may be locked until it meets that carrier's rules. The unlock page explains how lock status is read; the IMEI alone does not prove it.
How long will a Pixel get security updates?
It depends on the model. Google publishes an end date for each Pixel on its support site, and newer models get longer support than older ones. Look the date up for the exact model before you buy; an old Pixel with no updates left is a risk even if it works perfectly.
Can I find the IMEI of a Pixel I lost?
The Google account you used on the phone lists the device, and the Find Hub service can show where it was last seen. The retail box and receipt also carry the number.
What is the difference between a Pixel and a Pixel a-series?
The a-series are cheaper versions of the same year's Pixel. The IMEI steps are identical. The model name in About phone tells you which one it is.