How to Buy Glo Data for Another Number in 2025 (All Methods Explained)

Want to gift data on Glo? Here's how to buy Glo data for another number in 2025 using USSD, SMS, Glo Café App, or bank apps. Simple steps included!

Buying data for someone else on Glo is now easier than ever in 2025. Whether you're sending data to a family member, friend, or your second line, Glo provides multiple simple options.

In this guide, you'll learn 4 easy ways to buy Glo data for another number, including USSD, SMS, Glo Café App, and banking apps.

1. How to Buy Glo Data for Another Number Using USSD

This is the quickest and most popular method. Follow these steps:

Dial *777# on your Glo line
Select 1 for "Data"
Choose 4 for “Gift or Share Data”
Select 1 for “Buy Data for a Friend”
Enter the recipient’s Glo number
Choose the data plan you want to send
Confirm the transaction

You’ll get a confirmation message once the purchase is successful.

2. Buy Data via SMS

Glo also allows you to buy data for others using SMS format.

Steps:

Type this SMS:
Gift [Receiver's Number] [Plan Code]

Example:
Gift 08050000000 53

Send it to 127

To find the Plan Code, dial *777# > Data > Buy Data Plan, then note the code.

3. Using the Glo Café App

The Glo Café App is a one-stop platform to manage all Glo services.

Steps:

Download and install the Glo Café App
Log in using your Glo number
Tap on "Buy Data"
Select "Buy for Others"
Enter the recipient's number and select the plan
Confirm payment using airtime or bank card

The app also allows you to schedule data purchases and monitor usage.

4. Buy Glo Data for Others via Bank Apps or Wallets

Most mobile banking apps and fintech platforms like PalmPay, OPay, Moniepoint, and Kuda let you send Glo data to another line.

Steps (using PalmPay as an example):

Open PalmPay App
Go to “Data”
Choose Glo
Enter the recipient’s number
Select data bundle
Pay using your wallet or linked bank card

Important Notes

You must have sufficient airtime or bank balance
Only Glo numbers can receive Glo data
Gifted data usually has the same validity as direct data purchases
Always confirm the recipient’s number before sending

Whether you're using USSD, SMS, Glo Café App, or a mobile wallet, buying data for another Glo number in 2025 is convenient and flexible. Now you can help others stay connected without stress.

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