Introduction
A brief introduction to Mint Mobile and its growing popularity.

Explain how easy setup can be — but only if you avoid a few common mistakes.

Promise readers that by the end, they’ll have a seamless, frustration-free setup.

💡 1. Not checking phone compatibility first
Many users skip the compatibility check before ordering a SIM.

Link to Mint Mobile’s compatibility tool.

How to check your phone’s network support (GSM vs. CDMA).

💡 2. Leaving out number porting info
Mistake: Not collecting the account PIN and transfer info from the old carrier.

Explain how porting works and what details are needed.

Suggest backing up contacts just in case.

💡 3. Inserting SIM before activating
What happens if you insert the SIM too early.

Step-by-step: Activate first via Mint website/app, then insert SIM.

Troubleshooting tips if activation fails.

💡 4. Ignoring APN settings
Some users forget to update APN (Access Point Name) settings.

This doesn’t cause any mobile data or MMS issues.

Quick guide: How to find and update APN for Android and iPhone.

💡 5. Choosing the wrong plan at checkout
People often buy more (or less) than they need.

Tips to analyze your actual data usage.

How to upgrade or downgrade a plan later.

📌 Bonus tips
Use Mint Mobile’s 7-day trial if unsure.

Join Mint Family to manage multiple lines.

Use Wi-Fi calling when available to save data.

📣 Conclusion

Recap 5 mistakes and encourage readers to double-check before setting up.

Invite users to share their own setup experiences in the comments.