Why is data transfer disabled. How to disable mobile internet and data transfer on android. Turn mobile data on or off

  • 24.11.2019

And turning off the mobile Internet is answered by a function called "Data Transfer". In this article, we will describe two ways to enable and disable data transfer on Android, and also show you how to disable data roaming.

Method number 1. Disable data transfer using the top curtain.

The easiest way to disable data transfer on Android is the button on the top curtain. Open the top curtain with a swipe down and explore the available buttons to quickly turn on / off the various functions of the smartphone. Among these buttons there should be a button to disable data transfer.

Click this button to turn off the data transfer function.

Method number 2. Disable data transfer through the settings.

You can also disable data transfer through the settings. To do this, open the Android settings and find the "Data usage" section there.

It should be noted that on your smartphone this section of settings may have a slightly different name. For example, on smartphones with the original Android shell, this section of settings is called "Data transfer". In any case, this section will be located next to the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth sections. So it won't be hard to find.

After opening the "Data Usage" section, you will only have to disable data transfer by unchecking the corresponding function.

How to disable data roaming

You can also turn off data roaming while leaving data on within your home network. To do this, open the settings and go to the "Other networks" section.

The name of this section may differ on your smartphone. For example, on devices with the original shell from Android, this section is called "More".

After opening the "Other networks" section, you need to open the "Mobile networks" subsection.

And then turn off data roaming.

By turning off data roaming, you will still be able to use the mobile Internet, but if you connect to another mobile network (in case of using roaming), data transfer will not work.

First of all, it is worth trying to figure out why it can happen that, quite recently, a perfectly working smartphone or tablet running the Android system began to “act up”. For example, he stopped connecting to the previously familiar Wi-Fi network, or connects to it, but the Internet, at the same time, everything does not work smoothly, or the Internet stopped working, even when “data transfer” is turned on on the device, well, or, the smartphone has problems with communication (network), when “data transfer” is turned on or when connected to Wi-Fi.

The fact is that in addition to the processes visible to us, Android constantly runs processes that are responsible for the functioning of the very core of the system. What are these processes: all the functionality of our gadget constantly relies on auxiliary system functions inside the system core, and, without these functions, it simply cannot work. Any function that we launch immediately refers to the system core and is associated with its work throughout the entire time. And, even as soon as you start the gadget and it turns on, all core functions have already started to work.

Over time, various kinds of system garbage remain inside the system (kernel). It appears inevitably on any device on the Android platform, be it a tablet or a smartphone. And, periodically, it must be “cleaned out”. Therefore, it becomes more and more difficult for the system to work in a stable mode, and, over time, “brakes”, “lags”, “glitches”, etc. appear. This can be reflected on anything - on any functions and capabilities of your tablet or smartphone. Figuratively, it’s like if the “gears” that used to spin and interact inside the device were perfectly clean and lubricated, now everything is covered in dust and sand, and rust has gone over them. Imagine how, for example, a watch would work with such a mechanism. Same thing with Android system. A notable feature of this kind of malfunction is that if “problems with the Internet” start in the gadget, then the same “mote” inside the system of your device, with a high probability, will create obstacles for all functions associated with this area ( network, wi-fi, data transmission, etc.)

And, in order for the gadget to work without such failures, it is necessary to keep its system clean and tidy. There are 2 ways to do this:

  • METHOD.1. The first does not require any third party programs and utilities, and is available for execution by absolutely any user. To clean all the working nodes of your gadget’s system, you need to do a “full reset” every three to four months, depending on the intensity of use. This feature is available on every Android device. It is located, as a rule, in the "settings" - "backup and reset" section - we go there, and once every few months we select the "hard reset" item (restore default settings deleting all data). However, using this functionality, you should first save all the necessary data, because after you carry out a “reset”, the system will not only clean itself, but also delete all files, contacts, etc. saved on the gadget. If, however, this option is not acceptable for you, see "method 2".
  • METHOD.2. It involves the installation of specialized software. Installing an application that will constantly monitor the correct and smooth operation of the system, constantly cleaning it without your participation. Today there are quite a lot of applications that have this kind of functionality. However, the most effective, by far, is utility - Multi Cleaner, download, install, from google play, and just get acquainted with the functionality of which you can .
  • Likewise, in order to achieve top speed data exchange over the Internet, it is recommended to install a high-speed browser on your Android device Yandex Browser which you can download from Google Play.

If, however, it turned out that the desired result was not achieved, unfortunately, everything is somewhat more complicated and, first of all, it is worth "reflashing" the gadget - i.e. - change the android operating system entirely. However, if you do not have the skills to change the OS in devices on the android platform, it is not recommended to do this according to the instructions that come to hand. Because change operating system(“flashing”) of your gadget is not at all a simple procedure that requires special skills and considerable experience. By doing a “flashing” of the phone yourself, you can easily disable the gadget altogether. AT Service Centers this is called "get a brick". Therefore, be careful and attentive if, nevertheless, decide on this.

