{"id":4675,"date":"2016-08-19T11:54:33","date_gmt":"2016-08-19T18:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.consumercellular.com\/blog\/?p=4675"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:27:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T20:27:18","slug":"keep-phone-switch-consumer-cellular-using-sim-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.consumercellular.com\/blog\/keep-phone-switch-consumer-cellular-using-sim-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep Your Phone, Switch to Consumer Cellular Using Our SIM Card"},"content":{"rendered":"

For an updated blog covering this topic, click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve ever thought about switching your cellular service to a different carrier but want to keep your current phone and phone number, have we got a deal for you! If you have an unlocked GSM phone, such as those previously used with AT&T or T-Mobile service, you can switch to Consumer Cellular\u2019s top-rated, no contract cellphone service AND keep your existing phone by using one of our SIM cards.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s simple, and easy to do. Just order our SIM card online here<\/a>, by calling us at (888) 345-5509<\/strong>, or by picking one up at a store near you<\/a>. Then, choose one of our low cost, monthly Talk and Connect Plans<\/a>, and replace your current SIM card with the new one. You\u2019ll be able to adjust our 3-in-1 SIM card to match the size your phone requires.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s all there is to it\u2014put the new SIM card in your phone and you\u2019ve switched to Consumer Cellular! We\u2019ll even give you a $10 credit on your next invoice, making your SIM card absolutely free! <\/strong>You won\u2019t need a new phone number, your contacts, music, and photos will remain untouched, and you don\u2019t have to worry about the learning curve that comes with using a new device.<\/p>\n

Since you\u2019re already comfortable with your phone, why not make it even better by enjoying the low rates, flexible cellphone plans, and great service that come with switching your service to us? Take a moment to watch the helpful video below, and see for yourself how easy it is to use our SIM card\u2014bringing your device to Consumer Cellular is a convenient way to make your old phone feel new again!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For an updated blog covering this topic, click here. If you\u2019ve ever thought about switching your cellular service to a different carrier but want to keep your current phone and phone number, have we got a deal for you! If you have an unlocked GSM phone, such as those previously used with AT&T or T-Mobile […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":4681,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[14],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\r\nKeep Your Old Phone, Switch to Consumer Cellular Using Our SIM Card<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Keep your old phone and number when you switch to Consumer Cellular! 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