Motorola Secret Codes & USSD Dial Codes (2026)
Moto stock-Android codes
Motorola secret codes follow the stock Android pattern closely, since Moto builds add relatively little on top of the platform. The practical result is that the standard testing menu, battery and usage statistics screens, and Wi-Fi and cellular information panels all work as documented, alongside Motorola's own hardware self-test for the display, sensors and audio path.
For everyday troubleshooting the sequence most people need is simple: read the battery statistics to see whether capacity or a rogue app is draining the device, then open the phone information panel to check which network type the radio is actually using, and finally run the display and touch test if you suspect a physical fault.
Motorola devices sold through carriers sometimes have USSD strings intercepted by the operator, so a code that works on an unlocked Moto handset may return an error on a branded one. That is a network restriction rather than a device fault, and swapping SIMs is the quickest way to confirm it.
Full Motorola secret code list (38 codes)
Every code below is documented from public device and service documentation. 1 of them are destructive and will erase user data instantly — they are marked in red.
| Code | What it does | Category | Risk level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Data Reset. Performs a factory data reset. All user data will be lost. | reset | Destructive — erases data | |
| Show IMEI. Displays the device IMEI number. | info | Safe — read only | |
| Testing & Usage Menu. Phone info, battery status and usage statistics. | diagnostics | Safe — read only | |
| Vibration & Backlight Test. Tests the vibration motor and screen backlight. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Touchscreen Test. Tests touch response across the display. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Service Menu. Opens Motorola's service menu for hardware testing. | diagnostic | Caution — changes settings | |
| Wi-Fi MAC Address. Displays the device's Wi-Fi MAC address. | info | Safe — read only | |
| GPS Test. Runs a quick GPS lock test. | diagnostics | Safe — read only | |
| Call Forwarding Status. Shows whether all-call forwarding is active and to which number. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Forwarding When Unanswered. Shows the number that receives calls you don't answer. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Forwarding When Unreachable. Shows where calls go when your phone is off or has no signal. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Forwarding When Busy. Shows the number that receives calls while you're on another call. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Cancel All Forwarding. Turns off every type of call forwarding on the line. | network | Caution — changes settings | |
| Caller ID Status. Shows whether your number is hidden or shown on outgoing calls. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Wireless LAN Test. Opens the Wi-Fi / wireless LAN test screen. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| LCD Display Test. Opens the screen test suite (colors, dead pixels, touch). | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Proximity Sensor Test. Verifies the proximity sensor used to blank the screen during calls. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Audio / Melody Test. Runs a speaker and audio playback test. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Bluetooth Test. Opens the Bluetooth hardware test screen. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Camera Information. Shows camera firmware details. Avoid the firmware-update option unless you know what you're doing. | diagnostics | Caution — changes settings | |
| Field Test (GSM). Runs a GSM field/signal test. | diagnostics | Safe — read only | |
| Call Waiting Status. Shows whether call waiting is currently enabled. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Service Mode. Opens the service/test mode menu on many devices. Advanced — for diagnostics only. | diagnostics | Caution — changes settings | |
| Call Barring Status. Shows whether outgoing/incoming call barring is switched on. | network | Safe — read only | |
| Enable Call Waiting. Turns on call waiting so a second caller can reach you mid-call. | network | Caution — changes settings | |
| Disable Call Waiting. Turns off call waiting. | network | Caution — changes settings | |
| Build & Version Info. Shows PDA, phone, CSC and build-time information. | info | Safe — read only | |
| Touchscreen Firmware Version. Displays the touchscreen controller firmware version. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| RAM Version. Shows the device RAM type/version. | info | Safe — read only | |
| Packet Loopback Test. Runs an audio/packet loopback hardware test. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Melody / Audio Test. Plays a test melody to check the speaker. | hardware-test | Safe — read only | |
| Bluetooth Address. Displays the device's Bluetooth MAC address. | info | Safe — read only | |
| Advanced GPS Test. Opens a detailed GPS/location diagnostics screen. | diagnostics | Safe — read only | |
| PDA / Phone / RF Info. Shows PDA, phone, hardware and RF firmware version details. | info | Safe — read only | |
| Power-Button Behaviour. Changes what the power button does on long-press (end call vs menu). Changes a setting. | diagnostics | Caution — changes settings | |
| Backup Media Files. Opens a file-copy screen to back up media (photos, videos, audio). | diagnostics | Caution — changes settings | |
| MediaTek Engineer Mode. Opens the engineer menu on MediaTek (MTK) chipset phones. Advanced — changing values can affect radios. | diagnostics | Caution — changes settings | |
| Google Talk Service Monitor. Legacy GTalk service monitor screen (older Android).Community-reported · unverified | diagnostics | Safe — read only |
How to use Motorola codes
- Open the Moto Phone app and go to the keypad, exactly as if you were dialling a number.
- Type the code precisely as shown, including the leading
*and the trailing#. Autocorrect and paste can drop characters, so type it out. - Most sequences fire the moment the final character is entered — you usually do not press call.
- If the screen does not change, press the call button once; a few USSD strings need it.
- Back up photos, messages and app data before running anything marked destructive, then confirm you are on the right device.
- Nothing at all happening usually means the code is disabled on your firmware or blocked by your carrier — it is not a fault with your handset.
Motorola secret codes — FAQ
Do all Motorola phones support the same secret codes?
No. Code support depends on the model, the firmware version and in many cases the carrier that supplied the handset. Older Motorola models often expose more service menus than the newest releases, because manufacturers gradually lock engineering tools behind signed diagnostic apps. If a code does nothing, it has almost certainly been removed or disabled on your build rather than typed incorrectly.
Is it safe to dial Motorola secret codes?
The codes we mark as "safe" only display information or open a read-only test menu, so they cannot damage your phone. Codes marked "caution" change a setting or start a hardware routine you should understand first, and codes marked "destructive" erase user data instantly with no confirmation dialog. Always back up before running anything in the destructive category.
Why does nothing happen when I enter a code?
Three common reasons: the code is not supported on your firmware, your network operator has blocked the USSD string, or the dialer requires you to press the call button for that particular sequence. Try the code on a different SIM or in airplane mode, and confirm every character including the leading asterisk and trailing hash.
Will using these codes void my Motorola warranty?
Simply reading diagnostic information does not void a warranty. However, changing radio band settings, running write operations in an engineering menu, or performing a factory format can leave your device in a state a service centre may treat as user-caused. Stick to read-only codes unless you are following official repair guidance.
Can these codes unlock a network-locked Motorola phone?
No. Network unlocking requires a carrier-issued unlock code or an official unlock request through your operator. Any site promising a free universal unlock dial code is misleading you. The codes listed here only expose diagnostics, network status, firmware information and factory reset routines.
How do I find my IMEI on a Motorola device?
Dial *#06# on any GSM or LTE phone, including every Motorola model, and the IMEI appears immediately. You can also validate the number with our IMEI checker, which runs the Luhn checksum used by the GSMA to detect mistyped or invented IMEI numbers.