How Much Mobile Data Do I Need for a Trip?

Estimate travel data needs for maps, messaging and social.

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Light use

Maps, messaging and email may use under 1 GB per week, depending on habits.

Moderate

Social media and photo uploads can use several GB per week.

Heavy

Video streaming and hotspotting can use much more. Use Wi-Fi for those.

Tip

Check your own usage in Settings > Cellular at home to estimate.

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