Maybe you’ve decided that a contract phone just doesn’t suite you anymore, or you’re trying to be more cost-efficient by going prepaid (pay-per-use). Whichever the case may be, if you have an old contract phone lying around, you may be able to convert it prepaid. Certain companies welcome the idea of recycling your retired handset in this way, while other companies require you to purchase a newer handset to reap the pay-per-use benefits. Tips Writer Bio