How To Share/transfer Data And Airtime from Cell C

Last Updated on June 30, 2025 by admin

Cell C, one of South Africa’s leading mobile network providers, offers its customers the flexibility to share both data and airtime with ease.

Whether you want to assist a friend in need or maximize your own usage, understanding how to share these valuable resources can enhance your mobile experience.

While Cell C offers various services for managing your data and airtime, transferring from one Cell C number to another is one service you need to understand to be able to use it.

This article will guide you through the various methods available for sharing Cell C data and airtime, outline the policies governing these practices, and provide tips for efficient management, ensuring that you make the most of what Cell C has to offer.

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Who can share cell c data and airtime

Only active Cell C Prepaid and Top Up customers can share data and airtime with other Cell C users. Both the sender and the recipient must be on the Cell C network and have active accounts—not suspended, blocked, or deactivated So, if you’re on Prepaid or Top Up and your friend is too, you’re good to go

How to share cell c data and airtime

To share data and airtime on Cell C, ensure your phone is connected to the network and that you have sufficient data or airtime available for sharing. Begin by dialing *147# on your mobile device to access the Cell C services menu. Once the menu appears, choose the ‘Data Bundles’ or airtime option, which will prompt a list of available services related to data and airtime management. From this list, select the ‘Share Data’ or airtime feature.

Here’s how you can share both data and airtime on Cell C:

How to Share Data on Cell C

You can share your data bundle with other Cell C users using any of these methods:

1. USSD Method

Dial *147#
Select 3 “Send Data & Airtime”
Select 1 “Send Data”
Enter the phone number of the person you wish to send the data to OR select from your list of beneficiaries.
Select the bundle you wish to send data from.
Enter the amount of data you wish to send.

2. Cell C App

Open the app and log in
Go to “Services” > “Share Data”
Enter the recipient’s number and the amount
Confirm the transaction

3. Online Self-Service

Visit Cell C’s Data Transfer page
Log in and follow the prompts to share data

Note: A small R0.50 admin fee may apply, and the recipient’s data is valid for 90 days.

Read: How to borrow Airtime and Data from Cell C

How to Share Airtime on Cell C

Sharing airtime on Cell C is a convenient way to help friends and family stay connected, especially when someone runs out unexpectedly. The process is straightforward and can be completed in just a few steps. First, ensure that you have enough airtime on your account to share.

You can check your airtime balance by dialing*147# and press send. then Select Option 2 to view your balance. Once you confirm your balance, you’re ready to share.

Cell C’s Airtime Share service lets you send airtime to other Cell C Prepaid or Top Up users:

1. USSD Method

Dial *147#
Select “Airtime Share”
Choose “Activate Airtime Share”
Enter the amount and recipient’s number
Confirm the transaction

Or use the direct string: *147*333*recipient number*amount#

2. Cell C App

Log in to the app
Go to “Services” > “Share Airtime”
Enter the recipient’s number and amount
Confirm the transfer

3. Online Portal

Log in at Cell C’s Airtime Share page
Navigate to “Emergency Airtime and Data” > “Airtime Share”
Follow the instructions

You can share between R5 and R1000 per day, up to R10,000 per month, with no fees for airtime sharing

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How to check cell c airtime balance

You can check your Cell C airtime balance in several quick and easy ways:

USSD Code

Dial *147# and press send.
Select Option 2 to view your balance.

Cell C App

Open the app and log in.
Your airtime balance will appear right on the dashboard.

SMS

Send the word bal to 14302.
You’ll receive a message with your current balance.

Online Portal

Visit Cell C’s official website and log in to your account.
Your balance will be displayed on your dashboard.

Each method is free and works instantly, so you can pick whichever suits you best

How to check cell c Data balance

You can check your Cell C data balance in a few quick ways—pick whichever suits your style:

USSD Code

Dial *101# and press send.
Your data and airtime balances will appear instantly on your screen.

Alternatively:

Dial *147#, select “My Account”, then choose “Check Balance”.

Cell C App

Open the app and log in.
Your data balance is displayed right on the dashboard under “Usage”.

Online Portal

Visit Cell C’s website and log in to your account.
Go to “My Account” > “My Usage” to view your data balance.

These methods are all free and work instantly, so you’ll never be caught off guard by a surprise data drop.

What is the Code for Cell C Data Rollover?

Cell C doesn’t use a specific USSD “code” to activate data rollover. Instead, data rollover happens automatically under certain conditions, or you can trigger it manually by purchasing a new bundle before your current one expires.

Here’s how it works:

If you’re on a 30-day, daily, or 365-day bundle, and you buy another bundle before the current one expires, your unused data will roll over and the new expiry date will apply to the combined balance.
For recurring bundles, any unused data is automatically rolled over as long as the recurring order remains active.
You can also extend your data’s validity by purchasing “Extenda” options for 1, 7, or 30 days before your bundle expires.

How to buy data and airtime from cell C

Here’s how you can buy data and airtime from Cell C using different methods:

Via USSD Code

Airtime: Dial *102*VoucherPIN# and press send.
Data: Dial *147#, select “Buy Data Bundles”, choose your preferred bundle, and confirm.

Using the Cell C App

Download the Cell C app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
Log in or register with your Cell C number.
Tap “Recharge” or “Buy Bundles”.
Choose Airtime or Data, select the amount or bundle, and confirm payment.

Online Self-Service Portal

Visit Cell C’s recharge page.
Log in or register your number.
Select Airtime or Data, enter the amount, and complete payment using your card or bank account.

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