How to Turn 5G Off Quick Sheet
Apple, Android & Google Pixel — hidden menus, dialer codes, and carrier bypasses.
This quick sheet is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner before making any changes to your health routine, diet, supplements, or treatment plan.
Lowering 5G exposure can reduce the load on a sensitive nervous system. Follow the steps for your device below.
Google Pixel & Most Androids (Hidden System Menu)
- Open the Phone (dialer) app.
- Type *#*#4636#*#* — The menu will open automatically.
- Tap Phone Information.
- Find Set Preferred Network Type.
- Change to an LTE option that excludes NR — e.g., LTE/SMS/CDMA or LTE/GSM/WCDMA.
Samsung Galaxy (Service Mode Code)
- Open the Phone app.
- Dial *#2263#.
- Select Band Selection (or Stack 1).
- Choose Clear All Bands to reset — Then select LTE or LTE Only to force 4G.
- Tap Apply to save.
Universal Android Bypass (If codes fail)
- Download the Force LTE Only app — Available on the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and select Method 1 or Method 2 — Based on your Android version.
- Change Set Preferred Network Type to LTE Only — Or any option without "NR".
Apple iPhone (Carrier Bypass)
Apple completely blocks hidden dialer codes for cellular settings. If your carrier hides the 5G toggle, use this workaround to mimic the effect.
- Open Settings > Cellular > SIM PIN and toggle it on
- Enter your carrier's default SIM PIN code — Look this up per carrier — usually 1111 or 1234.
- Locking forces a network authentication refresh — This sometimes brings the hidden "Voice & Data" menu back into sight temporarily.
iPhone Alternatives (if the above doesn't work)
These lower 5G and keep it off most of the time.
- Open Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options.
- Tap Data Mode.
- Select Low Data Mode — This stops high-bandwidth 5G background streaming and forces 4G/LTE whenever possible.
The level of sensitivity to EMF exposure can vary drastically. For those with mold illness and more sensitive, they often physically feel the effects of it. Regardless if it is felt or not, EMFs are damaging on a cellular level. Taking small steps like turning off 5G makes a large impact on reducing EMF exposure.