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#793# on iPhone: Reset T-Mobile Voicemail Password
By Muhammad Shahid · · 3 min read
Quick answer
#793#: #PWD# — reset a forgotten voicemail password. 793 spells PWD. Dialling it resets the voicemail password on the line you are calling from, which is the standard way out of a mailbox you can no longer get into. After the reset, call your voicemail and follow the setup prompts to choose a new password.
Secret CodesDial codes, SIM & network test · Free on the App StoreDownload free →| Code | #793# |
|---|---|
| What it does | #PWD# — reset a forgotten voicemail password. |
| Published for | T-Mobile |
| Type | Carrier specific |
#PWD# — reset a forgotten voicemail password. This page explains what #793# does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What does #793# do?
793 spells PWD. Dialling it resets the voicemail password on the line you are calling from, which is the standard way out of a mailbox you can no longer get into.
After the reset, call your voicemail and follow the setup prompts to choose a new password. Existing messages and your recorded greeting are not deleted by the reset.
Because it works from the handset itself, it does not require signing in to T-Mobile.com or waiting for an agent.
Important: This clears the current password immediately. Set a new one at the next voicemail prompt so the mailbox is not left open.
How do I use #793#?
- Open the Phone app and tap Keypad.
- Type #793# exactly as written.
- Press the green Call button and wait for the result.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | T-Mobile |
|---|---|
| Type | Carrier specific |
| Good to know | T-Mobile lines. Resets the password on the line that dials it, not on other lines of the account. |
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Frequently asked questions
What does #793# do on iPhone?
#PWD# — reset a forgotten voicemail password. 793 spells PWD. Dialling it resets the voicemail password on the line you are calling from, which is the standard way out of a mailbox you can no longer get into.
What else should I know about #793#?
After the reset, call your voicemail and follow the setup prompts to choose a new password. Existing messages and your recorded greeting are not deleted by the reset. Because it works from the handset itself, it does not require signing in to T-Mobile. com or waiting for an agent.
What are the steps for #793#?
1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2. Type #793# exactly as written. 3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.
Where do I use #793#?
On the keypad of the Phone app.
Do I need to press Call after typing #793#?
Yes. Type it on the Phone keypad, then press the green Call button.
Is #793# a hidden or secret code?
No. It is a published service, not a hidden menu. iPhones do not have Android-style engineering menus.
Which carriers does #793# work on?
It is published for T-Mobile. T-Mobile lines. Resets the password on the line that dials it, not on other lines of the account.
Is there anything to watch out for with #793#?
This clears the current password immediately. Set a new one at the next voicemail prompt so the mailbox is not left open.
Does #793# work on Android phones too?
It is handled by the carrier or service rather than the iPhone, so it is not tied to one phone brand. Check with your carrier.
Will #793# work outside the US?
It is published for US carriers and services, so do not count on it abroad. Ask your carrier before you travel.
What if #793# does not work on my iPhone?
Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.
What is related to #793#?
#674#: Check T-Mobile Message Usage. #MSG# — messages used this billing cycle.
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