How many GB do you really need?

How many GB do you need per month to cover your data usage? Our guide will help you find the answer to this question.

The type of use is decisive

The question of the right amount of data cannot be answered in general terms, because we all use the mobile internet very differently. Data consumption therefore depends heavily on individual habits and needs. Our overview of typical user profiles gives you an indication of how many GB you should expect for which types of use.

Occasional users: 1-2 GB per month

Occasional users are people who use their smartphone mainly for basic tasks such as making calls, messaging and occasional browsing. They occasionally write messages via messengers like WhatsApp, check their emails and read short news or weather updates. Occasionally calling up maps for route planning or looking up information also falls under this usage profile. Typically, occasional users use their data for

Messenger and chat apps without a great deal of media such as photos or videos
Briefly looking up information in apps such as weather or news portals
Occasional navigation with Google Maps

Such applications only require a few MB per use, so 1-2 GB of monthly data is usually sufficient. Occasional users can often control and utilise their overall amount of data even more efficiently in data saving mode.

Moderate users: 3-5 GB per month

Moderate users use their smartphones not only for basic tasks, but also for social media, video calls and occasional music streaming. They post on Instagram, scroll through Facebook, watch short videos on YouTube and listen to music on Spotify. They also enjoy occasionally playing podcasts or shorter online videos. Typical apps and applications are:

Regular use of social media apps (e.g. Instagram, Facebook)
Music streaming services like Spotify in standard quality
Occasional video streaming in standard quality (SD)
Navigation via Google Maps or other map services if required

Do you recognise yourself in the description? Then you need about 3-5 GB per month. Depending on how intensively you use social networks, your data requirements may also be higher. Social networks and video streaming drive up your data consumption. If you don’t want to play content in lower quality or permanently activate low data mode, you should choose a slightly higher amount of data.

Intensive users: 10-20 GB per month

Intensive users are often on the move and use their smartphone almost like a computer. They regularly stream videos in HD quality, listen to high-quality music, use navigation apps for longer journeys and work with cloud services such as Google Drive. Streaming and cloud storage require a large amount of data; HD videos in particular can quickly consume several gigabytes. Typical apps and applications are:

Video streaming on platforms such as YouTube and Netflix in HD
Music streaming in high to very high quality
Frequent use of navigation apps and real-time traffic updates
Use of cloud services and downloads of documents and files

With this usage behaviour, 10-20 GB is realistic to cover the entire month. High video quality consumes more data than simple media usage. For intensive users, it may therefore make sense to use a mobile data flat rate or tariffs with a correspondingly generous amount of data.

Power users: 20 GB and more

Power users are users who use their smartphone or tablet almost exclusively for mobile purposes and also perform data-intensive tasks on it. These include working in the cloud, regular HD and 4K streaming, playing online games, and uploading and sending larger files. Power users often require unlimited data because their usage significantly exceeds the data consumption of other profiles. Typical apps and applications are:

Regular HD and 4K streaming on platforms such as Netflix and YouTube
Working in cloud services and large file uploads
High-quality video conferencing via services such as Zoom or Teams
Online gaming that requires constant data exchange

These users typically require 20GB or more, and many even opt for unlimited data options to fully cover their needs. High video or audio streaming quality is a major factor here. Even if you play online games or regularly work with cloud apps, you need stable connections and a sufficiently large amount of data.

At Ortel Mobile you are sure to find the prepaid tariff that suits you perfectly. And no matter which tariff you choose: You use the mobile internet in the high-speed Telefónica network. This way you can really enjoy all the benefits of your tariff.

Viewing data usage

Streaming services and map services such as Google Maps are among the applications that have a particularly strong impact on data consumption. Our overview gives you an idea of your data consumption resulting from Netflix, YouTube and similar.