You need to turn off mobile data when roaming, but leave it on in your home network.

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    To enable data transfer, you must:

    • open the settings and click on the "more" or "more" item;
    • go to the "mobile networks" or "mobile networks" section;
    • put a checkmark in the line "mobile data" or "data enabled".


    On some models, the last item is located directly in the general settings and is turned on by a switch.
    On android version 3.0 and above, the same can be done by lowering the curtain and clicking on the square with two arrows and the inscription "mobile data" or "data".

    I'll tell you how to enable data transfer on android 5.* and later versions:

    • find the gear icon, click on it, that is, open the general settings of the device;
    • go to the "data transfer" section "mobile data";
    • click on the "menu" button or the icon in the form of three dots at the top right;
    • a menu will open in which we put a checkmark on the item "allow background transfer";
    • on some phones there may be an item "restrict background mode" or "restrict background data" in this case, nothing needs to be changed.


    You need to be careful with the background mobile data transfer item, as some applications can use a lot of data.

    The Internet will work if there is an access point, otherwise it needs to be configured. To do this, the connection parameters must be known, which can be obtained from the operator or on the Internet. After receiving the information, you can begin to create an access point. For all operators, this is done in the same way, so I will describe it using the example of a megaphone:

    • in the device settings, open the “mobile networks” item “mobile network”;
    • go to the "access point" section;
    • open the menu with the button of the same name;
    • click on the “new access point” item, on htc phones it is called “create APN”;
    • a list of parameters will appear, scroll down to the items “authentication type” and “access point type”, in the first one you need to select PAP, in the second write “default”;
    • after that we return to the previous section and go to the access point that appears;
    • fill in the following points access point - "internet", password and login - "gdata";
    • click "save" or "ok";
    • go back to the general settings of your phone or tablet and click on the switch in the “data transfer” item “mobile data”, to turn it off you also need to move it.

    After that, the 3g icon will appear at the top of the screen and the Internet will work.

    To turn off roaming:

    • open the "mobile networks" section;
    • expand menu;
    • uncheck "roaming data" or "roaming data".

    On tablets and phones with android version 4.4 and less, data transfer is enabled in the same way, with only one difference - the menu in the "data transfer" item has another item - "data auto-sync", to set it correctly, you need to check it, then a dialog box will appear , in which we click "ok".

    Often when registering an account in Gmail, an error occurs and a message appears stating that android device does not support data transfer. Repeated attempts lead to the same result.

    When data transfer on android does not turn on, do the following:

    • double-check all settings in the access point;
    • make sure that the "airplane" mode is turned off - when it is active, the airplane icon appears at the top and all wireless networks stop working;
    • reboot the device;
    • check the account and the presence of traffic;
    • find out from your operator the network coverage area, since the Internet does not work behind it;
    • make sure that data transfer is enabled - there should be a 3g icon;
    • do a factory reset.

    If after that the Internet is “dead”, then the data transfer program in the device system is not in order. This problem is fixed by flashing.

    Sometimes 3g disappears for unknown reasons, in this case you can try turning on the "airplane" mode, wait 2 minutes and turn it off.

Tablets with the Android operating system are designed to automatically connect to the Internet. You need to make a minimum of settings in order to fully use the global web. Modern telecom operators provide automatic settings for the Internet, your task is to simply enable data transfer.

Step-by-step instruction

In recent Android versions you can start the transfer from the quick access panel. Go to the desktop and swipe (moving your finger across the screen) from top to bottom - you need to start from the tab where the battery charge and time are indicated.

After that, a curtain will appear where you can turn the main functions on and off. Usually these are Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, sound, brightness, screen rotation and data transfer. It is indicated by an icon with arrows pointing in different directions. When the function is inactive, it is greyed out.

Click on data transfer to turn on the Internet. Flashing arrows should now appear in the information top bar.

Alternative instruction for tablets with old Android

In devices where the operating system is 2.0 or lower, you need to enable data transfer from the settings - there is no quick access panel there. The process goes as follows:

  1. We go into the settings of your tablet.
  2. We need to find a section called "Wireless networks". It may be in a tab called " More" or " Additionally».
  3. Now let's go to the section Mobile network". Depending on the version of the operating system, the name may differ.
  4. There will be an item " Data transfer enabled". Check the box next to it. Done, you now have internet access. Shutdown is carried out in the same way.

How to turn off data transfer?

Click again on the elements (button or checkmark) that they are no longer active.