Published country guides
How to buy mobile data in Nigeria
Buy data on Airtel, MTN, Glo or T2 using the operator's checked USSD, app, SMS or web route.
Read sourced guide →NGHow to check a data balance in Nigeria
Check a data balance on Airtel, MTN, Glo or T2 using the operator's checked code, app or account route.
Read sourced guide →GHHow to buy mobile data in Ghana
Buy data on MTN, Telecel or AT using the operator's checked USSD or app route.
Read sourced guide →GHHow to check a data balance in Ghana
Check a data balance on MTN, Telecel or AT using the operator's checked USSD or app route.
Read sourced guide →KEHow to buy mobile data in Kenya
Buy data on Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom, Equitel or Faiba using the operator's checked code, app or web route.
Read sourced guide →KEHow to check a data balance in Kenya
Check data usage on Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom, Equitel or Faiba using the best supported operator route we could confirm.
Read sourced guide →Start with your country, then your operator
The same short code can do different things on different networks. Confirm both the country and operator before dialling or opening an app.
- Buy data: find the operator's USSD, app or web route
- Check a balance: use the operator's stated code, account or app
- Need account help: open the country network directory for support links
What to check on screen
Before buying, read the price, everyday data, restricted extras, validity and renewal choice returned by the operator. For a balance check, use the figure returned by the operator account, message or app.
Do not enter a PIN, password, one-time code or payment-card detail into an unrelated website. If a method fails, use the linked operator source or support route before trying again.