How To Transfer Data on Glo in 2024

There is love in sharing and without a doubt, Globacom agrees. That’s why you can share your Glo data plan with friends and family. Are you here because you want to know how to transfer data on Glo? Please, continue reading. 

You will all agree with me that having a data connection is very important in this digital era. There are so many things online one cannot access without an internet connection. Moreover, living without data is like living in a tiny bubble, without any means of connecting with the rest of the world. 

In this article, I will show you how to transfer data on Glo by sharing or gifting data. Additionally, I’m going to answer some questions you might have about the process of transferring data on Glo. Let’s dive in. 

2 Ways To Share Glo Data Using USSD

Data sharing on Glo is quite different from how it is on other networks like MTN and Airtel. Sharing data on Glo involves giving the recipient access to use from your existing data balance. On other networks, data sharing is transferring an amount of data from your data balance to the recipient. 

The main method of sharing Glo data with another Glo subscriber is through USSD. There are two USSD codes that can be used to transfer data on Glo. 

Method 1

1. Dial *321# on your Glo line. 
2. Select option 1 “Share Data”. 
3. Enter the recipient’s Glo number. 
4. You will receive a notification confirming the data sharing, meaning the recipient can now use your data balance. 

Method 2

1. Dial *312# on your Glo line. 
2. Select option 3 “Share data”.
3. Once again, select option 1 “Share Data” from the list of options displayed. 
4. Type in the recipient’s Glo number. 
5. You will get a notification stating the data share was successful. This means the recipient can now use your data balance.

Alternatively, you can transfer data by visiting Glo cafe from your device to use the sharing option. Note that to access this website, you have to be using your Glo line for data connection. 

How To Gift Data on Glo

Data gifting on Glo involves buying a data plan for the recipient with your airtime balance. When you gift data, you are not sharing your data balance, instead, you buy data for the recipient. 

Follow the steps below to gift data on Glo:

1. Dial *312# on your Glo line. 
2. Select option 2 “Gift Data”
3. Then select the data plan you want to buy for the recipient. 
4. Input the giftee’s Glo number. 
5. Reply with 0 to confirm that you want to gift the recipient with the selected data plan.  
6. The price of the data will be deducted from your airtime balance and the recipient will receive the data plan. 

Like that, you’ve successfully gifted the recipient with Glo data. Alternatively, you can visit Glo cafe with your Glo line and use the gifting feature. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Transferring Data on Glo

1. What is the code for sharing data on Glo?

You can use *321# or *312# to transfer data on Glo. Once you dial either of the USSD codes, select the option to share data, and follow the prompts to share your data plan with your intended recipient. 

2. How can I gift data on Glo?

To gift someone with Glo data, dial *312#, select the option to gift data, choose the data plan you want to gift, and then follow the prompts to complete the process. 

3. How can I check my Glo data balance?

Dial *312*4# on your Glo line to check your available data balance. 

4. How can I remove a number from sharing my Glo data?

To unshare your data plan with a Glo number, dial *321#, select option 2 “Unshare Data” and input the Glo number you want to stop sharing data with. 

5. How many people can you share Glo data with?

You can share your Glo data plan with up to 5 Glo numbers. You can do this either by using the USSD codes or visiting Glo cafe. 

6. What is the difference between data sharing and data gifting on Glo?

Data sharing on Glo involves adding Glo numbers to your data plan. This means they can use your data balance directly. On the other hand, data gifting involves using your airtime to buy a data plan for another Glo user. 

Conclusion 

Transferring data on Glo is a simple and thoughtful way to help your friends and family stay connected. Whether you choose to share your existing data balance or gift a new data plan, the process is straightforward and easy to follow. 

Remember, keeping your data balance topped up is crucial for staying connected. If you need to top up your data, you can use Nosh. Nosh makes it easy to buy data, ensuring you always have enough to share and gift.