How to Deactivate Any Airtel Subscription in 2025 (Codes & SMS Tricks)
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| How to Deactivate Any Airtel Subscription in 2025 (Codes & SMS Tricks) |
Tired of unexpected airtime deductions from Airtel subscriptions? Whether it's a data plan, caller tune, or auto-renewal service, this 2025 guide will show you how to stop any active Airtel subscription using the latest USSD codes and SMS tricks.
Common Airtel Subscriptions That Auto-Renew
Many Airtel users unknowingly subscribe to services that deduct airtime automatically. These include:
- Data bundles (daily/weekly/monthly)
- Caller tunes (Hello Tunes)
- Airtel Games / Video Pack
- Airtel Value-Added Services (VAS)
If you’ve ever recharged and saw your credit disappear instantly — this guide is for you!
How to Check Active Airtel Subscriptions in 2025
Before deactivating, first see what you're subscribed to:
👉 Dial *121*5*1#
You’ll get a list of all active subscriptions on your Airtel line.
How to Cancel Data Auto-Renewal on Airtel
Option 1: USSD Code
- Dial:
*312# - Choose the bundle you’re currently on
- Select “Stop Auto Renewal”
Option 2: SMS Trick
- Send STOP to
312 - Works for most data auto-renewals
How to Stop Airtel Caller Tunes (Hello Tunes)
If you're charged ₦50 weekly for a tune you didn’t request:
Method:
- Send STOP to
791via SMS - Or dial
*791#and select deactivate
You will receive a message confirming deactivation.
How to Deactivate Airtel Value-Added Services (VAS)
VAS includes astrology, games, news alerts, jokes, and gossip services.
USSD Method:
- Dial:
*902# - Select “Manage My Services”
- Then choose “Deactivate All”
You can also dial *121*5# > Manage My Services
Quick Deactivation Shortcut (All Services)
To cancel all active Airtel subscriptions at once:
- Dial
*121*5*3# - Or send STOP ALL to 2442
This will opt you out of:
- Flash messages
- Promo subscriptions
- Unwanted services
Use Airtel Thanks App for Manual Management
You can also manage subscriptions via the Airtel Thanks App:
- Download from Play Store or App Store
- Sign in using your Airtel number
- Navigate to “My Account” > Subscriptions
- Turn off auto-renewals or cancel services manually
Pro Tips to Avoid Unwanted Airtime Deductions
- Always uncheck “Auto-renew” when buying data
- Don’t click on ads or popups that say “Win Free Data”
- Regularly check active subscriptions using
*121*5*1# - Block spam by sending STOP to 2442
In 2025, Airtel has improved transparency, but unwanted subscriptions still happen. Use the codes, tricks, and app features in this guide to stop airtime deductions and regain control of your line.
If you found this helpful, share it with others and check out our other Airtel guides on data, subscriptions, and savings.
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