To find IMEI on Google Pixel 6, use the Settings app, check the SIM card tray, look at the original box, or open Google Find My Device. These are the four official methods Google documents for Pixel phones, and if your Pixel 6 supports both eSIM and physical SIM cards, you will see two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM type.
5 Official Ways to Find IMEI on Google Pixel 6
Your Pixel 6's IMEI is a unique identifier you may need for activation, warranty claims, reporting theft, or carrier unlocking. Google officially documents four places to find it: in the phone's Settings, on the SIM card tray, on the device packaging, and in Google Find My Device. A fifth option, the Google Store's "Your Devices" page, also lists the IMEI for Made by Google devices signed into your account. Below are the exact steps for each method.
Find IMEI in Phone Settings
The most direct software method is in the Settings app. This is the fastest way to get the number without any physical tools or external devices.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap About phone.
- Tap IMEI.
The IMEI number will be displayed on that screen. You can write it down or take a screenshot for future reference.
Check the SIM Card Tray
If you have a SIM ejector tool or a paperclip, you can find the IMEI printed directly on the SIM card tray. This is a quick physical method that does not require turning on the phone.
- Insert the ejector tool into the small hole on the SIM card tray.
- Gently push until the tray pops out.
- Remove the tray and look for the IMEI number printed on its surface.
Write the number down or take a photo of the tray before reinserting it.
Look on the Original Device Packaging
If you still have the box your Pixel 6 came in, the IMEI is on the barcode sticker. This is useful if the phone is lost, stolen, or powered off.
- Locate the original box for your Pixel 6.
- Find the barcode sticker on the side or back of the box.
- Read the number labeled IMEI on that sticker.
The sticker also includes other details like the serial number, model number, and color, but the IMEI is clearly labeled.
Use Google Find My Device
Google Find My Device can show the IMEI remotely, which is helpful if you do not have physical access to the phone. This is one of the official methods documented by Google for Pixel devices.
- Open the Find My Device app or go to the website on another device.
- Select your Pixel 6 from the list of devices.
- At the top left, tap your phone.
- Tap the information icon.
Google says the IMEI appears to the right of the information icon. This method also gives you access to options like location tracking and NFC guides, plus the ability to erase data from lost phone using IMEI-related security features.
Check Your Google Store Account
If you bought your Pixel 6 from the Google Store, the IMEI is saved in your account. This is a reliable backup if you no longer have the box or access to the phone.
- Go to the Google Store website and sign in.
- Navigate to Your Devices.
- Find your Pixel 6 in the list of Made by Google devices.
- View the device details, which include the IMEI or serial number.
The "Your Devices" page also allows you to choose Add device and enter an IMEI or serial number. Google also allows you to choose Add device and manually enter an IMEI or serial number on this page if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Pixel 6 always have two IMEI numbers?
No. Google says Pixel phones that can use both eSIM and SIM cards have 2 IMEI numbers, one for each kind of SIM. If your Pixel 6 model only supports a physical SIM, it will have a single IMEI.
Is there a dial code to find the IMEI on Pixel 6?
While codes like *#06# work on many phones, the verified Google documentation for Pixel 6 does not list this as a supported method.
What is the IMEI used for?
The IMEI is used to identify your device on mobile networks. Carriers and manufacturers use it for activation, warranty claims, reporting theft, and carrier unlocking. It is not the same as your serial number, though both appear together on the box and in Google Store device details.
