How to Share Data on MTN 2025

It has never been easier to share data on mtn, especially with MTN’s updated features.

MTN Nigeria, being one of the leading telecommunications companies in the country, offers a wide range of data plans to its customers, including the option to share data with others.

You may want to help a friend stay connected or simply send data as a gift, MTN provides quick and easy ways to share.

In this article, we’ll guide you step by step on how to transfer and share data on MTN, using USSD codes and SMS. Let’s get started!

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The need to share data with friends, family, or colleagues has become increasingly important. This is probably because we are in a digital age. Recently, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) unified USSD codes for various activities on all networks. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide on how to share data on MTN.

To begin, it’s important to understand MTN’s data-sharing features. MTN provides a feature called “Data Gifting” that allows you to share your data with other MTN subscribers. This feature enables you to transfer data bundles of various sizes, depending on the amount of data you have.

You can now transfer data from your existing data balance to your family & friends. Simply dial *312*Phone number*Data amount# or, text Transfer<space>Phone number<space>Data amount and to 312.

The maximum amount you can transfer in a day is 5GB.

Before you can share data on MTN, you need to have an active data bundle. MTN offers a variety of data bundles, including daily, weekly, and monthly options. It’s crucial to choose a data bundle that suits your needs and has enough data to share. Please note that certain plans, such as daily or nightly plans, may not be eligible for data sharing.

MTN Data Transfer Code

To initiate the data transfer process on MTN, you no longer need to activate the data sharing feature as before. Simply dial *321# on your mobile phone and follow the on-screen prompts. You will be guided through the steps to send data to another MTN user.

During the process, you will be prompted to choose between gifting data or sharing from SME (Small and Medium Enterprises). Select the “Gift” option and enter the recipient’s MTN phone number.

Then, specify the amount of data you wish to send and follow the instructions provided to confirm the transfer.

It’s important to double-check the recipient’s number to ensure accuracy and avoid any data transfer errors.

Conclusion

It is quick and hassle-free to share and transfer data on MTN using code and SMS. This allows you to stay connected with friends and family effortlessly.

With just a few simple steps, you can send data anytime, anywhere. Stay connected, stay in control!

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FAQs

How do I share data to MTN to MTN?

MTN lets account holders transfer from their existing data balance to friends and family. Just dial *131*7*1# and follow the prompt. You can also do it by texting Transfer Phone Number Data Amount to 131. For example, you may text “Transfer 01234567891 1700” to 131.

How to activate data share on MTN using MTN?

The MTN Data Share service can be activated at any MTN Branded Retail Store, or using the self-service channels like the MTN App, USSD (*136*5#) for all prepaid price plans and certain post-paid price plans (Paid for inclusive anytime data).

Why can’t I transfer data on MTN?

if someone linked your number, he will not be able to share your data unless if the person login to MyMTN app directly with your number. There is a restriction on the Linked numbers to carry out transactions such as MTN Share, Data share, buy bundle for others, buy recharges for others.