An unconnected iPhone purchased from apple.com is unlocked. This means you aren’t tied to a single network provider or a multi-year service contract. You can choose the network and tariff that are right for you. Once your new iPhone is activated, it remains unlocked, which means you can use it with any network that provides service for iPhone.

Carrier-connected iPhone SE, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models will arrive ready to activate with eSIM and can connect to your cellular voice and data service without a physical SIM card. If you completed the steps to authorize activation with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon when you purchased your new iPhone online, it will arrive ready to use. Just turn it on and follow the onscreen instructions to set it up and activate with the carrier. To activate with eSIM, you will need Wi-Fi for setup. If you choose "Connect to a carrier later" when you buy your iP

Yes. An iPhone purchased from apple.com (Opens in a new window) is unlocked. Once your new iPhone is activated, it remains unlocked, which means you can use it with any network that provides service for iPhone. The exception is when you buy an iPhone with an AT&T Installment Plan. It will be locked to AT&T and will only work on the AT&T network for the term of your Installment Plan agreement.