How to Activate DITO Sim (5G/VoLTE): Step-by-Step Guide

The DITO sim card is the same as every existing sim card of other networks that allows you to access the network service provider. Aside from that, it gives you access to the load promos that can be considered of the greatest value for money compared to other networks.

How to activate the DITO sim?

Here are the steps on how to activate the DITO sim:

Step 1: Make sure you got a sealed DITO sim pack.

Step 2: Get the sim card and place it on the sim tray.

Step 3: Turn on mobile data or try to call and text.

You need to wait for an SMS confirmation message regarding the activation of your sim, but you can also verify it on the DITO app if you have already registered.

Another thing that you might want to activate is the VoLTE setting if your mobile handset supports it.

You can do this by heading to your phone Settings, searching for VoLTE, and opening the relevant result.

Activating VoLTE allows you to have a more secure connection for your voice calls, making it clearer.

How to register to the DITO app?

Registering to the DITO app allows you to get the most out of the DITO service.

Follow these instructions on how to register to the DITO app:

Step 1: Install the DITO app from either the App Store or Play Store.

Step 2: Open the DITO app on your smartphone.

Step 3: Provide your mobile number and nominate a passcode.

Step 4: Wait for the SMS code in case it is required.

Step 5: Click on Sign in.

Just in case there seem to be some technical issues with your initial registration, you can also try this method:

Step 1: Open the DITO app on your smartphone.

Step 2: Enter your mobile number.

Step 3: Click on Forget Password.

Step 4: Nominate a passcode.

Step 5: Wait for an SMS code and enter it.

You can now sign in to the DITO app using the passcode and your mobile number.

How to load the DITO sim?

Follow these steps on how to load your DITO sim:

Step 1: Open the DITO app on your smartphone and tap the Buy Load button.

Step 2: Choose your preferred amount.

Step 3: Select your payment method and tap Proceed.

Shortly, you should be able to receive an in-app notification regarding load top-up.

Alternatively, you can also go to a DITO Partner Store.

You can also use third-party apps or services to load your DITO account in case it is on the list of available networks for loading, like the following:

Alipay
Bayad
BPI
Brigada
CliQQ
Coins.ph
DA5
GCash
GrabPay
Landbank
Lazada
Moneygment
Panalo Express
Pay&Go
Sendah Direct
ShopeePay
Tambunting
TouchPay
VIP Center
WeChat Pay
Megapay

How to use the DITO sim card?

To use your DITO sim card, you need a DITO-compatible mobile handset which you can see in the FAQs section below.

Just pop in your DITO sim card into the sim slot or sim tray and activate it by following the steps described in the section above.

How to call using the DITO sim?

To call using the DITO sim, you need to dial another mobile number without any unique prefix or code.

But in case the call cannot be completed for some reason, go to your phone’s mobile network settings, then go to APN or Access Point Name.

It would help if you made a new APN with the following details:

Name: internet.dito.ph
APN: the internet.dito.ph
MMC: 515
MNC: 66
APN type: Default
APN protocol: IPv4/IPv6
APN roaming protocol: IPV4/IPv6

You can leave the other settings blank or as default.

How to register for the DITO promo?

To register for a new DITO promo, you can choose from the available ones on the DITO app or go to a DITO Partner Store.

Interestingly, there is also a DITO Auto Pay subscription feature in the app that allows you to renew your load promo automatically.

Where to buy a DITO sim card?

DITO sim cards are widely available in retail stores nationwide, but if you want the most convenient option, you can order one from Lazada or Shopee.

How much is a DITO sim?

DITO sim card is available for as low as P49 as the Starter Pack, but you can also use versions with more inclusions, such as Level-Up Packs 99, 199, 299, and Advance Pay sims.

How to unli DITO sim?

To get unlimited internet, you need to avail of a DITO SIM that offers unli data, as the unli internet promo was only offered in the early days of DITO.

