How to Prevent Airtime Usage When Safaricom Data Bundles are Depleted

If you’re a Safaricom user, you may have noticed your airtime getting used up unexpectedly once your data bundles run out. To avoid this, Safaricom offers a convenient feature called “Data Manager,” which stops airtime from being consumed for internet browsing when your data bundles are depleted. Activating this feature ensures your airtime balance remains intact until you purchase more data.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to activating Safaricom’s Data Manager:

1. Dial *100# on your Safaricom line to open the main menu.
2. Select Option 4 – “My Account” to access account management settings.
3. Then, choose Option 4 – “Airtime and Data Usage” to proceed to data management options.
4. Next, select Option 1 – “Data Manager.”
5. Finally, select Option 1 again to activate Data Manager.

Once activated, Data Manager prevents your airtime from being used for internet browsing whenever your data bundles are exhausted. This means you’ll only be able to browse when you have active data bundles, giving you better control over your expenses and preventing surprise deductions.

This feature is ideal for Safaricom users who want to keep their airtime for calls and texts without worrying about accidental data charges. Data Manager is especially beneficial if you have a set monthly budget for your mobile expenses, as it eliminates unexpected deductions from your airtime.

Activating Data Manager is quick, easy, and can save you money. Next time your data runs out, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your airtime is safe from unexpected data charges.

Activate Airtel Kenya Data Manager

It is really simple to sign up, or more accurately, opt-into this service. All you need is to be an Airtel subscriber, regardless of your account or data balance.

To set up the Airtel data manager, simply Dial *544#, then choose Option 13 which is located on the next page. From there, you can check your status, activate or even deactivate the feature.