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Are you more the visual type? Our pretty video summarizes the content of this FAQ. Grab your coffee, sit back and watch here: Before you start. The most important thing to remember to transfer your phone number over to Fizz is that your plan with your current provider must still be active. Fizz will disconnect your old provider during the transfer process. Note that a number transfer cannot be done on a line that is already active with Fizz. In other words, if you already have a Fizz plan, porting a number to this plan is not possible; you need to create a new plan. Your phone number must be a mobile number. If it's associated with a landline or VOIP, it cannot be transferred over to Fizz. If you encounter an issue with any other type of number, please contact us using the chat bubble at the bottom right of this page so we can verify everything with you. If your number starts with an area code outside the Fizz subscription area , your number cannot be transferred. Important: the voice messages you saved when you were with your other provider will be lost and this even if you transfer your phone number over to Fizz. You need: Your account number. Check your most recent bill from your current provider. See account number formats. OR The IMEI of the active device with your old provider. To find it, dial *#06# on the phone you are using with your current provider. If the IMEI number is more than 15 digits long, only use the first 15. Last but not least, get yourself a Fizz SIM card. Where to buy a SIM card. Ready, set, go. Go to fizz.ca/activation . When you get to the step for a phone number, select
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How do I manage an appointment for a technician to visit my service address?
In what context might you receive a visit from a technician? Initial installation Self-installation with modem delivery by the technician requiring signal verification VIP installation Adding or moving a coaxial outlet Service call * * The management of the appointment for a service call is different. Please refer to step 3. Important tips for a tech visit. Important tips for a tech visit. Here are a few things to know to make sure the technician’s visit runs as smoothly as possible. On average, a visit lasts less than an hour. You’ll get a better time estimate once the technician is on-site. The technician will intervene within the agreed time slot. However, the exact time of arrival cannot be guaranteed, as the itinerary is subject to prior appointments, traffic conditions, and other logistical factors beyond our control. Do not expect a call from the technician. He’ll only contact you at the number you provided when you planned your appointment if he plans to arrive before or after the allocated time slot. A person over 18 years old must be present. If not, the technician cannot complete the work , and a new appointment will have to be scheduled. Your equipment should be easily accessible. M ove ahead of time any furniture that may complicate things. If you’re the owner of a household pet, please keep it away from the rooms where the technician will be working. If you are a building tenant, have the owner’s written authorization beforehand should the technician need to drill, for example, a hole in an exterior wall. If the building owner is on-site, his verbal agreement will suffice. If you have shared ownership of your property, be familiar with the rules of your association in regard to such matter. The electrical room also needs to be
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Issue with the screen (touch or display)
If it’s a physical break If your phone suffered from physical damage, this unfortunately won’t be covered by the manufacturer warranty. You could consider having your phone repaired: Every manufacturer has a list of authorized repair locations. Check their website to locate the one nearest you. A quick search on the Internet will also help you find other repair shops. Or else, you can always use your Fizz SIM card in another phone since your plan associated with it remains active. Perhaps you know someone that can help you out? Or, use this opportunity to upgrade your phone model. Fizz offers great options, both new and Preloved. How to buy a phone at Fizz Restart your phone Reboot (power cycle) your phone by holding down the phone’s power button for 10 seconds. If it’s a timely issue with the operating system or an app, the phone will be able to reload everything to work properly. If the phone is frozen, and you cannot restart it, try a force restart. The key sequence to complete a force restart can vary from one phone model to another. It’s usually a simultaneous combination of keys. To know the one for your phone, make an Internet search using the keywords that correspond to your phone. Ex. Force restart Samsung S10 Restore your phone to its factory settings IMPORTANT: Save all media, contacts, apps and text messages that are archived and want to keep before proceeding. Some of your phone’s parameters will need to be reconfigured after: mobile data blocking, NPA, Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth function etc. The steps to follow to reset your network settings will vary depending on the type of phone. Here are two examples: Android: Applications → Settings → General management → Reset → Reset settings → Click on Reset settings iPhone
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How do I manage my Fizz account?
