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What is a port-out PIN or number lock?

Short answer

An extra code or setting with your phone company that stops anyone from moving your number to another phone or carrier without it.

Rules differ by state. This is general information, not legal or professional advice.

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Official sources

FCC: SIM swapping and port-out fraudfcc.gov
IdentityTheft.gov (FTC)identitytheft.gov
FTC consumer adviceconsumer.ftc.gov