Stretch ₦500 with Airtel’s 500 MB weekly bundle—or triple your social scrolling with a 1.5 GB WhatsApp/FB/IG plan. See prices, cost per MB, USSD codes, and usage tips, plus one-click purchase on SmartSMSSolutions.

When you need a full week of connectivity without crossing the ₦1 000 mark, Airtel’s ₦500 bundles strike a balance between affordability and practical volume. As of the 2025 catalogue, you have two distinct options:

Price (₦)	Data Allowance	Cost per MB	Validity	Coverage Scope	USSD Code
500	500 MB	₦1.00	7 days	All apps & sites	*312*500#
500	1.5 GB	₦0.33	7 days	WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram only	*312*500*2# *

*USSD string may appear as “₦500 Social 1.5 GB (7 days)” in the My Airtel App.

Which ₦500 Plan Is “Best”?

Weekly 500 MB (All-Purpose) — *312*500#

• Pros: Works on every website and app; perfect if you browse the web, check email, and stream short clips.
• Cons: Highest cost-per-MB among weekly bundles; heavy users may run out mid-week.

Weekly Social 1.5 GB — *312*500*2#

• Pros: Triple the data at one-third the cost-per-MB; great for chat addicts and feed scrollers.
• Cons: No general browsing, YouTube, or software updates.

Best-Fit Scenarios

User Type	Recommended Plan	Why It Fits
Light all-round browsing	500 MB all-purpose	Enough for maps, email, and light streaming.
Social-media power scroller	1.5 GB social	Plenty of MBs for reels, stories, and voice notes.
Backup for home Wi-Fi outage	500 MB all-purpose	Works with any connected device.
Budget student on campus	1.5 GB social	Cheap way to keep WhatsApp and IG active all week.

Activation Steps

1. Dial the plan’s USSD code exactly as listed.
2. Select Buy Once (auto-renew is off by default).
3. Wait for the confirmation SMS—your 7-day timer starts immediately.

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Data-Saving Hacks

• Enable Data Saver in Chrome or social apps.
• Turn off auto-download of media in WhatsApp.
• Use Opera Mini or Chrome Lite Mode for general browsing.
• Lower YouTube quality to 480 p if you stream via the all-purpose plan.

Auto-Renewal

Neither ₦500 bundle auto-renews automatically. Re-dial the USSD or buy online when you exhaust the data or reach the 7-day limit.

Conclusion — Make ₦500 Go the Extra Mile

Whether you need a modest 500 MB for all-round browsing or a hefty 1.5 GB dedicated to social feeds, Airtel’s ₦500 bundles keep you connected for a full week without breaking the bank. Ready to top up? Buy instantly—securely—at SmartSMSSolutions and get credited in seconds:

https://app.smartsmssolutions.com/pages/airtime-data/products/airtel-data

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