How to check your own number on EE

To check your own EE number, Text the word NUMBER to 150 — it's free and you get a text back with your number. Prefer not to text? Check the EE app, or Settings → Phone / SIM status. Or detect it automatically.

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Step by step

  1. Open Messages. Open your SMS/messaging app.
  2. Send the text. Text the word NUMBER to 150.
  3. Read the reply. You receive a free text back showing your own number.

What you'll see: EE replies with a free text containing your own mobile number.

If that doesn't work

Check the EE app, or Settings → Phone / SIM status.

EE replies by text with your mobile number; free.

What your United Kingdom number looks like

A United Kingdom mobile number is mobiles start 07 (11 digits national), written +44 7XXX XXXXXX — for example 07400 123456 / +44 7400 123456. If what you see doesn't match that, you may be reading a different field (such as the ICCID/SIM serial) rather than your number — re‑check with the method above.

About EE

EE, owned by BT Group, is regularly rated for the UK's widest 4G/5G coverage. To see your own number, text NUMBER to 150, or use the EE app or your phone's settings.

EE quick facts

CarrierEE
Also known asEverything Everywhere
Network typeMobile network operator (MNO)
Parent companyBT Group
CountryUnited Kingdom
Customer care150 — free from an EE phone
Self-number methodText the word NUMBER to 150 (SMS)

FAQ

How do I check my EE number?
Text the word NUMBER to 150. You get a free text back with your own number.

Is it free?
Yes. Checking your own number this way is free, and the whatismynumber.io auto-detect tool and apps are free too.

What if it does not work?
Codes can vary by plan or region. Use the fallback: Check the EE app, or Settings → Phone / SIM status. Or detect your number automatically with the tool.

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Method last verified 2026-06-15 · EE official help