no contract

[usmc1995]

i had to buy a new phone off amazon .my last one was stolen and it says no contract...with it saying that am i aloud to activate it to my account and be set or will it mess it up?

[tikibar1]

You also need to ensure that the phone is Verizon branded and that it has a clean ESN.  I'm assuming you bought a Razr since that's where you posted; if so, you'll need a new SIM card (they are free at Corporate Verizon stores).  Activating the new phone shouldn't affect your plan.

[usmc1995]

it is verizon and it is clean and by sim you mean the one that goes by the micro sim card correct???

[tikibar1]

yes, the SIM card is located beside the micro SD card (or above it, depending on how you're looking at the phone).

[usmc1995]

well i found another and its cheaper but doesnt have on...could i buy on from verizon

[tikibar1]

If you are referring to the SIM card, you can get one free at your local Corporate Verizon store.

[usmc1995]

is it just a verizon store like in the mall???

[tikibar1]

Make sure it's a Corporate store ... retailers (which often look like Corporate stores, but they aren't) will charge you for a SIM card.  You can go to the top of this page and click on 'store locator' to find your nearest Corporate store.

[usmc1995]

how can i tell if is or if its just a retail

[tikibar1]

Once you click on Store Locator, then enter your zip code and press the Find Store button, the next screen has two tabs:  Verizon Wireless Stores and All Stores.  The default view is Verizon Wireless Stores.

[usmc1995]

so which one am i looking for

[tikibar1]

Verizon Wireless Stores

[usmc1995]

ok soo i put in my location and theres one in my mall and it says Premium Retailer is that good or no

[tikibar1]

That is not a Corporate Verizon store.  They should have SIM cards, but I doubt it will be free; if they do charge you for it, I've no idea how much it will be.

[vzw_customer_support]

@usmc1995

That terrible, I'm sorry to hear that your phone was stolen. I know it can create an inconvenience. The forum and I are here to help answer any additional questions or concerns.

The device being purchased from a third party ( Amazon ) will not cause the havoc on your account. We will process an ESN change towards the account to ensure that the SIM information from your current device and device i.d match.

This will not cause any changes towards the account since the device was not received at the discounted pricing.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to bring them to our attention.

YosefT_VZW
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