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Direct Unlocks has a rating of 3.9 stars from 3,306 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Direct Unlocks most frequently mention great service, sim card, and time frame. Direct Unlocks ranks 1st among Unlocked Phones sites.

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Top Positive Review

“Very easy timely and effective.”

Greg W.
9/14/24

Direct Unlock provided excellent service! They unlocked my phone quickly and efficiently, delivering results in less time than expected. The process was smooth and hassle-free, with great customer support throughout. I highly recommend them for anyone needing a fast and reliable phone unlocking service. Absolutely worth it!

Top Critical Review

“Absolutely pathetic.”

Nate A.
9/17/24

Took over 20 DAYS to unlock! And spent the 100 to get it unlocked immediately. And bc of the longest waiting time. I now have unlocked my phone for no reason. So direct unlock wasted my time and my money. Sent multiple emails stating that the almost month wait was too much, and wanted a refund but was declined! 0/10. Had to put one star just to even write this review but that's the only reason I put one star. Highly disappointed and definitely not satisfied.

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September 10th, 2015
Verified purchase

My iPhone 6 Plus was locked to Tesco Mobile. Having checked the various companies on the web, promising to factory unlock my iPhone, I decided to go with Officialiphoneunlock.

They were not the cheapest but something inside told me to go with them. I had read many varying reviews some good, some bad, but I put my faith in choosing them.

It was the right choice. 72 hours later my iPhone 6 Plus is totally unlocked and has been confirmed by Apple via iTunes. I think the only reason it took 3 days is because the weekend arrived. I placed the order late Thursday afternoon.

My iPhone now accepts all sims with no issues whatsoever. Very very happy with the overall experience. I was kept informed all along the way, even when the 48 hours had elapsed, they sent an email advising that it was going to take bit longer.

I recommend this company highly and say without hesitation, you get what you pay for, it is a genuine and honest company, the only thing is you have to be honest with them.

Looking back I believe the people who have written bad reviews had either stolen or blocked handsets trying to unlock them which is as everyone know illegal and impossible. There is no other explanation.

I would like to thank everone at Officialiphoneunlock for the excellent service they provided. THANK YOU.

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July 30th, 2019

These guys are professional fraudsters, I've been waiting for over 6 months now.
I have tried 3 different devices with those fools and not even one has been unlocked after paying so much.
PLS DO NOT USE THESE FOOLS call directunlock, they're not genuine
Their days are numbered, I will personally find a way to deal with them

* Direct Unlocks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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July 27th, 2023

Who really has time to read the Terms and conditions when you feel all companies should be running a legitimate business and customers are top Priority, After a primary check of my IMEI, the report states ALL is well to move forward to UNLOCK. After paying $29 it started the process, then asks for another $64 to complete the unlock, BULLCRAP. Eventually who knows if they will ask for any other fee! SCAMMERS!

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June 7th, 2016
Verified purchase

It was really a trusted site in unlocking your Iphone. They will email you
And you may also check the status thru their website. It so great! Thank you!

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October 3rd, 2015
Verified purchase

Really easy to do, and within 48 hours I was operational.
An excellent service, and all completed in the stated time and with no complications whatsoever. 5 star service

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September 10th, 2015
Verified purchase

I used their services to unlock more than 5 phones so far through the last three years. I also have to say their customer service support is very efficient.

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October 21st, 2022

Buyer beware. Directunlocks charges $77 to unlock your phone. May as well just buy use this to buy another phone that is already unlocked or find a different service.

Tip for consumers:
Find another phone unlock service.

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February 1st, 2024
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It took only 1day and all was good. I'm so very thankful for your service, and my friend used it 2 days later.

Reason I chose this business:

Because after reading about the service I thought it was reasonable.

Reason I chose this product:

Because the price was good.

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Customer Service R. – Direct Unlocks Rep

Hello Lisa,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our service and that the unlocking of your Galaxy Z Flip4 was completed in just one day! It's wonderful to know that you found our pricing reasonable and that your recommendation led to your friend using our service as well.

We always strive to provide efficient and reliable service, and it's great to see that reflected in your experience. If you need any further assistance or have additional questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Warm regards,
Charlotte

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January 27th, 2022
Verified purchase

They accept to unlock my device, as it was eligible.
It took ages to move the process from 10% to 33%, I pushed them many many, many many times...
No email but standard emails regarding the process was still running.

After 2 weeks the process of clearing stuck into 99%, and it keeps freeze at that 99% since any movement.

NO REFUND, NO HELP, ALWAYS SAME STANDARD EMAIL... I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND

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January 8th, 2016
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For the time of the year I thought it was really fast with unlocking my phone would recommend to anyone as best out there at unlocking to all networks

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July 9th, 2022
Verified purchase

This place says what it needs to say to get your money. I was foolish enough to believe the email I received from them. Lesson learned. To anyone else wanting to use them, do so at your own risk.

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September 9th, 2015
Verified purchase

Having been told by other sites the phone couldn't be unlocked I was very happy and surprised to find that one and a half days later it had been done by these guys. Would recommend.

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October 29th, 2015
Verified purchase

The service worked, which for my phone being financed and locked, other services hadn't, though it was expensive and took a few weeks. They were in contact with me and replied quickly to my emails.

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December 25th, 2021
Verified purchase

Sorry for my bad english. I wanted to unlock my iphone. First i have paid 28usd. Next they want me to pay about 42usd, without to choose to cancel my order and doesnt left me a chance to choose... So i have lost total 68usd and after a month the progress bar stays 99% and my phone is not unlocked. directunlocks.com told me that they can not refund me, because i have pay with card.
So i lost 70usd and my phone is still locked...
Dont buy anything from this scam site!

