Data Purchase FAQs

AirtimeFlip's Data Top-up or Purchase feature allows everyday mobile users, students, professionals, small business owners, and organisations to make instant data purchases online with secure payments, clear confirmations, and consistent uptime across all Nigerian networks.

Beyond Data top-up, you can also convert airtime to cash and buy airtime, pay bills, purchase international airtime and data, get eSIMs, top-up airtime in bulk, buy gift cards, and fund your betting account all in one place. Read more about AirtimeFlip.

AirtimeFlip offers data top-up through our mobile app or website. Follow the detailed guideline here or the quick steps below to get started:

• Sign up in seconds or log into your existing AirtimeFlip dashboard using our website or mobile app (Android and iOS).
• Proceed to fund the AirtimeFlip wallet with a bank or card. (Note: There is a 1% charge on wallet funding.)
• Navigate to services and select “Data Purchase”.
• Choose your preferred mobile network - MTN, Airtel, Glo, or T2mobile.
• Enter the Data Type, Plan and input the number you want to buy data.
• As soon as the payment is verified and confirmed, the data is delivered immediately to the specified phone number.

Yes, that is absolutely possible. You can sell your airtime to us, then use the funds in your wallet to buy data for any other network. For example, you can convert your Airtel airtime to cash in your wallet and use that balance to buy an MTN data plan.

Find out more about how to convert your airtime to cash.

Yes, you can recharge any Nigerian phone number directly on AirtimeFlip, even if it belongs to someone else. Simply enter the recipient’s number before completing the transaction. Data will be delivered instantly to that number once your payment is confirmed.

You can buy data bundles for your MTN, Airtel, Glo and T2mobile (formerly 9mobile) network. You can select from daily, weekly, and monthly plans depending on your needs. All available plans are displayed on your dashboard.

If the network is unavailable on our platform at any time, it may be due to network downtime. We advise checking back within 24 to 48 hours or reaching out to us for assistance.

Absolutely! AirtimeFlip uses secure payment processing and real-time transaction confirmation, with thousands of successful data purchases since 2018.

Absolutely. One of the best things about buying data on AirtimeFlip is the price. We offer highly competitive rates across all networks, often beating standard network prices.

No, AirtimeFlip does not have that specific bundle. However, you can access multiple data plan options similar to that.

Here are 1GB data plans for all networks on our platform:

Yes, we provide unlimited bundles on AirtimeFlip for your router – MTN FibreX and Airtel Unlimited Plans. The best part is that they’re actually cheaper here than on the official network platforms. For instance, check out the table below to see how much you’ll save when you renew your FibreX plan through us instead of using the MTN app or website.

To renew your FibreX subscription, kindly follow the step-by-step guide below:

1. Register or log in through the website or mobile app (Android and iOS).
2. Once logged in, you’ll need to Fund Your Wallet. You can fund using a debit card or a direct bank transfer. Additionally, AirtimeFlip also allows you to sell your airtime for cash or use the cash to pay for any service on the site
3. After funding your account, navigate to Services > Data Purchase.
4. Under network provider, choose MTN. Then, for Data Type, choose MTN FibreX.
5. Select your preferred data plan, enter your FibreX Phone Number and click purchase.
6. Your wallet balance will be deducted, and your FibreX subscription will get activated right away.

FibreX is rolling out across Nigeria, but it isn’t nationwide yet. You can check your specific area via the myMTN app or by calling their support team.

As of now, FibreX is available in these 15 states:

• Lagos, FCT, Kano, Kaduna, Rivers
• Oyo, Kwara, Enugu, Ogun, Delta
• Edo, Anambra, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Imo

Yes, we do. You can purchase or renew your Airtel unlimited plan for your 5G router.

Here are Airtel Unlimited plans below:

To renew your Airtel unlimited subscription, simply follow the steps below:

1. Register or log in through the website or mobile app (Android and iOS).
2. Fund your wallet with the amount needed for your plan. (Note: There is a 1% charge on funding)
3. Navigate to Services > Data Purchase.
4. Choose Airtel under the network provider.
5. For Data Type, select Airtel Unlimited.
6. Choose your preferred data plan.
7. Enter your FibreX Phone Number and click purchase.
8. Your wallet balance will be deducted, and your subscription will get activated.

As soon as you pay, our system automatically processes it and drops the data right onto your phone instantly.

The codes to check your data balance are:

• SME: *323# or 461*4#
• CG: *460*260#

For this, you’ll need to be patient and also check your transaction history to confirm completion or reversal.

Data activation on AirtimeFlip is usually instant. In rare cases of network delay, transactions are reviewed promptly. If any issue occurs, support is available to ensure the data is delivered or the payment is resolved quickly.

AirtimeFlip supports secure payment options, including debit & credit cards, bank transfers and other approved payment gateways available on your dashboard. The payment process is encrypted to ensure your financial details remain protected.

Yes. AirtimeFlip’s data feature is accessible 24/7 anytime you need it. You can purchase data at any time of the day, including weekends and public holidays. The system processes transactions automatically for fast delivery.

Please note that, in the event of server maintenance, downtime or similar activities, you might experience difficulty or an inability to use our website or mobile app.

You are experiencing an increased data consumption because smartphones and other smart devices are now designed to stay connected all the time. Apps run automatic refresh, video loads in better and higher quality and modern games and streaming platforms require a stable internet connection to work normally.

Dive deep into our blog post to understand why data no longer lasts.

MTN Data Gifting lets you buy a regular bundle and send it directly to another user. On the other hand, SME data is designed for businesses or resellers, usually offering larger data volumes at more affordable rates.

For assistance on data-related issues, you can reach out to us via the chat icon at the bottom, by email at support@airtimeflip.com, or by visiting our contact page. For a more personal touch, feel free to contact your assigned account manager directly. Since they already know your history, you can call, email or WhatsApp them.