Show data usage on iPhone: Go to "Settings > Cellular > Show iPhone Data Usage" on your iPhone. Here, you will find a detailed list of data usage for all apps.
View data usage on Android: Android users can find this information under "Settings > Network & Internet > Data Usage." Tap on "Mobile Data Usage" to see the data consumption of all your active apps.

How many GB are needed for what?

YouTube & Netflix data usage

How much data does YouTube use? The answer to the question depends largely on the playback quality you prefer. Netflix and YouTube data consumption for streaming is

in SD (480p): approx. 250 bis 300 MB per hour
in HD (720p): approx. 1,5 GB per hour
in Full HD (1080p): approx. 3 GB per hour

Spotify data usage

Compared to Netflix and similar, Spotify's data consumption is essentially relatively low. As with video streaming, your actual consumption depends on the quality you choose:

Standard quality (96 kbps): approx. 40 MB per hour
High quality (160 kbps):approx. 70 MB per hour
Very high quality (320 kbps): approx. 150 MB per hour

Spotify can easily use up several GB of data per month if you listen to music every day. So if you stream a lot of music on the go, it's worth adjusting the quality accordingly or choosing an Internet-Flat with a generous data volume.

Google Maps data usage

Map services like Google Maps require a relatively high amount of data, especially when you zoom into map views, search for locations in Google Maps, or use real-time traffic information. The data consumption of Google Maps is:

For standard navigation: about 120 MB per hour
When using real-time traffic data: up to 186 MB per hour, depending on the update frequency.

Bluetooth & Co. steigern den Datenverbrauch

Your mobile data usage can grow quickly if you don't know exactly which apps are particularly data-intensive or how to monitor your usage. Many apps consume data even when they are not actively used. In particular, services such as

GPS and
Bluetooth

are often active in the background and increase data consumption. Below, you will find a comprehensive list of tips that can help you utilise your available data economically. Even small adjustments to the settings can have a big impact. This is especially worthwhile if you often require a sufficiently large amount of mobile data.

Enabling and disabling low data mode

On current smartphones, you can enable (and of course disable) low data mode as needed. Low data mode blocks apps running in the background and limits automatic updates. Here's how:

Enable low data mode on an iPhone: On your iPhone, go to Settings > Mobile Service > Mobile Data Options > Low Data Mode. This reduces background data and keeps updates to a minimum.
Enable low data mode on an Android phone: On Android smartphones, you can find the function under “Settings > Network & Internet > Data warning & limit”.

If you activate the low data mode, you can save a lot of data in everyday life – this is especially helpful when your monthly data is running low. Tip: At Ortel Mobile you can top up your credit at any time and continue streaming and browsing to your heart's content. You always keep an eye on your costs, because Ortel Mobile is prepaid without a long-term contract or data automation. You decide whether and when you want to purchase more credit.

Videos für die Offline-Nutzung speichern

Streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube not only offer the option of streaming content in real time. You can also download content to the device over Wi-Fi and watch it later offline. This feature is ideal if you want to watch films, series or videos on the go without using up your mobile data. In the settings of the respective app you can

select the option “Save offline” or “Download”
determine the quality of your desired download

Reducing streaming quality

Videos and music in HD or higher quality consume significantly more data than standard quality content. Streaming apps therefore offer you the option to adjust the playback quality. You can

Reduce YouTube data usage: Reduce the video quality to 480p or 360p in the app settings or directly in the YouTube video player.
Reduce Spotify data usage: On Spotify you can set the streaming quality to “normal” or “low”.

Limit automatic app updates to Wi-Fi

App and system updates can quickly consume several hundred megabytes of data. Such updates often run in the background. If apps regularly use mobile data to update, your data allowance can be used up quickly. To prevent this, you should use your home internet for updates or connect to a Wi-Fi network if you want to update while on the go. To this end, you can

Set the update option to “Wi-Fi only” in the settings of the app store (Google Play or App Store). This way, apps will only update when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Set the option “Automatically download via Wi-Fi” on your phone. You can find the option in the “Settings” menu under “Software Update”.