DITO Compatible Phones List

The following phones are certified by DITO to work with its network:

Brand	Model
Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung	A01 A02s A11 A12 A21s A30 A31 A32 A32 5G A42 5G A50s A52 5G A52 A72 Galaxy A03s Galaxy A10 Galaxy A10s Galaxy A20 Galaxy A20s Galaxy A22 Galaxy A22 5G Galaxy A30s Galaxy A52s 5G Galaxy Fold 2 Galaxy M22 Galaxy M32 Galaxy Note10+ Galaxy S20 Galaxy S20+ Galaxy S20 FE Galaxy S20 FE 5G Galaxy S20 Ultra Galaxy S21 5G Galaxy S21+ 5G Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Galaxy Z Fold3 5G M11 M11 Note 20 Note 20 Ultra 5G
Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile Cherry Mobile	Aqua S9 Aqua S10 Pro Flare S8 Flare S8 Lite Flare S8 Max Flare S8 Pro Flare Y20 Flare Y5
Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei Huawei	Mate 30 Mate 30 Pro Mate 30 Pro 5G Mate 40 Mate 40 Pro Nova 5T Nova 7 Nova 7 SE Nova 7i Nova 8 Nova 9 P30 P30 Pro P40 P40 Pro Y6p Y7a Y7p Y9 Prime 2019 Y9s
Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix Infinix	Hot 9 Play Hot 10 Hot 10 Hot 10 Play Hot 11S Hot 11S NFC Note 7 Note 8 Note 10 Note 11S Smart 5 Smart 5 Smart 6 Zero X Zero X Neo Zero X Pro
MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone MyPhone	MyT6S MyT8 MyWX1 Plus MyWX2 MyWX2 Pro MyX12 MyXI1 Plus MyXI1 Pro MyXI3
Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo Oppo	A12 A15 A15s A16 A31 A52 A53 A54 A55 A74 A74 5G A76 A92 A94 A95 Reno 3 Pro Reno 4 Reno 4z Reno 5 Reno 5 5G Reno 6 5G Reno 6z 5G Reno 7 5G Reno 7z
Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme Realme	realme 6 realme 6 Pro realme 6i realme 7 Pro realme 7i realme 8 realme 8 Pro realme 8 5G realme 8i realme 9 Pro realme 9 Pro+ realme C11 realme C11 2021 realme C12 realme C15 realme C15 Qualcomm realme C21Y realme C25 realme C25s realme C25Y realme GT Master Edition
TCL TCL TCL TCL TCL	1 SE 10 Plus Plex 10 5G 20 SE
Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno Tecno	CAMON 16 CAMON 17P CAMON 18 CAMON 18 PREMIER POVA POP 5 LTE SPARK 6 SPARK 6 Go SPARK 7 SPARK 7 Pro
Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo Vivo	NEX3 S1 S1 Pro V11 V11i V15 V15 Pro V17 Pro V19 Neo V20 V20 V21 5G V21e V20pro 5G V20SE X21 X50 X50 Pro X60 5G X70 5G Y1s Y1s Y11 Y12 Y12A Y12S Y15 Y15A Y15S Y17 Y19 Y20i Y20S G Y30 Y31 Y33s Y81 Y85 Y91 Y91C Y91i Y95
Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi Xiaomi	Redmi 10 Redmi Note 10 5G Redmi Note 11 Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Redmi 9A Redmi 9C Redmi 9T Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE Xiaomi 11T Xiaomi 11T Pro Xiaomi 12

You can also check the updated list of the compatible phones at the DITO website.

FAQs

Is DITO available in many areas?

DITO is relatively new, so other mobile networks have more coverage areas.

But you can check the list that DITO is continually updating.

The following provinces have DITO coverage in select locations:

Luzon

Albay
Bataan
Batangas
Bulacan
Cagayan
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Cavite
Ilocos Norte
Ilocos Sur
Isabela
La Union
Laguna
Metro Manila
Nueva Ecija
Nueva Vizcaya
Occidental Mindoro
Pampanga
Pangasinan
Quezon
Quirino
Rizal
Sorsogon
Tarlac
Zambales

Visayas

Aklan
Bohol
Capiz
Cebu
Iloilo
Leyte
Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental
Samar

Mindanao

Agusan del Norte
Agusan del Sur
Bukidnon
Cotabato
Davao Del Norte
Davao de Oro
Davao del Sur
Lanao del Norte
Misamis Oriental
Sarangani
South Cotabato
Sultan Kudarat
Surigao del Sur
Zamboanga del Sur

How can I contact DITO?

If you have inquiries related to DITO services, you can call the 185 hotlines or use the chat feature on the DITO app using your mobile phone.

The hotline is surprisingly available from 6 am to 12 am every week.

DITO is also available on Facebook Messenger, Twitter, and Viber via @ditophofficial.

You can also send an email to customerservice@dito.ph.

Conclusion

Activating your DITO sim takes a few steps to access the affordable services of the network finally.

Check if your handset is compatible with the DITO network and switch networks if you prefer DITO.

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