Vodafone APN Settings on iPad
What this means: Vodafone APN Settings on iPad means this feature is not working correctly. Follow the steps below to diagnose and fix the issue on your iPad with Vodafone.
- Open Mobile Network → Access Point Names
- Delete any incorrect existing APN entries
- Enter exact APN values for your carrier
- Save and restart your device
ℹ️ About Vodafone — APN Settings
Vodafone operates on the Vodafone (own network). VOXI and Lebara also run on Vodafone's network. Some Samsung devices need APN set to "internet".
Known iPad considerations: eSIM requires the My Vodafone app. Some Samsung devices use "internet" APN instead of standard.
- Support number: 191 (from your Vodafone SIM)
- Support page: https://support.vodafone.co.uk
- Network status: Check Vodafone network status
How to Set Vodafone APN on iPad
Open APN Settings
Go to Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Network. You will see a list of saved APN profiles.
Add a new APN
Tap the + or Add button to create a new APN profile for Vodafone.
Enter APN name and value
Set Name to Vodafone. Set APN to wap.vodafone.co.uk.
Enter credentials
Username: wap Password: wap.
Save and select
Tap Save. Select the new Vodafone APN by tapping its radio button.
Toggle Airplane mode
Enable Airplane mode for 10 seconds then disable to apply the new APN.
Test mobile data
Open a browser and load a page to confirm data is working on Vodafone.
⚡ Vodafone APN Settings Reference
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| APN | wap.vodafone.co.uk |
| Username | wap |
| Password | wap |
| MMSC | http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms |
| Vodafone Support | 191 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to fix APN Settings on iPad?
Start by toggling Airplane mode, then restarting the device. If that doesn't work, check the APN at Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Network — confirm it is set to wap.vodafone.co.uk. If still failing, reset network settings and contact Vodafone on 191.
Do I need to contact Vodafone to fix this?
Most APN Settings issues on iPad can be resolved by following the steps above without contacting Vodafone. If the problem persists after all steps, call Vodafone on 191 — they can check for account-level or network-side issues.
Will a network reset help with Vodafone on iPad?
Yes — a network reset at Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPad → Reset → Reset Network Settings clears corrupted APN settings and network configurations. Remember to note your Wi-Fi passwords first as they will be cleared. Re-enter the Vodafone APN (value: wap.vodafone.co.uk) after the reset.
📞 When to Call Vodafone
If all steps above have not resolved the issue, call Vodafone on 191 (free from Vodafone). Ask them to check data provisioning, account status, and any local network events.