By
Chris Holmes Staff Writer
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APN (Access Point Name) settings determine how your device connects to your mobile carrier’s network data services, internet access, and other tasks. These settings act as a gateway, providing the necessary configuration for your phone to communicate with your provider’s cellular network. You won’t be able to access your mobile data or the internet without the correct APN settings for your carrier.

Most modern smartphones automatically configure APN details when you insert a SIM card or activate an eSIM. However, you might need to manually adjust them if you encounter data connectivity problems or switch to US Mobile and bring your own device. 

Below, you’ll find device-specific instructions to check or update your US Mobile APN settings.

How to view and edit US Mobile's APN settings on Android


Note: These instructions are based on a Pixel 6 running Android 15 and above. Steps may vary for your particular device or if you’re using an older version of the Android operating system.

Follow these steps to view or update your US Mobile APN settings on an Android device:

  1. Under your phone’s Settings, tap Network and Internet or Connections.
  2.  step 1 to set APN screenshot
    Start by locating and tapping Network and Internet in your Android’s settings.
    Image: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut


  3. Select Mobile Networks, Cellular Networks, or SIMs. If you don’t see these options, you’ll need to tap More first.
  4. step 2 to set apn settings
    Older Pixel phones have a SIMs option you can tap to see your list of installed SIMs.
    Image: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut


  5. If your phone shows the SIMs option, continue by tapping your carrier’s SIM two times to access your APN settings. If not, then skip to the next step.
  6. step 3 to set apn settings
    If your phone shows SIMs, tap your carrier’s SIM twice to continue to your APN settings.
     Images: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut


  7. Tap Access Point Names to view your current APN settings. 
  8. step 4 to set  apn settings
    Once you tap Access Point Names, you can see your US Mobile’s APN settings, or update them by re-entering each value. Pictured above is an empty template of what you screen will look like.
    Images: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut


  9. To change your APN settings, tap each field and enter US Mobile’s APN settings. Your APN settings will differ based on which network you have in your plan.

    Choose your network from the options below and enter the corresponding APN information. Make sure to leave all other fields not listed in the table blank.
  10. US Mobile’s Dark Star network APN settings
    APN name Dark Star
    APN ereseller
    MMSC (MMS Center) http://mmsc.mobile.att.net
    MMS proxy proxy.mobile.att.net
    MMS port 80
    MCC (Mobile Country Code) 310
    MNC (Mobile Network Code) 410 (280 if the APN does not save)
    APN type default,supl,mms,fota
    APN protocol IPv4/IPv6
    US Mobile's Warp network APN settings

    Warp requires multiple APN entries to work correctly. Add each table below as a separate APN entry, then select the circle next to Warp 2 to set it as your default APN. If you're on a Samsung device, add the Warp FOTA entry before adding Warp IMS.

    Warp 2 (set as default)
    APN nameWarp 2
    APNvzwinternet
    MMSC (MMS Center)http://mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms
    MMS port80
    MCC (Mobile Country Code)311
    MNC (Mobile Network Code)480
    APN typedefault,supl
    APN protocolIPv4/IPv6
    APN roaming protocolIPv4/IPv6
    Warp FOTA (Samsung devices only — add before Warp IMS)
    APN nameWarp FOTA
    APNVZWADMIN
    MCC (Mobile Country Code)311
    MNC (Mobile Network Code)480
    APN typefota
    APN protocolIPv4/IPv6
    APN roaming protocolIPv4/IPv6
    Warp IMS
    APN nameWarp IMS
    APNVZWIMS
    MCC (Mobile Country Code)311
    MNC (Mobile Network Code)480
    APN typeims,ia
    APN protocolIPv4/IPv6
    APN roaming protocolIPv4/IPv6
    Warp CBS (add last)
    APN nameWarp CBS
    APNVZWAPP
    MMSC (MMS Center)http://mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms
    MCC (Mobile Country Code)311
    MNC (Mobile Network Code)480
    APN typecbs,mms
    APN protocolIPv4/IPv6
    APN roaming protocolIPv4/IPv6
    US Mobile’s Light Speed network APN settings
    APN name Light Speed
    APN wholesale
    MMSC (MMS Center) http://wholesale.mmsmvno.com/mms/wapenc

    If you snagged one of US Mobile’s Legacy plans, you’ll need different APN settings. Existing customers with Legacy plans should update their APN settings with the following information:

    US Mobile’s Light Speed network APN settings for Legacy plans
    APN name Light Speed
    APN pwg
    MMSC (MMS Center) http://pwg.mmsmvno.com/mms/wapenc
    MCC (Mobile Country Code) 310
    MNC (Mobile Network Code) 260 (240 if the APN does not save)
    APN type default,supl,mms
    APN protocol IPv4/IPv6
    APN roaming protocol IPv4
  11. Restart your phone.

You’ll see your network carrier’s name at the top of your screen if your SIM setup is successful. However, if these steps don’t work for manual changes to your phone’s APN settings, reach out to US Mobile’s customer service for further help.

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How to view and edit US Mobile's APN settings on iPhone


Note: These instructions are based on the iPhone 11 running iOS version 18 and above. Steps may vary for your particular device, iOS version, or carrier restrictions.

Follow these steps to view or update your US Mobile APN settings on an iPhone:

  1. Go to US Mobile’s APN setup tool.
  2. Select iOS, choose your network, and download your APN profile.
  3. step 4 to set apn settings
    iPhone users need to download their APN settings profile from US Mobile’s website, but make sure you choose the correct network for your phone plan.
    Image: Jessica Santero | WhistleOut

  4. Open your phone’s Settings, and tap General.
    step 4 to set apn settings
    Once you’ve downloaded your APN settings profile, open your iPhone’s settings and tap General.
    Image: Jessica Santero | WhistleOut
  5. Tap VPN & Device Management.
  6. step 4 to set apn settings
    Under VPN & Device Management, you’ll be able to tap and install your downloaded APN settings profile.
    Image: Jessica Santero | WhistleOut
  7. Select the downloaded profile and tap Install.
  8. Restart your phone.

You’ll be able to tell if your APN settings were correctly installed because you’ll US Mobile at the top of your home screen. However, if these steps don’t work for manual changes to your phone’s APN settings, contact US Mobile’s customer support for further help.

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When should you update your APN settings?


You should update your APN settings if you can’t access the internet on your phone or have recently switched carriers. While most smartphones set up APNs automatically, you may need to manually update them if your data isn’t working despite having an active plan. However, before you start adjusting technical settings, check out our data connection troubleshooting guide to make sure your mobile data is properly configured.

Many carriers, including US Mobile, require specific APN settings for their network to work correctly. This is especially important with US Mobile since they offer plans on three different networks:

  • Dark Star relies on AT&T’s network.
  • Warp connects to Verizon’s network.
  • Light Speed uses T-Mobile’s network.

Always use the exact APN details provided by US Mobile to make sure you connect to the right network, and restart your device after applying changes. Incorrect APN edits can disrupt your service, so only modify these settings if you’re certain your phone is unlocked and compatible with US Mobile.

Chris Holmes

Staff Writer

Chris Holmes
Chris Holmes is a Contributing Writer for WhistleOut, where he covers the cell phone and internet industries. His work has been cited in publications like The Verge, The New York Times, and WIRED.

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