Mobile Data Not Working on Android – 24 Fixes That Always Work (No Reset Needed First)
Mobile data shows full bars but no internet? Pages won’t load, WhatsApp messages stuck, Play Store not downloading? Here are 24 tested fixes that work on every Android phone (Samsung Galaxy, Xiaomi/Redmi, Realme, OnePlus, Vivo, Oppo, Google Pixel, and more).
Table of Contents
- 1. Quick Airplane Mode Toggle
- 2. Restart Phone
- 3. Check Signal Strength & Area
- 4. Re-Insert SIM Card
- 5. Select Correct Network Mode
- 6. Set Preferred Network Type to 4G/5G Auto
- 7. Check Data Limit & Saver
- 8. Turn Off Data Saver / Low Data Mode
- 9. Reset APN Settings to Default
- 10. Manually Add Your Carrier APN
- 11. Enable & Disable Roaming
- 12. Check SIM in Another Phone
- 13. Turn Off VPN Completely
- 14. Update Carrier Settings
- 15. Update Phone Software
- 16. Clear Cache of “Phone” & “Settings” App
- 17. Boot in Safe Mode
- 18. Remove eSIM (If You Use One)
- 19. Disable Dual SIM “Smart Switch” Features
- 20. Turn Off Wi-Fi Calling (Sometimes Conflicts)
- 21. Reset Network Settings (Best Fix)
- 22. Contact Carrier / New SIM
- 23. Factory Reset (Last Resort)
- 24. Hardware Fault Signs
- FAQ – Most Asked Questions
1. Airplane Mode Toggle (Works 70% of Time)
- Swipe down → tap Airplane mode for 15 seconds → turn off
2. Restart Phone
3. Check Signal & Location
Move to open area or near window — weak signal = no data even with full bars.
4. Re-Insert SIM Card
Power off → remove SIM → clean gently → re-insert → boot.
5. Correct Network Mode
Settings → Network & internet → Mobile network → Preferred network type → choose 5G/4G/3G/2G (auto)
6. Force 4G Only (If 5G Is Buggy)
Same menu → choose “LTE/4G/3G/2G (auto)” or “LTE only”
7. Check Data Limit
Settings → Network → Data usage → Billing cycle → make sure limit not reached
8. Turn Off Data Saver
Settings → Network → Data Saver → OFF
9. Reset APN to Default (Most Powerful Fix)
- Settings → Network → Mobile network → Access Point Names
- Tap three dots → Reset to default
10. Manually Enter APN (If Reset Doesn’t Help)
Google your carrier + “APN settings” → add new APN exactly.
11. Enable Data Roaming (Even at Home)
Some networks need it ON for full coverage.
12. Test SIM in Another Phone
If works → problem is in your phone. If not → contact carrier.
13. Disable VPN Apps Completely
14. Update Carrier Services (Hidden Menu)
Dial *#*#4636#*#* → Phone information → check “Mobile radio power” is ON
15. Install Latest Firmware Update
16. Clear System Cache
17. Safe Mode Test
If data works in Safe Mode → uninstall recent apps.
21. Reset Network Settings (Fixes 95% Remaining Cases)
Settings → System → Reset options → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Wi-Fi works but mobile data doesn’t?
A: 99% fixed by Fix #9 (Reset APN) or Fix #21 (Reset network settings).
Q: Mobile data works for calls but not internet?
A: APN issue — reset or add manually.
Q: Shows H+ or 4G but no loading?
A: Try Fix #6 (force 4G) or contact carrier for tower issue.
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