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IMEIs use the Luhn algorithm for validation.

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Jan 23, 2026
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How does the Luhn algorithm work and why does it catch about one digit in ten errors?

The algorithm is a simple "mod 10" checksum that validates identification numbers by doubling every second digit from the right, summing digit-values (subtracting 9 for doubled digits >9), and checkin...

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