How device blocking works on IMBONI
A plain-language guide to flags, ISP blocks, and what citizens should know.
By IMBONI Team
When a device is reported stolen or otherwise flagged, IMBONI records that status in the national registry. Licensed internet service providers can then enforce network-level blocks for matching IMEIs.
The flow in brief
Police or authorized officers create a flag tied to a device record. The registry updates in real time. ISPs poll or receive updates and apply blocks according to national policy.
For device owners
If your phone was wrongly flagged, use official channels documented in the help center — do not attempt to bypass blocks. Legitimate ownership transfers and resolution workflows exist so status can be corrected with evidence.
This coordination protects buyers, reduces resale of stolen hardware, and gives shops a clear signal before they accept trade-ins.