How to keep your mobile phone safe

• Register your phone on the National Property Register at www.immobilise.com
• Don’t leave your phone on show in cars or on tables in pubs and cafes etc. This makes them easy to snatch, and identifies you as a potential target. 
• When you’re not using your phone lock the keypad with your unique personal identification number (P.I.N). This will stop others making calls on it if it is stolen. 
• When making calls in a public place be aware of who is around you. 
• Mark your phone with an ultra violet pen. You can write your postcode on the inside cover, which will uniquely identify it as yours. 
• Don't leave your mobile phone in a coat, jacket or bag that is unattended, such as in a cloakroom. 
• Don't pass your phone around a group of others to use - even if you know most or all of those present.
• Don’t leave your mobile on show at home, especially near windows as it may encourage someone to break in to get it. 
• Record details of your electronic serial number (ESN) and consider separate insurance.
• Some phones have an IMEI number which is a unique identifier for the phone; you can obtain this number by typing *#06# (star hash 06 hash) into your mobile phone and it will display a 15 digit number
• If your phone is stolen or lost inform the police and your service provider immediately
• Try not to use your mobile phone in crowded public places or whilst walking in busy streets
• Make sure you keep possession of your phone at all times!     

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