Practical Guide On How To Share Data On MTN 2023

One of the joys of being an MTN user is that you can share your data with anyone with darn easy steps. In the course of this article, we will be looking at a practical guide on how to share data on MTN. Without further ado, let us delve in.

Steps On How To Share Data On MTN In 2023

If you want to share data on MTN, there are three ways this can be achieved. You can share data on MTN using the USSD functionality. You can also share data on MTN network service provided using SMS, and then finally by using the MTN app. In the course of subsequent paragraphs, we will cover how to share data on MTN using the methods above:

How To Share Data On MTN USSD Code

1. Using your phone, open your keypad and dial *131*7#.
2. The next on-screen prompt will be labelled: “Select option 1: Transfer from data balance”.
3. The next on-screen prompt will show you an area where you will input the phone number of the recipient of your MTN data. 
4. The next on-screen prompt will ask you to key in the amount of data that you wish to send.
5. Select the amount of MTN data that you wish to share and press “Send”.

There you go! That is a practical guide on how to share data on MTN in 2023, using the USSD functionality.

How To Share Data On MTN Using SMS Functionality 

Another actionable way to share data on MTN is by using the SMS functionality. Here are practical steps to follow:

1. Using your smartphone, open your messaging app. 
2. Type in the string: “Transfer” followed by the phone number of your friend to that you want to send data. For instance, key in Transfer 08150099222  1000.
3. Send this message to 131.
4. You will then get a confirmation message that your MTN data transfer was a success. 

How To Share Data On MTN Using MTN App

Other than the use of SMS, and USSD functionality, you can also use the MTN app on either Playstore or Apple store to share data. Follow the steps elucidated below to accomplish this:

1. The first step to take is to log in to your MyMTN Android or Apple application. If you do not have the app, you can go to the respective app stores and have them installed. 
2. Next head to the homepage, then click on the “share” option. 
3. You will then see data and airtime sharing options. Click on the label “Data”.
4. Enter the amount of data that you wish to share with your fellow MTN user.
5. Finally, select “Proceed”.

There you go! With these actionable steps, you have successfully shared data on MTN using the MyMTN app.