Disabling downloads in messenger apps

WhatsApp, Telegram and other messaging apps often automatically download photos, videos and other media that are sent to you. This feature increases data consumption significantly. This is particularly noticeable in groups where a lot of media content is shared. You can change the settings of the respective app

Disable automatic media download and
Download media only when needed.

Use navigation services offline

Google Maps and other navigation apps are convenient, but they can also drain your data if used continuously. Google Maps gives you the option to download maps for specific regions and use them offline. These offline maps are ideal when you're traveling long distances by car or train and want to save data. The process for Apple iPhones is essentially the same as for smartphones with Android operating systems:

Open Google Maps on your phone
Search for a specific location
Tap the name or address of the place below
Tap the three-dot menu and tap “Download offline map”.

Limiting background data for apps

Many apps continuously update themselves in the background to sync content or download updates. This can significantly increase your data usage. Fortunately, on Android and iOS you can decide for yourself which apps can remain active in the background and which cannot.

Open the settings on your smartphone
Go to “Apps” or “Mobile Data”
View your data usage
For each app, specify whether it is allowed to use data in the background.

Tip: Particularly data-intensive apps such as social networks or streaming apps should only be allowed to access background data when your phone is logged into a Wi-Fi network.

Sharing photos and videos in lower quality

The quality of photos and videos that you send via messenger has a big impact on data consumption. If you frequently send high-resolution videos, you will place a heavy strain on your available data. Some apps offer options to reduce the quality of media before sending. Reduce the resolution before sending or use compression tools to make large files smaller without losing too much quality. This way, you can share media on the go without using up your data.

Favouring Wi-Fi hotspots

If you are often on the move, using public Wi-Fi hotspots can be a good way for you to save data. Many cafés, train stations and even public places now offer Wi-Fi hotspots that you can use to save your data. Tip: Whenever possible, always connect to an available Wi-Fi hotspot while on the go. This is particularly relevant if you want to use streaming or social media apps or other apps that consume a lot of data. However, make sure that your Wi-Fi connection is secure so that your data is safe from unauthorised access.

Regularly analyse and monitor usage

A regular analysis of your data usage can help you get a better feel for your data needs and optimise your usage in the long term. To this end, you can

Display data usage: Check your smartphone’s settings regularly to see how much power you’re using. Many smartphones offer detailed statistics per app under “Settings > Data usage” or “Mobile”. This allows you to see exactly which apps use the most data and make the necessary settings adjustments.
Use apps from mobile operators: Many providers offer their own apps to monitor data usage. These not only show you the current consumption, they often also send you a warning on your mobile phone when your available high-speed data is running low. As an Ortel Mobile customer, you can use the Ortel Mobile app to check your consumption.

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1) Standardtarif
Ortel Mobile GmbH, E-Plus-Strasse 1, 40472 Dusseldorf. Condition for use: purchase of a starter package (RRP €9.95). Standardtarif: Calls made within Germany: 9 cents/min.; calls made to international numbers from 1 cent/min. A one-off connection fee of max. 15 cents per call may also be charged (all prices can be found at https://www.ortelmobile.de/en.html). Text 15 cents. 49 cents/MB. 60/60 billing increment. Not valid for special numbers. Data speeds in Germany and the EU up to 25 Mbit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps.

2) Smart World S+
Smart World S+ (€12.49 per 28-day option term): 250 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 12 GB and in the EU up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

3) Smart World M+
Smart World M+ (€17.49 per 28-day option term): 300 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 20 GB and in the EU up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

4) Smart World L+
Smart World L+ (€22.49 per 28-day option term): 400 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 30 GB and in the EU up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

5) Ves Vostok+
Ves Vostok+ (€22.49 per 28-day option term): Up to 250 minutes from Germany to the EU , plus 100 minutes from Germany to all networks of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. Plus, a flat rate to all German networks, within other EU countries, as well as for calls from other EU countries to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Up to 20 GB within Germany and the EU Data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 64 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

