How to Verify Warranty After Buying a Phone Online
Avoid warranty shocks — learn how to confirm genuine warranty on Amazon, Flipkart & other stores.
Updated: 30 Jan 2026~6 min readwarrantyonline-shoppingmobile-safety
Why Warranty Verification Is Important
Many buyers assume warranty is automatic after online purchase — this is not always true.
Grey market phones and incorrect invoices can void official warranty.
1. Check Warranty Using IMEI
- Dial *#06# to get IMEI number
- Visit brand’s official warranty check page
- Enter IMEI or serial number
- Verify activation date and warranty status
2. Verify Seller Invoice
- Invoice must mention correct IMEI
- Seller name should be authorized
- GST invoice is preferred
- Warranty usually starts from invoice date
3. Amazon & Flipkart Warranty Notes
- Amazon/Flipkart do NOT provide warranty themselves
- Warranty is provided by the brand
- Refurbished phones may have limited warranty
4. Warning Signs
- Warranty already expired on first day
- IMEI not recognized by brand
- Invoice missing or altered
- Seller not listed as authorized
Frequently Asked Questions
Does warranty start from activation date?
Usually from invoice date, but some brands start from device activation.
Is international warranty valid in India?
Most brands do not honor international warranty in India.