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How to buy Glo data plan and cancel data Renewal

buy Glo data plan and cancel data Renewal

Last Updated on January 24, 2026 by admin

Nigeria’s second-largest telecommunications provider, Globacom (Glo), has made it easy for subscribers to purchase data bundles conveniently from anywhere—without the need to contact customer care or visit physical outlets. With simple self-service options, users can buy data plans on the go and stay connected effortlessly.

Known as the Grandmaster of Data, Glo operates one of Africa’s largest and most robust telecommunications networks, spanning Nigeria, Benin Republic, and Ghana. The network offers a wide range of data plans, including daily, weekly, monthly, and mega data bundles, designed to suit different browsing needs and budgets.

In addition to regular data plans, Globacom provides several specialized bundles such as Special Data plans, WTF bundles (WhatsApp, Twitter & Facebook), YouTube bundles, single-app bundles for Instagram and TikTok, as well as Telegram and other social media bundles.

In this article, we’ll explain how to buy Glo data, share tips on reducing data consumption, and guide you through subscribing to Glo’s social media plans—including Instagram, Facebook, and other available data packages.

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How to buy Glo data Bundle

To buy data bundle plans from Glo on a super fast 4G+ network. Simply select from a rich bouquet of flexible and cheap data bundles.

  1. Dial *312# on your Glo line

  2. Select Data Plans

  3. Choose your preferred plan (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, or Mega)

  4. Confirm to activate

Different kind of Glo data bundle plan you can buy

Glo Nigeria offers a wide range of data bundles including daily, weekly, monthly, mega, social, night, weekend, and campus booster plans. Each bundle is tailored to different usage needs, from light browsing to heavy streaming

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Types of Glo Data Bundles

🔹 Daily Bundles

  • 50MB – ₦50 (1 day)
  • 125MB – ₦100 (1 day)
  • 275MB – ₦200 (2 days)
  • 1GB – ₦300 (1 day)  Best for short-term browsing or topping up when you run out.

🔹 Weekly Bundles

  • 350MB – ₦200
  • 1.6GB – ₦500
  • 3GB – ₦1,000  Ideal for moderate users who want steady access for 7 days.

🔹 Monthly Bundles

  • 10GB – ₦3,000
  • 20GB – ₦5,000
  • 50GB – ₦10,000  Perfect for heavy users who stream, work online, or game regularly.

🔹 Mega Bundles

  • 100GB – ₦15,000
  • 225GB – ₦30,000 Designed for businesses, remote workers, or families sharing data.

🔹 Special Bundles

  • Night Plans (usable 12am–5am, cheaper rates).
  • Weekend Bundles for Saturday/Sunday browsing.
  • Always-ON Bundles with extended validity.
  • Social Bundles (GoodyBag) for WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube.
  • Campus Booster Bundles with extra data when used in Glo campus zones.

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How to Cancel Glo Auto- data Renewal 

Here’s a simple guide on how to cancel Glo auto‑data renewal so your data bundle doesn’t automatically renew:

1. Using USSD

  1. Dial *312# on your Glo line.

  2. Choose My Account / Data Plans.

  3. Select Stop Auto-Renewal or Deactivate Data Auto-Renewal.

  4. Confirm your choice.

2. Via SMS

  • Send STOP AUTO to 312 (the Glo data short code).

  • You will receive a confirmation SMS that auto-renewal has been deactivated.

3. Through Glo Café App

  1. Open the Glo Café App and log in with your number.

  2. Go to My Subscriptions or Data Plans.

  3. Find the plan with auto-renewal and select Cancel Auto-Renewal.

  4. Confirm to stop future automatic renewals.

What is Glo Data Share?

Glo Data Share allows you to share a portion of your data bundle with another Glo subscriber. It’s a convenient way to help friends or family stay connected without buying a separate bundle for them.

How to Share Glo Data

1. Using USSD

  1. Dial *312*RecipientNumber*DataAmount#
    Example: *312*08031234567*500# to send 500 MB to 08031234567.

  2. Confirm the transfer.

  3. The recipient will get an SMS notification once the data is credited.

2. Via SMS

  • Send a message in this format to 312:
    Share RecipientNumber DataAmount
    Example: Share 08031234567 500 (sends 500 MB).

  • You will receive confirmation once the transfer is successful.

3. Using Glo Café App

  1. Open the Glo Café App.

  2. Log in with your Glo number.

  3. Tap Share Data or Data Gift.

  4. Enter the recipient’s number and the amount of data to share.

  5. Confirm the transaction.

How to Remove People from Glo Data Sharing

Here’s a clear and simple rewrite explaining how to remove people from Glo data sharing:

Using USSD

  • Dial *312*02# on your Glo line

  • Follow the on-screen prompts to view and remove numbers from your data sharing list

Via SMS

  • Send REMOVE PhoneNumber to 312
    Example: REMOVE 08031234567

Using Glo Café App

  1. Open the Glo Café App

  2. Log in with your Glo number

  3. Go to Data Share / Manage Users

  4. Select the number you want to remove

  5. Confirm removal

 

How to Gift glo Data plan

Here’s a clear guide on how to gift a Glo data plan to someone else: You can share some of your current data with a friend or family member.

Using USSD

  1. Dial: *127RecipientNumberDataAmount#
    Example: *312*08031234567*500# (sends 500 MB)

  2. Confirm the transfer.

  3. The recipient gets an SMS when the data is received.

Using SMS

  • Send this message to 312:
    Share RecipientNumber DataAmount
    Example: Share 08031234567 500

Notes:

  • Maximum transferable per day: 5 GB

  • Only your main data balance can be shared (bonus data cannot be shared).

How to buy data for some else

2. Buy a New Data Plan for Someone Else

You can also buy a fresh data bundle for someone, with the cost deducted from your airtime.

Using USSD

  • Dial: *312*Bundle*ActivationCode*RecipientNumber#
    Example: Buy a 1 GB weekly bundle for your friend: *312*1*08031234567#

Using Glo Café App

  1. Open the Glo Café App

  2. Log in with your number

  3. Tap Buy Data → Buy for Others

  4. Enter the recipient’s Glo number and select the bundle

  5. Confirm payment

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