6) Smart World X+
Smart World X+ (€27.49 per 28-day option term): 500 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 40 GB and in the EU up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

7) Smart World XL+
Smart World XL+ (€32.49 per 28-day option term): 1000 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 60 GB and in the EU up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

8) Smart World XXL +
Smart World XXL + (€44.99 per 28-day option term): Unlimited minutes from Germany to the EU, plus 1000 minutes from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. And on top of that, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Data speeds within Germany up to 100 GB and in the EU up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), thereafter up to 64 kbit/s for upload and download. The speeds indicated are the maximum speeds technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. Automatic renewal if sufficient credit is available and if the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

9) World Flat
World Flat (€24.99 per 28-day option period available for Standardtarif):
Unlimited minutes from Germany to the EU, plus all calls from Germany to all networks in Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and the US as well as to landline networks in Kazakhstan, Russia and Slovenia. The option also includes a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies for calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 billing increment. Not valid for special numbers. The standard conditions of your tariff will apply outside the included service. Up to 5 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 25 Mbit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically. If you have sufficient credit and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically. Renewal €19.99/28 days.

10) World 1000
World 1000 (€19.99 per 28-day option term): Up to 1000 minutes from Germany to the EU, plus calls from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. And on top of that, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply. Automatic renewal if sufficient credit is available and if the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

11) World 400
World 400 (€9.99 per 28-day option term): Up to 400 minutes to all Germany and EU networks, plus calls from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. And on top of that, a flat rate for calls within Germany to the Telefónica Germany network (e.g., from Ortel Mobile, E-Plus, o2, AY YILDIZ, blau). 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

12) Internet Flat S
Internet Flat S (€9.99 per 28-day option period): Up to 4 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 25 Mbit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

13) Best Europe
Best Europe (€0 per 28-day option) available at Ortel Mobile standard rate. The prices indicated apply from Germany, plus a one-off connection fee of 15 cents per call (all prices can be found at https://www.ortelmobile.de/en.html). 60/60 billing increment. Not valid for special numbers. This will be renewed automatically if you do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question. If the option is not registered, the prices according to the standard rate will apply (all prices can be found at https://www.ortelmobile.de/en.html).

14) On-Net Flat
On-Net Flat (€5 per 28-day option term): Flat rate to the Telefónica Germany network (e.g., from Ortel Mobile, E-Plus, o2, AY YILDIZ, blau). Does not apply to special numbers. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

15) Data-Ticket
Data-Ticket (€4.99 per 24-hour option period): Up to 10 GB within Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 MBit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The time period is not automatically extended. Once you have used up the included data volume, the data volume of any other currently registered option you may have is used. If you do not have any other registered option, cost protection is activated and data usage is blocked for the remaining period. Once 24 hours have elapsed or cost protection is deactivated within the period, you can use your data again and the usual conditions and standard rates apply.

16) Data-Ticket (20GB)
Data-Ticket (€7.49 per 24-hour option period): Up to 20 GB within Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 MBit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The time period is not automatically extended. Once you have used up the included data volume, the data volume of any other currently registered option you may have is used. If you do not have any other registered option, cost protection is activated and data usage is blocked for the remaining period. Once 24 hours have elapsed or cost protection is deactivated within the period, you can use your data again and the usual conditions and standard rates apply.

17) Kostenschutz
When you register for this option, cost protection for a registered ‘Data-Ticket’ option is deactivated free of charge. Once you have used up the included data volume, you can continue to use your data and the usual conditions of the Ortel Mobile standard rate apply.

