Maximizing Your Data Usage While Traveling: Tips and Tricks

by Jordan McMenamin on Nov 03, 2021 0 comments

How to Get the Most Out of Your Data When You Travel

Mobile data is a precious resource when you’re abroad, but it always seems to run out too quickly. To avoid stressing about data usage and focus on enjoying your trip, it's important to be aware of the basics and make smart choices when it comes to data usage. Here are our top tips to help you get the most out of your data when traveling:

Use WiFi when available Whenever you have access to WiFi, use it to save your mobile data. This is especially important for data-hungry apps like social media and streaming services.
Regularly close all your apps Apps can continue to run in the background, using both battery and data to track your location, refresh feeds, and sync data. Closing them when you're not using them will save on both battery and data usage.
Keep track of your data usage It's important to know which apps are using the most data so you can cut down on usage and prevent any surprise charges. On iPhones, go to Settings > Mobile to see a list of apps and their data usage for the current billing period. On Android, go to Settings > Connections > Data Usage to see a similar list.
Know and monitor your hungriest apps Social media apps, streaming services, and GPS apps are some of the biggest data users. To reduce data usage, consider turning off autoplay features, disabling push notifications, and using offline mode when available.
Use a data-saving VPN A virtual private network (VPN) can help you save on data usage by compressing data and blocking ads. It can also provide added security when using public WiFi networks.

By following these tips, you can make the most of your data while traveling and avoid any unexpected charges. Happy and stress-free travels!