Sky Mobile APN Settings for UK

Runs on O2 network 5G supported

Last verified: July 2025

Sky Mobile is a UK MVNO operated by Sky (now owned by Comcast) that runs on the O2 network. Sky Mobile stands out for its unique 'Piggybank' data feature, which lets unused data roll over for up to three years. It also offers 5G on compatible devices and plans, making it one of the few O2-based MVNOs with 5G support. Sky Mobile's APN — skydata.skymobile.co.uk — requires no authentication credentials. Sky Mobile SIMs are distributed primarily to existing Sky TV and broadband customers, though the network is available to anyone. If you've moved to Sky Mobile from another carrier or switched to a new phone, you'll likely need to enter these APN settings manually.

Sky Mobile APN Settings

NameSky Mobile
APNskydata.skymobile.co.uk
MMSChttp://mms.sky.co.uk
MMS Proxy82.132.254.1
MMS Port8080
MCC234
MNC10
Authentication typeNone
APN typedefault,supl,mms
ProtocolIPv4/IPv6

How to Set Sky Mobile APN on Android

  1. Open Settings on your Android phone.
  2. Tap Connections (Samsung) or Network & Internet (stock Android / Pixel).
  3. Tap Mobile networks.
  4. Tap Access Point Names (APN).
  5. Tap the ＋ (plus) button to add a new APN entry.
  6. Enter each value from the table above exactly as shown.
  7. Tap the ⋮ menu (three dots) then tap Save.
  8. Tap the radio button next to the new APN to select it.
  9. Restart your phone or toggle Aeroplane Mode on then off.

How to Set Sky Mobile APN on iPhone / iOS

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Mobile Data (or Cellular).
  3. Tap Mobile Data Network (or Cellular Data Network).
  4. Under Mobile Data, enter the APN value shown in the table above.
  5. Scroll to the MMS section and enter the MMSC, MMS Proxy and MMS Port values.
  6. Press the Home button or swipe up — iOS saves automatically.
  7. Toggle Aeroplane Mode on for 10 seconds, then off.
  8. Test by opening a website in Safari.

Which Phones Do These Settings Work On?

Sky Mobile APN settings work on all Android phones and iPhones. Sky Mobile supports 5G on compatible plans and devices. On Android 12+, APN settings are at Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Access Point Names.

Sky Mobile APN Troubleshooting

Remove and reinsert your SIM. Check your Sky Mobile account app for any pending configuration messages. If on Samsung, use Settings → General Management → Reset → Reset Network Settings.
Confirm APN is selected and mobile data is on. The APN must be exactly skydata.skymobile.co.uk. Check your Sky Mobile account is active and data allowance hasn't been exhausted. No username or password is required for Sky Mobile.
Sky Mobile uses its own MMSC at http://mms.sky.co.uk — not the standard O2 MMSC. Make sure this exact URL is in your MMSC field. Proxy should be 82.132.254.1 and port 8080.
Contact Sky Mobile and ask them to disable OTA configuration. You can reach Sky Mobile support through the Sky Mobile app or the Sky website.
Check MCC 234 and MNC 10. Sky Mobile uses O2's network identifiers. Verify Protocol is set to IPv4/IPv6 for best compatibility.
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