18) 3-Monatspaket
3-Monatspaket (39,99€ per 90-day option period can be added to the standard rate): 1500 minutes within Germany and from Germany to the EU. 60/60 billing increment. Not valid for special numbers. The standard conditions of your tariff will apply outside the included service. Up to 40 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. Unused data expires at the end of the period. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

19) Smart Travel
Smart Travel (€ 14.99 per 7-day option term): Up to 100 minutes within Germany and from Germany to the EU. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Up to 8 GB within Germany and the EU. Data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 64 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds indicated are the maximum speeds technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. Automatic renewal if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

20) Neues Highspeed-Volumen
Neues Highspeed-Volumen (from €6 per registration, maximum of 28 days)
Registration possible only if one of the following options is active (the one-off price for New High-Speed Volume is shown in brackets): Internet Flat S (€6),Internet Flat M (€9), Internet Flat L (€15), Internet Flat XL (€25), Allnet Flat L (€15), Allnet Flat M (€9), Smart World S (€6), Smart World L (€9), Smart World XL (€15). The new highspeed volume resets the volume of data already used during the respective billing period. The same high-speed data volume for the activated flat rate can be used again during the current option period with a maximum speed of up to 25 Mbit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload) , hereafter changes to GPRS speed (max. 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading).The time period is not automatically extended. It is possible to register for new highspeed volume several times within the option period. However, the service is only valid for the remaining time of the current billing period (28 days).

21) Mehr Internet S
Mehr Internet S (€4.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 1 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

22) Mehr Internet M
Mehr Internet M (€9.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 5 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

23) Mehr Internet L
Mehr Internet L (€14.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 10 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

24) Mehr Internet XL
Mehr Internet XL (€19.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 15 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

25) Mehr Internet S+
Mehr Internet S+ (€4.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 2 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

26) Mehr Internet M+
Mehr Internet M+ (€9.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 5 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

27) Mehr Internet L+
Mehr Internet L+ (€14.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 10 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

28) Mehr Internet XL+
Mehr Internet XL+ (€19.99 per period of main option) is available for standard tariff main options with data unit. Up to an additional 15 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. No automatic renewal. It is possible to register for the “Mehr Internet” additional option several times. In each case, this will apply for the remainder of the current main option. Use of the “Mehr Internet” additional option will be prioritised. After that, the conditions of the current main option will apply.

29) Mehr Minuten 150
More Minutes 150 (€4.99 per term of the main option) can be booked in addition to the options in the standard tariff. Up to 150 additional minutes to all networks of Germany and the EU, plus calls from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers and value-added services. No automatic extension. The “More Minutes” add-on option can be booked several times and is valid for the remaining term of the booked main option. The service of the “More Minutes" add-on option is used up first. After that, the conditions of the booked main options shall apply.

30) Mehr Minuten 400
More Minutes 400 (€9.99 per term of the main option) can be booked in addition to the main options in the standard tariff. Up to 400 additional minutes to all networks of Germany and the EU, plus calls from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers and value-added services. No automatic extension. The “More Minutes” add-on option can be booked several times and is valid for the remaining term of the booked main option. The service of the “More Minutes" add-on option is used up first. After that, the conditions of the booked main options shall apply.

31) Ortel Mobile Datentarif
Ortel Mobile GmbH, E-Plus-Straße 1, 40472 Düsseldorf. Conditions of use: purchase of an internet for home starter package (RRP €69.99). The starter kit includes a SIM card and a stationary LTE router. Datentarif: 49 cents/MB. Data speeds within Germany up to 15 MBit/s (download) and 8.6 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 56 kbit/s for uploading and downloading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The Ortel Mobile data rate is only available in Germany (roaming and telephone calls are excluded). A power connection is necessary for the use of the device.

32) Internet für Zuhause
Internet für Zuhause (29,99€ per 28 day option period) can be added to the Ortel Mobile Datentarif: Up to 100 GB within Germany with speeds of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 56 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. Billing increment 100 KB steps. For technical reasons, roaming and telephony are excluded. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term. The option may not be commercialised, e.g. resold or offered commercially.