Tip for consumers:
It is scam, no unlock, no refund

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November 4th, 2023
Verified purchase

Mobile blocked, no entry to Provider possible. Solution from this company: paying prepayment for checking, waiting a few days for checking the background at Provider and country of staymenr, sending "ok" and asking for more money to fix the blockage because they can do for me. I paid again, got the unblock codes and.followed the instructions. Unfortunally it doesn't work as in discription. I asked for support again by email and got the explanation it was my wrong. So far, so bad. My request was clear and they collected lots of money. They couldn't fix it, send "sorry" and a Creditnote about 1/3 of the amount I paid. I can use for upcoming orders but for sure I will never do. Even the offer I can order next, 100% working service for again €100 more us surely fake. Repayment to me? They will not do. So In my point of view it's currupt and not useful service. Sorry to say but: never again!

Lots of written words, no solution for me acceptable

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October 17th, 2022
Verified purchase

Be careful because this site is a scam. I paid $70 to unlock 1 year and 3 months ago. The phone is not unlocked, they do not respond to emails, they will not refund the money.

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September 17th, 2015
Verified purchase

Cant say enough, had others try and could not but this company didbit and it was simply put another sim card in and start using after unlocked. Thanks

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September 14th, 2016

My phone was unlocked as promised, but it took a very long time - I was expecting a week at the most but it took almost a month from the day I paid for pre-order. They did however send emails apologising for the delay and they did respond to emails requesting more info, even if they couldn't give me a timescale estimate. Another thing is the misleading price - please note that the price displayed on the website prominently is just the "pre-order" price, you will have to pay (a lot) more for the unlock to continue. This isn't made clear on the website, you have to really search to come across this info, and even then you still don't know exactly how much you'll be paying. By this point it's too late to change your mind as they don't refund you for the pre-order. You either go ahead and pay more to continue or quit the process and lose what you've already paid. Had I known the total price before hand, I probably would've looked elsewhere a bit more. Job done and I'm happy my phone is now unlocked, but wish they could've been more upfront about price and timescale.

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July 27th, 2023
Verified purchase

Easy to follow instructions. The only disappointment I had was the misleading information on the prices and process. Otherwise it works and they give you a follow up email (which is good CS)!

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April 15th, 2024
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Muy bien el debloqueo pero por la verificación me cobraron 28 dólar y después 50 por el desbloqueo es mucho dinero la verificación para ver si está reportado pero fue bien exictoso el desbloqueo y seguro

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Customer Service R. – Direct Unlocks Rep

Hola Luis González, Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de revisar nuestro servicio. Estamos encantados de saber que el desbloqueo de su iPhone 14 Pro Max de Verizon USA fue exitoso y seguro. Nuestro objetivo es proporcionar un servicio confiable para garantizar la satisfacción y tranquilidad de nuestros clientes. Entendemos sus preocupaciones con respecto a los costos involucrados. Para aclarar, el pago inicial de $28,99 fue para la verificación de elegibilidad, un paso necesario para garantizar que podamos proceder con un desbloqueo exitoso. El cargo de $50 que mencionaste fue por el servicio de desbloqueo estándar, que es el paso final en el proceso de desbloqueo. Este proceso de dos pasos se describe en nuestra página de pago para mantener la transparencia con nuestros valiosos clientes como usted. Al completar ambos pagos, recibirá un servicio integral que verifica la elegibilidad de su teléfono y, en última instancia, lo desbloquea, permitiéndole usarlo con diferentes proveedores de red. Nos comprometemos a asegurarnos de que todo esté claro y sincero antes de realizar cualquier transacción. Apreciamos sus comentarios y estamos aquí para ayudarlo en cualquier necesidad futura que pueda tener. Gracias por elegir nuestros servicios y esperamos poder servirle nuevamente. Saludos cordiales, Carlota

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July 21st, 2023
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They lie about what they can promise and charge you for prices that are not disclosed in the beginning. They wait til after they collect money from you first.

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April 29th, 2016
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I do not recommend because they unlock my iphone 6 in 2016 but after 3 months, the iphone has crashed again. I sent them several mail but no response from them. So be careful it's the scam.

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December 28th, 2016

https://www.asa.org.uk/Rulings/Adjudications/2014/9/Official-iPhone-Unlock-Ltd/SHP_ADJ_*******.aspx#.WGP5gFOLTIU
http://rafaelcarioca7.com/how-to-fight-officialiphoneunlock-co-uk-scam/
Totally mislead customers regarding price - the £19.99 advertised fee is actually £60. The £19.99 is purely a deposit. The review pages on their own website are fake

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August 23rd, 2022

More than 24 days after initiated the unlocking process of my phone, As per your: https://tracking.directunlocks.com/tracking.php?strIMEI=**************.- Progress in the unlocking process up today is 11%. So, at this rate i have to wait for more than 219 more dais (7.3 more months) to get my phone unlocked and it most probably it never happens; I beleve i"ll never get my phone unlocked. Bad poor service.- I already paid to you, as per your requests £35 + £23.99= £58.99, see 2 pasted "TRANSACTION CONFIRMATION'. I hope you do not need more money from me. My phone continues locked. Throug my bank i enrtered a claim and alrredy got the reimbursement of my payments, in one week.

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November 12th, 2015
Verified purchase

Very easy to use web site, I was kept informed which I really appreciated. It was out of their control but in my case it took around 3 weeks of the official unlock.

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