Mobile data usage has become a significant factor for almost every smartphone user today. High data usage often leads to unexpected high bills. Therefore, knowing how to limit mobile data is essential. In this blog post, we will explain how to set mobile data limits on Android and iOS devices and how to manage your data usage effectively.

How to Set Data Limit on Android

Managing your mobile data usage on Android devices is straightforward and can save you from unexpected high bills. Here's how you can set it up:

1. Open the Settings menu.

2. Tap on Data Usage or Mobile Data.

3. Go to the Data Usage section.

4. Enable the option to Set Data Limit and choose your desired data limit.

Once these steps are complete, your device will alert you when you reach the specified limit.

Tip: Even when your device is connected to Wi-Fi, some apps may continue to use a small amount of mobile data. This typically happens to maintain continuous communication if the wireless connection drops.

How to Set Data Limit for eSIM on Android

Managing your data usage while using eSIM on your Android device can help you avoid unexpected costs. Here’s a detailed guide on how to set a data limit:

1. Open the Settings Menu: Access the Settings app from your home screen or app drawer.

2. Enter the Network & Internet Section: In the Settings menu, tap on "Network & Internet."

3. Tap on Mobile Network: Under the "Network & Internet" menu, find and tap on "Mobile network."

4. Select Data Usage: Within the "Mobile network" menu, tap on "Data usage."

5. Set Data Warning & Limit: In the "Data usage" screen, click on "Set data warning & limit."

Configure Data Warning and Limit:

• Set Data Warning: Establish a data warning to notify you before reaching a certain data threshold. For instance, you can set a 2GB warning limit to get notified when your usage reaches 2GB.

• Set Data Limit: Define a data limit to automatically shut off mobile data once you exceed this limit. This helps prevent overages on your monthly data plan. For example, you can set a 3GB data limit.

By following these steps, you can effectively set a data limit for your eSIM on an Android device.

With Roamless eSIM, you can easily manage your data and avoid extra charges by staying within your plan.

How to Set Data Limit on iPhone 

For iOS users looking to avoid unexpected bills by managing their mobile data usage, adding a data limit is essential. Here’s how you can manage your data usage on iOS devices:

1. Open the Settings Menu: Access the Settings app from your home screen.

2. Navigate to Cellular: Tap on "Cellular" to view your mobile network options.

3. Tap on Cellular Data Options: Here, you’ll find various settings related to your mobile data.

4. Enable Low Data Mode: Activate "Low Data Mode" to help reduce data usage.

However, it's important to note that iOS devices do not have a built-in feature to set a specific data limit. While you cannot directly impose a data cap, you can monitor your data usage and restrict specific apps from using mobile data. Follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings Menu: Access the Settings app.

2. Navigate to Cellular: Tap on "Cellular."

3. Scroll Down to View Data Usage: Here, you can see how much data each app is consuming.

4. Restrict App Data Usage: To prevent an app from using mobile data, turn off the switch next to the app.

By following these steps, you can control your data usage by limiting certain apps' access to mobile data.

Tip: While Apple does not support setting a direct data limit for an eSIM plan, you can effectively manage your data usage by monitoring it closely and restricting data access for specific apps as needed.

This way, you can ensure that you stay within your data plan and avoid any additional charges, even without a dedicated data limit feature.

Using Roamless eSIM

With a Global eSIM like Roamless, you can effortlessly manage your mobile data usage while traveling abroad. Track and adjust your cellular data plans through the app and pay only for the data you use thanks to our pay as you go model. Regardless of which country you're in, you can instantly update your data plans and control your costs by accessing high-speed internet efficiently.

For more detailed information, check out our articles: How to Avoid Roaming Charges and What is Mobile Data?.

Limiting your mobile data usage is effective for preventing unexpected high bills and optimizing your data plan. On both Android and iOS devices, You can set data limits and get alerts when you're about to go over. With Roamless eSIM, managing your data plans is simple, allowing you to effectively control your internet usage abroad.

Sources:

https://support.google.com/duo/answer/6386089?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid&sjid=9780207306775087641-EU

https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/change-your-phone-settings-on-iphone-iph6e5e72b79/ios