It’s a universal experience that when you get a brand-new SIM card, it takes a while before you can remember your new mobile number. In fact, most of us have to contact our close friends or family so they can inform us what our number is.
If you’re looking for an easy and convenient way to check your phone number, you’re in the right place. We did our research and were able to find different ways you can check your mobile number depending on your network provider.
How to Check Your Airtel Number
If you’re an Airtel user and you want to know what your number is, you can easily do so by dialing certain USSD codes. Then, you just have to follow the on-screen instructions, which will ultimately lead you to your phone number. These codes include:
- * 1 #
- *141 * 123 #
- *400 * 2 * 1 * 10 #
- *282 #
- *140 * 1600 #
- *140 * 175
- *121 * 93 #
How to Check Your Vodafone Number
Similarly, you can also check for your Vodafone number by dialing certain codes on your phone.
- *555 #
- *777 * 0 #
- *555 * 0 #
- *131 * 0 #
- *1112 #
How to Check Your BSNL Number
BSNL has an operator that makes it extra easy to know what your mobile number is. Whether you have a low or sufficient balance still available, you should still be able to check for your phone number with no issues using these USSD codes.
- *99 #
- *1 #
How to Check Your Jio Number
Checking your Reliance Jio number is simple. In fact, you can check it using the last text message you received pertaining to your data usage. When you receive this text message, you’ll see that the message’s contents will include your phone number. You’ll also receive the same message on your registered email.
If you’re unable to check your number this way, you can also send Geo to 199, and you’ll receive a text message with your Jio number.
How to Check Your Idea Number
Are you an Idea user who can’t remember your phone number? You’re in the right place! Here are some USSD codes you can dial to know what your mobile number is:
- *100 #
- *131 * 1 #
- *789 #
- *147 #
- *1 #
Steps to Find Your Number on Your Device
Now that you know what codes to dial, it’s time for you to know how to dial these codes in the first place. Below, we’ll give you a simple and easy-to-understand guide on how to find your phone number using either an Android or iOS phone.
On Android
If you’re using an Android smartphone, here’s what you need to do:
- Go to your Contacts app.
- The first number you see listed in the app should be your number—that is if you set up a contact for yourself.
- If you haven’t done that, then go ahead and set up your profile.
On iOS
Similarly, finding your phone number on an iOS device is just as simple. Just like in Android phones, the first number you see on your Contacts app should be yours. If you’re unable to find your number there, you can also check in the Settings of your phone.
Conclusion
The next time you buy a new SIM card for yourself, you no longer have to contact your friends just to know what your phone number is. Whether you’re using Vodaphone, Airtel, Idea, or any other network, feel free to refer to this guide whenever you need it.
