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How to activate TIM chip

TIM is the third largest mobile operator in the country. The company gathers 56.2 million mobile customers, according to the latest Anatel report released in October this year. The numbers make it clear that there are always people wanting to activate TIM's chip, which is indispensable for making and receiving calls, as well as using any services. To help with this task, TechTudo lists below all ways to register TIM Chip to use the phone line normally.

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See how to activate TIM chip

Call * 144 #

Step 1. Buy the TIM chip by looking at the compatibility with your mobile phone (SIM, micro-SIM or nano-SIM). Then insert the SIM card according to the instructions in your phone manual.

Step 2. A message will appear on the device's screen informing the TIM number. Turn the phone off and then on again. Make a call to the number * 144 # and follow the row record instructions on the phone screen. You will need to enter your CPF and date of birth.

TIM chip registration number by mobile phone screen

Talk to the attendant about * 144

Step 1. If you do not want to enter the registration information, call * 144 and follow the guidelines to speak with the attendant. Have your CPF on hand to expedite the process.

TIM call center number to speak with attendant

Through the portal My TIM

Step 1. After inserting the new TIMChip into your phone, turn off the Wi-Fi network and disable other chips, if applicable. Then open your browser on your smartphone and go to the My TIM portal's registration page ( tim.com.br/sp/para-voce/servicos-tim/activities/tivaca-chip ) . Select your mobile network (2G or 3G / 4G) and tap the "Next" button.

My TIM Portal Home Page

Step 2. TIM will recognize the network you are on. Soon after, a message will be sent asking you to restart your phone. When the device is turned on again, you will receive an SMS with the link to activate the chip, simply tap on it to access the My TIM portal.

Procedure for accessing the registration portal My TIM

Step 3. The registration portal will show your phone number. Tap on it, select the desired offer and enter your personal data to confirm the registration. The TIM chip will be unlocked within two hours.

Completion of registration and activation of the TIM chip through the My TIM portal

Through the physical store

Step 1. You can also register and activate the TIM chip in a physical store. Access the operator's points page ( tim.com.br/sp/para-voce/atendimento/lojas ), select your state, city and neighborhood and consult the nearest or convenient stores.