topic Re: How to get public mobile connection. in Get Support

How to get public mobile connection.

killerofmusic — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:16:09 GMT

So a friend of mine wants to switch to public mobile. Normally one would just go to a booth and be done with sim card, transfer of number etc. Due to lockdown they are not open. How do I proceed now.

My friend needs

1) Public mobile sim card.

2) transfer of cell phone number
3) any schemes going on for new members ?

Thanks.

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

NDesai — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:43:40 GMT

@killerofmusic

- Get the sim card from retail stores like Superstore, Lond Drugs, Walmart, Wow Mobile, K-mobile. Or if your friend is willing to wait a few days, you can order one online from Amazon or Public Mobile.

- Once you get the sim, you will need to activate it. You can transfer the phone number during activation.

- Make sure to use your referral code during activation. Use incognito/private browsing mode to minimize any errors.

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

gblackma — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:44:47 GMT

@killerofmusic Here's 3 articles, they basically explain it all:

1. What you require to activate https://www.publicmobile.ca/en/bc/get-help/articles/what-you-need-to-activate Order your SIM card here https://store.publicmobile.ca/cart

2.How to activate https://www.publicmobile.ca/en/bc/get-help/articles/activation-account-set-up 3.How to port https://www.publicmobile.ca/en/bc/get-help/articles/choose-your-phone-number

Stay safe.

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

will13am — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:44:18 GMT

@killerofmusic , you have the high level steps covered. Use the get started link to get you to the SIM card ordering page and purchase a SIM card. One you have that in hand, go back to that page for the activation step. Here is an illustrated guide of completing the activation including phone number porting. There are currently no promotions for new activations. Given the covid-19 pandemic, it doesn't look like there will be any for a while.

https://productioncommunity.publicmobile.ca/t5/Getting-Started/Start-Guide-Setup-Activation-Port-Data/m-p/80123#M13384

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

geopublic — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:48:57 GMT

@killerofmusic Also don't forget to use your referral code so that your friend can get the $10 Bonus and you get the referral reward.

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

Luddite — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 21:00:09 GMT

@killerofmusic If you like to manage contingencies peruse: https://productioncommunity.publicmobile.ca/t5/Getting-Started/BE-PREPARED/m-p/112014#M20827

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

ryanrudolf — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:30:45 GMT

I joined PM about 2 weeks ago. This are the steps I did and it was hassle free -

1. SIM card - i had a SIM card that I got from ebay for about 5$ several months ago. You can buy SIM cards from ebay, amazon, PM site, or from local retailers like Walmart and TMS.

2. I wanted to transfer / port in my voipms number. I printed out my voipms billing statement and on the PM website started to do the port in. I made sure that the information requested matches my voipms billing statement. After 3 business days, the port in is successful.

3. There were no promotions ongoing when I signed up. But I was able to get a referral which gives 10$ credit on the next billing cycle. I also signed up for autopay which gives another 2$ credit.

Hope that helps!

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

Jess85 — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:32:25 GMT

Why can't I sign up on my phone??? I fill out the form and it won't let me hit continue

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

JoyLuck — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:37:44 GMT

@Jess85 wrote:
Why can't I sign up on my phone??? I fill out the form and it won't let me hit continue

Clear your browser cache/history/cookies. Close browser and open a new browser in incognito/private mode. I prefer to use chrome.

Have you filled out all the required boxes.

Is there another small box to tick off before it will let you continue?

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

smiley3 — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:36:27 GMT

I found it to be very easy to activate and install the sim card myself. Just tell them to order one online off amazon or something, then use your referral code so you get the referral bonus and they also get $10 bonus.

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

Dawn13 — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:36:35 GMT

REFERRAL CODE?

Re: How to get public mobile connection.

JK8 — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:41:18 GMT

@Dawn13 wrote:
REFERRAL CODE?

If you need one, check your community inbox.