How to Share Glo Data
You bought a good bundle, and someone close to you has run out. Instead of buying a new plan for them, you can pass on a slice of what you already have. On Glo, that is called sharing data.
This guide explains how to share Glo data, which menus to use, what you need before you start, and how to fix a share that does not go through. Codes and menu names on Glo have changed over the years, so follow the options your own screen shows.
| Method | Where to start | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Data menu | Dial *312# and look for the share option | Quick sharing from your phone |
| Older menu | Dial *777# on lines that still use it | Lines that do not show the new menu |
| Glo Café app | Open the Share/Gift section | People who prefer an app |
What sharing Glo data means
Sharing moves part of your existing data balance to another Glo number. The data comes from your bundle, so your balance goes down by the amount you share. It is different from gifting, where you buy a new bundle for someone using your airtime.
- An active data bundle on your own line, because you cannot share what you do not have.
- The recipient’s Glo number, typed correctly.
- Enough data left over for the amount you plan to share.
- A working network connection for the menu to load.
| 1 | Dial *312# and press call. |
| 2 | Look through the menu for the share data option and select it. |
| 3 | Enter the Glo number of the person you are helping. |
| 4 | Choose the amount of data to share from the choices shown. |
| 5 | Confirm and wait for the success message. |
Sharing through the Glo Café app
Open the Glo Café app, sign in with your Glo number, and find the Share/Gift section. Choose Share Data, enter the recipient’s number, pick the amount and confirm. The app also lets you see which numbers you currently share with, which helps if you want to keep track.
Some lines still respond to *777#. From that menu you pick the data section, find the share option and follow the prompts. If the older menu does not load, switch to the data menu or the app instead.
What the recipient needs
The recipient must be on Glo. They do not need to do anything to accept. When the transfer works they receive a message and the data appears on their line. Tell them to switch on mobile data and check their balance.
Share only what you can afford to lose from your own plan. Remember that your own bundle has an expiry date, so extra data left at the end is wasted anyway. If you have a lot left near the expiry, sharing it with a friend is a smart move. If you are mid-way through the validity, keep what you need for yourself.
| Share data | Gift data | |
|---|---|---|
| Where the data comes from | Your own existing balance | A new bundle bought with your airtime |
| You need | An active data bundle | Enough airtime |
| Your data balance | Goes down | Stays the same |
Common problems and fixes
Your line may use a different menu. Try the app or the older menu.
Check that you have enough data, that the number is a Glo number, and that your network is stable. Try again after a minute.
Ask them to restart their phone and check their balance. If it still does not show, contact Glo customer care with both numbers and the time.
Glo allows only certain amounts. Pick the closest option, or share in two rounds.
Tips for sharing smartly
- Share before your bundle expires, not after.
- Check your balance first so you know what you can spare.
- Keep a note of who you shared with.
- Never share data with a stranger who contacts you out of the blue.
Questions people ask
No. Sharing works only between Glo lines.
Check the confirmation screen. It will show any charge before you accept.
Rules for bonus data can differ. Check the menu for what your line allows.
Final word
Sharing is the easiest way to help someone online without spending extra money. Make sure you have an active bundle, use the data menu or the app, send only what you can spare, and check the confirmation message.