When you login to your account, you will see a summary of your status to date. The top navigation on this screen enables you to view and manage different aspects of your account. In the top navigation, click on: Overview to see your usage for this payment cycle. My Settings to manage your referrals, linked accounts, contacts and settings. My Plans to adjust all plans on your account. Your Account Number Your account number can be found on the first page of your service agreement. This document was sent to you by email when you activated your plan. You can also find it through your Fizz account. Go to My Plans > Manage My Plan. The information will be displayed at the top of the page. Your Fizz account number is not your phone number. Your Fizz account number is a unique identifier assigned to your account when you sign up. It is used to manage your account and access your services. Unlike your phone number, which is used for calls and messages, your Fizz account number is essential for interactions with customer service and managing your account online. Read more: How do I view my Service agreement How do I change the type of emails and textos I receive from Fizz How do I change my personal informations Where can I see my Fizz transactions and orders
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How to buy a cell phone with Fizz Easy-peasy when you do it all online. 1 Choose your phone. Fizz has a wide range of new and used phones, which we call Preloved. XX Psst! Delivery is always free. XX Look for the phones identified with a purple stamp to get a discount for your plan for 24 months. XX Learn more Shop phones 2 Create your mobile plan. With Fizz, there are no restrictions as to which plan you associate to your phone. You can also change your plan as often as you want throughout your Fizz journey. XX Create my plan 3 Buy your phone. We like to keep things simple. Choose to pay for your purchase upfront or spread its costs with Affirm. XX Understand the financing My payment options 4 Receiving and setting up your phone. Keep an eye on your emails. That’s where you’ll get
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Why is VoLTE important?
The withdrawal of the 3G network will start July 31, 2025, for Fizz and several of its partners. All calls made with your Fizz mobile plan will then go through the LTE network thanks to VoLTE technology. Mobile members who are not VoLTE-compatible, due to their SIM or their phone, will eventually experience service degradation until they can no longer make or receive calls, including to 9-1-1. To maintain the quality of your mobile service, check your VoLTE compatibility as soon as possible: Use a VoLTE-compatible SIM card or an eSIM (if your phone allows it). Use a phone that is VoLTE-compatible at Fizz. Activate the VoLTE function on your phone. IMPORTANT: If any of these criteria is not met, none of your c alls (including 911 calls) will go through once the 3G network has been completely removed To learn more about the withdrawal of the 3G network in Canada, visit the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) website, and the Canadian Telecommunications Association website. What is VoLTE? VoLTE stands for Voice over LTE, which basically means a phone call will use the LTE network. The opportunity to use the LTE network for your calls means: Improved sound quality for your calls. Faster routing of your calls, meaning the delay for the phone to ring at the other end will be shorter. Reduced interruptions when you go from the Fizz network to a partner network. Do the test As 3G network withdrawal is gradual, your calls may work in some places, but not in others. The best way to find out if you're ready for 3G network withdrawal is to do the test. Dial #TEST (#8378) on your mobile phone from the locations where you usually make calls and listen to the voicemail. If you hear confirmation that your
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Your phone is very slow or freezes
Restart your phone Reboot (power cycle) your phone by holding down the phone’s power button for 10 seconds. If it’s a timely issue with the operating system or an app, the phone will be able to reload everything to work properly. If the phone is frozen, and you cannot restart it, try a force restart. The key sequence to complete a force restart can vary from one phone model to another. It’s usually a simultaneous combination of keys. To know the one for your phone, make an internet search using the keywords that correspond to your phone. Ex. Force restart Samsung S10 Install the latest update Download and install the latest software update of your phone’s operating system. This update is usually available via your phone’s menus. The steps to get the latest update can vary depending on the type of phone. Here are two examples: Android: Settings → Software update iPhone: Settings → General → Software update App issue Try uninstalling any app you recently installed on/in your phone. An app that is corrupted or developed with a bug could be slowing down your phone or cause it to freeze. In this situation, waiting for a revised version of the app from its provider will be necessary. Restore your phone to its factory settings IMPORTANT: Save all media, contacts, apps and text messages that are archived and want to keep before proceeding. Some of your phone’s parameters will need to be reconfigured after: mobile data blocking, NPA, Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth function etc. The steps to follow to reset your network settings will vary depending on the type of phone. Here are two examples: Android: Applications → Settings → General management → Reset → Reset settings → Click on Reset settings iPhone: Settings → General → Reset → Erase all