The problem of active cellular data but not being able to surf is generally experienced by many users who use a new SIM card or a new cellphone device.
If you ask whythen there are many possible causes of this problem, but there are many easy ways to fix it.
The condition is usually like this: can’t connect even though cellular data is on, package quota still available, there is a connection signal.
It can’t be used to access anything such as browsing, playing games, basically you can’t connect and connect at all.
But don’t worry, there are 8 ways to fix this problem, please follow the discussion below.
8 Active Cellular Data Solutions But Can’t Internet
Well, here are 8 ways you can try to deal with active cellular data but can’t surf:
1. APN settings
APN or Access Point Name is very important role for you to connect to the internet, so if you do not set it correctly it will not be able to connect.
Well, to set the APN please follow the steps below:
- Open menu Arrangement on your device.
- select Connection > Mobile Network.

- select Access Point Name then tap the button Plus in the top right corner.

Well, at this stage, please enter the APN settings according to the operator used, you can follow the settings below:
Telkomsel
- APN: telkomsel
- Username: wap
- Password: wap123
Indosat
- APN: indosatgprs
- Username: Indosat
- Password: Indosat
three
- APN: 3gprs
- Username: 3gprs
- Password: 3gprs
Axis
- APN: axis
- Username: axis
- Password: 123456
XL
- APN: xlgprs.net
- Username: xlgprs
- Password: proxl
Smartphone
- APN: #999
- Dial number: #777
- Username: M8
- Password: M8
*Those that are not in the settings above, please leave them blank
- Have the settings been made? If you have, please tap three dots icon in the top right corner then select save.
- Finally, check the APN that has been created.

Until here, please try to access the internet.
2. Set Time and Calendar
You should know, if the time and date settings on your device are not appropriate or incorrect, it will also result in not being able to access the internet.
This is why you should set the device time and date in automatic mode.
So, please follow the steps below:
- Open menu Arrangement.
- select Date & Time.

- Please activate Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone.

After making sure the device time and date are correct, please try to access the internet.
3. Enable Airplane Mode

Airplane mode can also be a solution when you can’t access the internet, although this method can be said to be stupid way.
But it never hurts to try…
All you have to do is turn on airplane mode for a few seconds until the network disappears, then turn the airplane mode off again.
4. Restart Device

Especially for devices that have oldusually when it is used for too long there will be a decrease in performance and lead to certain performance failures.
Well, this might also be the cause of you not being able to access the internet even though everything is fine.
So please try to restart your device then try to access the internet again.
5. Remove SIM Card Then Reinstall
The problem may also occur due to the SIM card…
So try to remove the SIM card in your device then clean it, then plug it back in and try to access the internet again.
6. Check Internet Quota
Are you sure your quota is still there? Or maybe there is only a special quota left so that it can only be used to access certain sites or platforms?
There’s nothing wrong with re-checking the internet quota of the card used and making sure the main/regular quota is still sufficient.
If you don’t know how to check your quota, you can follow the method below:
Telkomsel
Via sms: type Flash(space)infov2 send to 3636
Indosat
Via sms: type Usage send to 363
three
Via sms: type info(space)data send to 234
Axis
Via sms: type QUOTA send to 123
XL
Via sms: type QUOTA send to 868
Smartphone
Via sms: type Check send to 995
Well, make sure you still have the main quota that can be used to access all sites or platforms.
7. Make sure the IMEI of the device is registered with the Ministry of Industry
This case often occurs when a user uses a device brought from outside Indonesia and the IMEI of the device is not registered in the Ministry of Industry database.
So, if the IMEI of your device is not registered, it will not be able to access the internet even though the cellular data is active, the quota is there, the signal is there and all the requirements to connect are available.
So, first make sure your device’s IMEI is registered.
Don’t know how? Please follow the steps below:
- First, open the menu dial then type *#06# the IMEI number of your device will appear. Please note first…
- By using the browser application, please open the address: https://imei.kemenperin.go.id.
- Enter the IMEI number in the search box then tap the search button.

- Well, if your device is registered, a message like the image below will appear:

If the IMEI of your device is not registered, it will be considered a Black Market item and its use will be restricted, one of which cannot access the internet.
Then what is the solution? You can use unlock services that are scattered in cyberspace, of course at your own risk.
8. Contact the Customer Service Operator
Everything is fine but still can’t access the internet? You can try contacting the customer service provider you are using.
The following is a list of customer service contacts for each operator:
Telkomsel
- LINES: tsel.me/lineVA2
- Facebook Messenger: tsel.me/fbV2
- Telegram: tsel.me/telegramVA2
- Website: www.telkomsel.com
- WhatsApp: tsel.me/wa2
- MyTelkomsel App: my.telkomsel.com/app/chatbot
- Facebook: Telkomsel
- Twitter: @Telkomsel
- Email : cs@telkomsel.co.id
- Call Center: 188
Indosat
- Website: indosatooredoo.com
- Twitter: @IndosatCare
- E-mail: cs@indosatooredoo.com
- Call Center: 185/186
three
- Telegram: @TriIndonesiaCare_bot
- Website: tri.co.id
- WhatsApp: 0899-9800-123
- Facebook: 3 Indonesian
- Twitter: @3CareIndonesia
- E-mail: 3care@three.co.id
- Call Center: 132
Axis
- Call Center: 838
- Twitter: @ask_AXIS
- Email: cs@axisnet.id
- Website: axis.co.id
XL
- Twitter: @myXLCare
- Facebook: @myXL
- Website: xl.co.id
- Email: customerservice@xl.co.id
- Call Center: 817
Smartphone
- Call Center: 888
- Email: customercare@smartfren.com
- FAX: 021-31900303
- Website: smartfren.com
So that’s the discussion this time about how to deal with active cellular data but can’t surf.