How much data do I need for my trip?

Q: How much data do I need for my trip?

It depends on how you use your phone, but here are general guidelines : Light use (maps, search, messaging): around 0.3–0.5GB per day Typical use (plus browsing social media and posting photos): around 0.5–1GB per day Heavy use (video streaming, video calls, tethering): 1.5GB or more per day For a 5-day trip using mostly maps and social media, roughly 3–5GB is a reasonable starting point. Ways to use less : stream video and update apps on hotel Wi-Fi, save maps offline, and turn off video autoplay ( more tips ). When in doubt, start smaller : you can top up anytime, so adding data when you need it wastes less — and note that unused data expires with the plan.

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It depends on how you use your phone, but here are general guidelines:

Light use (maps, search, messaging): around 0.3–0.5GB per day
Typical use (plus browsing social media and posting photos): around 0.5–1GB per day
Heavy use (video streaming, video calls, tethering): 1.5GB or more per day

For a 5-day trip using mostly maps and social media, roughly 3–5GB is a reasonable starting point.

Ways to use less: stream video and update apps on hotel Wi-Fi, save maps offline, and turn off video autoplay (more tips).

When in doubt, start smaller: you can top up anytime, so adding data when you need it wastes less — and note that unused data expires with the plan.