Straight Talk APN Settings 2026 - Setup Guide
Configure Straight Talk mobile data settings on Android and iOS
Straight Talk is a TracFone-owned prepaid carrier that provides service on AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks. The most common APN for Straight Talk is 'tfdata' which works for AT&T-based SIMs. Straight Talk offers unlimited plans with no annual contracts and nationwide coverage. If your phone is not connecting to data, manually entering the correct APN for your SIM type will fix internet and MMS issues.
Straight Talk APN Settings
Use these settings to configure your Straight Talk mobile data connection.
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| APN | tfdata |
| MCC | 310 |
| MNC | 410 |
| Authentication | None |
| APN Type | default,mms,supl,hipri |
| APN Protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
| Username | Not required |
| Password | Not required |
How to Configure Straight Talk 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 'Straight Talk' and APN to 'tfdata'
- 7 Enter MMSC as 'http://mms-tf.net'
- 8 Set MMS Proxy to 'mms3.tracfone.com' and MMS Port to '80'
- 9 Set APN Type to 'default,mms,supl,hipri'
- 10 Tap Save and select the new Straight Talk APN
How to Configure Straight Talk 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 'tfdata' in the APN field
- 6 Go back to save the settings
- 7 Restart your iPhone to apply changes
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions when configuring Straight Talk APN settings.
- No data on Straight Talk
- Straight Talk uses different APNs based on your network. For AT&T SIMs use 'tfdata'. For T-Mobile SIMs use 'fast.t-mobile.com'. For Verizon SIMs use 'TRACFONE.VZWENTP'. Check your SIM card type or text 'APN' to 611611 to receive the correct settings.
- MMS not working on Straight Talk
- Verify the MMSC is 'http://mms-tf.net' and MMS Proxy is 'mms3.tracfone.com' with port 80 for AT&T SIMs. Ensure mobile data is turned on because MMS requires a cellular data connection. Restart your device after updating the MMS settings.
- Straight Talk APN not saving correctly
- Enter the APN as 'tfdata' in lowercase. Make sure there are no spaces before or after the APN name. Leave the MCC and MNC at the default values your phone auto-detects. If settings still will not save, reset network settings and try entering the APN again.
Straight Talk APN Settings FAQ
What is the correct APN for Straight Talk?
The correct APN depends on your SIM type. For AT&T-based Straight Talk SIMs, use 'tfdata'. For T-Mobile-based SIMs, use 'fast.t-mobile.com'. For Verizon-based SIMs, use 'TRACFONE.VZWENTP'. The MMSC for AT&T SIMs is 'http://mms-tf.net' with proxy 'mms3.tracfone.com' on port 80.
How do I know which Straight Talk network I have?
You can determine your Straight Talk network by checking the SIM card packaging or the first digits of your SIM ICCID number. AT&T SIMs typically start with 890141, T-Mobile SIMs start with 890126, and Verizon SIMs start with 891148. You can also text 'APN' to 611611 to receive the correct settings for your SIM.
Can I use AT&T APN on Straight Talk?
No, you should not use AT&T's standard APN 'nxtgenphone' on a Straight Talk SIM even if your SIM uses the AT&T network. Straight Talk has its own dedicated APN 'tfdata' with its own MMS infrastructure. Using AT&T's APN may result in no data connectivity. Always use the Straight Talk specific settings.
Why is my Straight Talk data not working?
First identify which network your SIM uses and enter the corresponding APN. For AT&T SIMs, set APN to 'tfdata' with APN Protocol IPv4/IPv6. Toggle Airplane Mode on and off to refresh the connection. If data still does not work, reset network settings and re-enter the APN. Verify your Straight Talk plan is active and has remaining data.