What is the MTN Social Bundle?
The MTN Social Bundle is a special data plan designed for social media and instant-messaging apps — typically including apps such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter (X), and similar platforms.
Unlike full data bundles, the Social Bundle allocates data for social-media usage only, allowing users to access social platforms without depleting standard internet/data bundle balances.
How to Buy / Subscribe to MTN Social Bundle
You can purchase the MTN Social Bundle using one of the following methods:
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1. Via USSD Code
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Dial
*138#on your MTN number. -
Navigate through the menu to: “Social / Social Media Bundles” (or Lifestyle/Social).
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Choose to buy for self — select the bundle option you prefer (daily, weekly, monthly, depending what MTN offers at the time).
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Confirm payment (airtime or mobile money, depending on your balance). After confirmation, you should receive a success message with details of the data allowance and validity.
2. Via the myMTN App
If you have the myMTN app installed:
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Open the app and log in with your MTN number.
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Go to “Shop” → “Data”, then find “Social Media Bundles”.
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Select the social bundle plan you want, confirm payment, and wait for activation confirmation.
3. Payment Methods
MTN usually allows payment by:
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Airtime recharge (prepaid)
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Mobile Money (MoMo) — depending on the offer, but airtime is the more common method.
What to Know: Data, Usage, and Limitations
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The Social Bundle only works for social media & supported apps — not for general internet browsing or streaming outside those apps.
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Once the allocated social-bundle data is exhausted, normal data rates or standard bundles apply for any other usage.
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Not all MTN bundle packages beyond basic ones may always be available — MTN updates the available plans periodically, so it’s good to check via *138# or the app.
Sample (Typical) Social Bundle Plans
Depending on when you subscribe, MTN’s social bundle offerings may vary. As of recent references from bundle-listing guides:
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Daily social bundle — small allocation for one-day social media use
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Weekly social bundle — larger data allowance valid for a week
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Monthly social bundle — for heavy social app users who want longer validity
Exact data allowances and prices may change — always use the USSD or app menu to view the current offers.
Why Choose Social Bundle Instead of Regular Data
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Lower cost if you mostly use social media and messaging apps.
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Helps preserve regular data balance or prevent over-consumption.
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Useful for students, social-media marketers, content creators, or heavy messaging users.
FAQs
Q1. Which apps work with MTN Social Bundle?
Commonly supported apps include WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter (X), and other major social platforms.
Q2. Can I browse the open internet with Social Bundle?
No — Social Bundle limits usage to supported social apps. General browsing typically requires a standard data bundle.
Q3. Does Social Bundle expire?
Validity depends on the plan — daily, weekly, or monthly. Unused data typically does not roll over.
Q4. What payment options are valid for Social Bundle?
You can use airtime (on prepaid) or Mobile Money (MoMo) if supported; the bundle cost is deducted from your chosen payment method.
Q5. How can I check my Social Bundle balance?
You can dial the same USSD (*138#) and select “Check balance” (or the relevant balance option) — or check via the myMTN app.
Source: Accra Street Journal
Last Updated on March 9, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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