Once a SIM card has been deactivated, it’s not possible to reactivate it. Moreover, deactivating the SIM card returns the phone number associated with it to the pool of available phone numbers.
How do I connect to my giffgaff network?
Method for Android
- Go to Settings and then Wireless networks.
- Go to Mobile networks and then Network operators.
- Search for networks.
- Select a network other then O2-UK.
- Wait until it fails to connect.
- Repeat the process and this time choose O2-UK as your network or “select automatically” (preferable)
How long does giffgaff take to activate?
Most SIM activations take a few minutes. But it can take a bit longer sometimes. Even up to 24 hours in some situations.
How do I activate my data on giffgaff?
APN settings
- Auto setup. Select the giffgaff APN settings from the pop-up menu that will appear on your device when you insert the giffgaff SIM card.
- Manual setup. Go to Settings –> More –> Mobile networks.
- Activate data roaming. Activate data roaming and then go to Access Point Names (APN).
- Add APN.
- APN selection.
How do I activate my giffgaff Goodybag?
From your mobile: call 43430 for free and follow the voice prompts along the way.
- Press 1 to Top-up your Credit.
- Press 2 to buy a goodybag using your Credit, a voucher or a combination of both.
How do I make my inactive SIM active?
Activating. Take your cellphone to an area cellular shop or service center for activating the phone’s SIM card. The shop or center’s technician will let you know what cellular service provider you can use. Each SIM card contains a unique number that is imprinted on the card and needed to activate the phone.
How do I activate my giffgaff number?
The steps are the following:
- ACTIVATE SIM. Click the following button to access giffgaff’s secure activate page.
- ACTIVATION CODE. Enter the 6-digit code printed on your giffgaff SIM card and click “Activate your SIM”.
- REGISTER EMAIL.
- CREATE PASSWORD.
- OFFERS.
- SELECT PLAN.
- PAYMENT.
- CONFIRMATION.
Where do I find my activation code for giffgaff?
There’s a 13 digit code on the SIM itself that you can use instead. Pop over to for more instructions.
How do I change my network on giffgaff?
You just need a PAC code from your old network.
- Text “PAC” to 65075 from your old SIM (not your giffgaff one)
- Activate your giffgaff SIM on our activation page (you’ll be given a temporary number for the time being)
- Once your SIM is active, pop over to our number transfer page to enter your PAC.
Why won’t my data turn on?
Before rebooting, turn on Airplane Mode. Wait for 30 seconds, then turn Airplane Mode off. If you still don’t have data, turn airplane mode back on, turn your phone off, wait for a minute, turn your phone back on, turn airplane mode off, wait for 30 seconds, then turn mobile data on.
