Tesco Mobile APN Settings - UK Configuration Guide 2026
Configure Tesco Mobile mobile data settings on Android and iOS
Set up Tesco Mobile APN settings to fix mobile internet and MMS issues in the UK. Tesco Mobile uses the APN 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com' with username 'tescowap' and password 'password'. As an O2 MVNO, Tesco Mobile operates on O2's network (MCC 234, MNC 10) and uses the O2 MMSC server for picture messaging.
Tesco Mobile APN Settings
Use these settings to configure your Tesco Mobile mobile data connection.
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| APN | prepay.tesco-mobile.com |
| MCC | 234 |
| MNC | 10 |
| Authentication | PAP |
| APN Type | default,supl,mms |
| APN Protocol | IPv4 |
| Username | tescowap |
| Password | password |
How to Configure Tesco Mobile APN on Android
- 1 Open Settings on your Android device
- 2 Go to Network & Internet or Connections
- 3 Tap Mobile Network or Mobile Data
- 4 Select Access Point Names (APN)
- 5 Tap the + icon or Menu to add a new APN
- 6 Set Name to 'Tesco Mobile Internet' and APN to 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com'
- 7 Enter 'tescowap' for Username and 'password' for Password
- 8 Set MMSC to 'http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002'
- 9 Set MMS Proxy to '193.113.200.195' and MMS Port to '8080'
- 10 Tap Save and select the new Tesco Mobile APN from the list
How to Configure Tesco Mobile APN on iPhone/iOS
- 1 Open Settings on your iPhone
- 2 Tap Cellular or Mobile Data
- 3 Select Cellular Data Options
- 4 Tap Cellular Network or APN Settings
- 5 Enter 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com' for APN
- 6 Enter 'tescowap' for Username and 'password' for Password
- 7 Restart your iPhone to apply changes
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions when configuring Tesco Mobile APN settings.
- MMS messages fail on Tesco Mobile
- Tesco Mobile uses the O2 MMSC server at http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002 but with a Tesco-specific proxy 193.113.200.195 on port 8080. Ensure both the MMSC URL and proxy are entered correctly. Using the standard O2 proxy address will not work for Tesco Mobile MMS.
- No data connection on Tesco Mobile
- Verify the APN is 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com' and not the O2 APN. Username must be 'tescowap' and password must be 'password'. These credentials are required for authentication. Restart your device after entering the settings.
- Authentication error on Tesco Mobile
- Ensure the username is exactly 'tescowap' (all lowercase, no spaces) and the password is exactly 'password'. Authentication Type should be set to PAP. Double-check there are no trailing spaces in any of the fields.
Tesco Mobile APN Settings FAQ
What is the correct APN for Tesco Mobile?
The correct APN for Tesco Mobile UK is 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com'. This APN works for all Tesco Mobile plan types including Pay As You Go and monthly plans. You must also enter the username 'tescowap' and password 'password' for the connection to work. Tesco Mobile's APN is unique and different from O2's APN.
Does Tesco Mobile use the O2 network?
Yes, Tesco Mobile operates as an MVNO on the O2 network in the United Kingdom. It shares the same MCC 234 and MNC 10 codes as O2 and uses the O2 MMSC server for MMS. However, Tesco Mobile has its own dedicated APN 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com' and proxy server, so O2 APN settings will not work on a Tesco Mobile SIM.
What are the Tesco Mobile MMS settings?
Tesco Mobile MMS settings use the O2 MMSC URL http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002 but with a Tesco-specific MMS Proxy of 193.113.200.195 and MMS Port 8080. The proxy address is different from the standard O2 proxy. Without these exact values, internet browsing will work but picture messages will fail to send or receive.
What username and password does Tesco Mobile use?
Tesco Mobile uses the username 'tescowap' and the password 'password' for APN authentication. These are fixed values that apply to all Tesco Mobile customers regardless of plan type. The authentication type should be set to PAP. Both the username and password are case-sensitive and must be entered in lowercase.
Why does my Tesco Mobile data keep disconnecting?
Frequent disconnections often indicate incorrect APN settings or authentication issues. Verify the APN is 'prepay.tesco-mobile.com' with username 'tescowap' and password 'password'. Also check that the proxy is set to 193.113.200.195 with port 8080. If the problem persists, reset your network settings and re-enter the APN configuration.