Why Is My Glo Data Not Working?

Glo is popularly known as the Grandmaster of data because they offer the cheapest data plans compared to other network providers. It is the second largest mobile network operator in Nigeria and is famous for high-speed internet services and cheaper telecom services.

It can be frustrating when you want to access the internet, but nothing seems to be working. However, many Glo users have complained that their Glo data is not working or the data connection is unstable.

Moreover, several reasons could result in your Glo data not working. This article will discuss why your Glo data is not working and possible solutions to fix it from your end.

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The Reason Why My Glo Data Is Not Working

There are different reasons that could result in your Glo data not working;

Expired Data Plan

This is the primary reason Glo data stops working, and immediately your data plan expires, it automatically restricts your access to the internet until you purchase a new data plan.

Exhausted Allocated Data

Each Glo data plan is allocated a certain amount of MB for a period of time. In other words, you can’t access the internet if you exhaust your allocated data before the expiration date.

Network Issue

This is one of the most common reasons why Glo data stop working. However, bad or unstable network coverage may be caused either by bad weather or Glo system update or too much traffic.

Preferred Network Type Problem

This may occur even if you have an active data plan, but all you have to do to reset your preferred network type.

Data Connection is Off

You didn’t turn on your data connection, or your preferred sim for mobile data is not switched to your Glo sim.

Incorrect APN Setting

If your access point name (APN) setting is incorrect, you need to reset it before accessing the internet.

Why Is My Glo Data Not Working: Solution

• Ensure to switch on your data connection and check if your preferred sim for mobile data is on the proper sim.
• Sometimes bad network may occur, so all you have to do is to wait until the connection is back to normal.
• Check your data balance to know if it has expired or been exhausted, then purchase a new data plan to get back online.
• Reboot your phone

How to reset APN Setting

For iPhone

• Go to setting
• Select Mobile data
• Click on the mobile data network, then reset it

For Android

• Go to setting
• Select network & internet
• Click on the mobile network
• Click the access point name, then reset to the default

How to reset the preferred network type

• Click on setting
• Select network & internet
• Click on the mobile network
• Click on the preferred network type, then reset it.

FAQs

What is the APN for Glo?

Glo APN is a wireless transmission system that serves as a gateway between a mobile network and a computer or other access device.

Why is my data suddenly not working?

Ensure you have an active data plan. If yes, then reboot your network or phone. However, if the issue continues, the problem might not be from your end but from your network provider, so all you can do is wait until the connection is back to normal.

How can I purchase a Glo data plan?

Dial *777# on your phone, then follow the instructions and purchase the best suitable data plan.

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Conclusion: Why Is My Glo Data Not Working

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