How to Unlock a Tecno TR118 (SIM/network unlock)

Warning: Unlocking may violate carrier terms. Proceed only on phones you own.

  1. A method that hasn't been patched by Tecno or carriers.
  2. A permanent unlock (survives factory reset).
  3. Low cost or free solutions.

If the Factory Reset Doesn't Work (The "New" Bug)

Users on forums (XDA and TechSpot, 2025) report a bug: sometimes the hard reset doesn't clear the admin password. For this, you need the 30-30-30 reset method hacked for the TR118:

Method 1: Contacting the Carrier

If you’ve tried inserting a different carrier’s SIM card and saw a message like "SIM Network Unlock PIN", "Enter NCK Code", or "Invalid SIM", your device is locked.