Get connected in no time with just a few simple steps.
Are you ready to activate your device on a Walmart Family Mobile service plan? You can have your phone up and running before you know it. This guide walks you through the steps for how to activate your phone, whether you’re purchasing a new one or bringing your own. Just go to myfamilymobile.com or call 877-440-9758 to get started. If you have any questions along the way, tech support is always available.
Activating a Walmart Family Mobile Phone
The first thing you need to do is purchase a Walmart Family Mobile cell phone. There’s a large selection of WFM phones available to choose from, including the latest iPhone and Samsung Galaxy devices.
To activate online, follow the prompts to get your new phone set up. First it will ask you to enter the SIM card number. Every WFM phone comes with a red activation card. This is where you’ll find the number. It should start with “890.” You’ll also have the option to keep your existing phone number or get a new one!
Next, you’ll need to choose a service plan. All of our service plans are monthly, pay-as-you-go plans. There are no contracts or activation fees. Depending on how much data you want, you can select the plan that works best for you. They start as low as $24.88/month, and you can always add more data or more phone lines later on.
After that, the prompts will guide you through setting up your phone and finalizing the details to get it up and running. If you chose a phone number transfer, the transfer may take a few hours.
Activating Your Existing Phone
You can use the phone you already have.
One of the great things about joining Walmart Family Mobile is you can use the phone you already have. As long as it meets the compatibility requirements, there’s no need to purchase a new device – unless you’re ready for an upgrade.
The requirements include:
- T-Mobile-compatible phone OR an unlocked GSM phone that operates at 1900 MHz frequency (Band 2)
- For LTE service, Bands 2 and 4 are required, or in some areas, Band 12
- Blackberry, Nokia Lumia 710, and Sidekick devices will either not work or have limited functionality on the WFM network
To use your existing phone, you’ll need to purchase a Walmart Family Mobile Bring Your Own Phone SIM Kit. Following the online activation prompts, you will enter that SIM card number online. Once the phone is set, it’s time to select a Walmart Family Mobile service plan with unlimited talk, text, and the data you need.
Then you can continue following the prompts to set up your phone and finalize your account details. If you want to transfer an existing phone number, you can do that, as well.
Enjoying your new account
Once your device is activated, you’ll be able to enjoy unlimited talk and text and the data you need, all powered by T-Mobile’s nationwide 4G LTE† network. Learn more about Walmart Family Mobile – Walmart’s best value in wireless – today.
†To get 4G LTE speed, you must have a 4G LTE capable device and 4G LTE SIM Card. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Actual availability, coverage and speed may vary. During periods of congestion, Walmart Family Mobile customers may notice reduced speeds versus carrier branded customers.
*Please refer always to the latest Terms and Conditions of Service at MyFamilyMobile.com/termsandconditions.