How to get free data on Airtel Uganda

The two key means through which you can get free data on Airtel Uganda are:

Using the SMS code *175*20#.
Using the referral program through My Airtel App.

Here is a guide on how to get free data on Airtel Uganda

Before you get excited about the free Airtel Uganda data, you need to know that it's much and you can only win it either because you have a history of buying data or you are willing to refer people to the network.

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1. Using the SMS code 17520#

If you've been wondering how to get free data on Airtel Uganda, using the aforementioned code is the easiest approach.

To enroll for this program which earns you free 20MB at any time of the month, you need to have used at least Shs2k worth of data before. To buy data on Airtel Uganda, just dial *175# or *100# and follow prompts.

Before you activate the package, depending on the type of phone you use, you may need to switch from, say, 4G to 3G, or 5G to 4G so that the consumption rate is slowed.

To do this,

Go to settings
Go to mobile networks
Tap on the preferred network type
Switch to 3G

The above process may change depending on how modern your phone is but the basics are similar.

The other important thing you need to do is to disable apps from running in the background and also turn off background data.

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2. Get free data on Airtel Uganda using refer and earn program

To invite a friend and learn how to get free data on Airtel Uganda, simply access the My Airtel App and navigate to Quick Actions. Here, select the "refer and earn" option to proceed. A referral link, highlighted in blue, will be provided for you to distribute among your contacts, enabling you to claim your promotional offer. This link can be shared via various communication platforms such as SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, or any other messaging app installed on your smartphone. It is crucial that your acquaintance utilizes the link you share to download, install, and sign up on the My Airtel App.

A link that can be shared will be made available, containing a specific referral code necessary for redeeming the offer. Following the selection of this link, individuals will be directed to download the app from either the Google Play Store or the Apple Store, based on the smartphone being used. After the My Airtel App has been downloaded and installed, new users will be prompted to enter a specific code they have received.

Upon entering this code, both the new user and the referrer will receive a notification via SMS, confirming the successful receipt of the offer. As a referrer, you will receive 50MB of data, whereas your friend will benefit from 200MBs. This offer will be visible within the app. You have the liberty to refer multiple friends and capitalize on the complimentary data available.

This promotional data is valid for a duration of seven days. To review your data balance and track the success of your referrals, you can visit the "Refer and Earn" section within the app or dial 1754#.

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Conclusion

Now that you know how to get free data on Airtel Uganda, it's up to you to choose what process you think works better for you and start relying on it for that time when you may need an urgent internet bundle and you don't have mobile money or can't find a shop to reload.