If the Internet für Zuhause option is booked, extended or reactivated during the promotion period up till 31.05.24, 20 GB per option term can be added free of charge in the MeinOrtel customer portal or in the Ortel Mobile App. The conditions and term of the respective Internet für Zuhause option booked apply to the additional data volume.

33) Mehr Internet
Mehr Internet (€14.99 per a maximum of 28-day option period) available for Internet für Zuhause option: Up to an additional 10 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 15 MBit/s (download) and 8.6 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 56 kbit/s for uploading and downloading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The time period is not automatically extended. It is possible to register for the more internet option several times within the option period. However, the internet for home use option is only valid for the remaining time of the current billing period (up to 28 days).

34) Ortel Mobile Internettarif
Ortel Mobile GmbH, E-Plus-Straße 1, 40472 Düsseldorf. Conditions of use: purchase of an starter package (RRP €5,00). Internettarif: 49 cents/MB. Data speeds within Germany up to 25 MBit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for uploading and downloading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The Ortel Mobile Internettarif is only available in Germany (roaming and telephone calls are excluded).

35) Internet Flat 50 GB
Internet Flat 50 GB (€79.99 per 28-day option period) available for Ortel Mobile Internettarif: Up to 50 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 25 MBit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for uploading and downloading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically. The option may not be commercialised e.g. resold or offered commercially.

36) Mehr Internet
Mehr Internet (€14.99 per a maximum of 28-day option period) available for Internet Flat 50 GB option: Up to an additional 10 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 25 MBit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The time period is not automatically extended. It is possible to register for the more internet option several times within the option period. However, the internet for home use option is only valid for the remaining time of the current billing period (up to 28 days).

37) Optionsvoucher 3GB
Optionsvoucher Mehr Internet 3GB (€9.99) redeemable for all options with data units at the standard Ortel Mobile rate. Up to an additional 3 GB in Germany with a speed of up to 25 MBit/s (download) and 10 MBit/s (upload). The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment in 100 KB steps. The time period is not automatically extended. The Optionsvoucher can be redeemed once. This applies only for the remainder of the current main option (up to 28 days). If there is no main option or if the main option is not compatible with this option, the voucher cannot be activated and the voucher value will be credited to the credit account.

38) SIM-Pack mit 10 Euro
*€7.50 starting credit upon activation + €2.50 additional credit for first top-up of at least €10 within five months after activation. Calls within Germany: 9 cents/min. plus a one-off connection fee of 9 cents per call; calls made to international numbers possible from 1 cent/min. plus a one-off connection fee of 15 cents per call (all prices can be found at www.ortelmobile.de). 60/60 billing increment. Each text message costs 15 cents. 49 cents/MB. All prices indicated include VAT.

39) SIM-Packs/Neukunden
Calls within Germany: 9 cents/min. plus a one-off connection fee of 9 cents per call; calls made to international numbers possible from 1 cent/min. plus a one-off connection fee of 15 cents per call (all prices can be found at www.ortelmobile.de). 60/60 billing increment. Each text message costs 15 cents. 49 cents/MB. All prices indicated include VAT.

40) Bonus für Rufnummernmitnahme
Bonus credit of €25 will be paid into the prepaid account only if the phone number is successfully transferred to Ortel Mobile. The bonus credit cannot be paid out. Most mobile providers will charge a fee to transfer your phone number.

41) LTE/4G
LTE technology can be used only in areas with LTE network coverage and only with the necessary hardware. The technology is used within a maximum speed range of 25 Mbit/s for downloads and 10Mbit/s for uploads.

42) Ukraine
Ukraine 300 (€9.99 per 28-day option term): Up to 300 minutes from Germany to all Ukrainian networks. Plus, a flat rate for calls to all German networks. This also applies to calls within the EU and from the EU to Germany. 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Up to 15 GB within Germany and the EU Data speed of up to 25 Mbit/s (download) and 10 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 64 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may deviate from this. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term. Ukraine 300 can only be booked by persons with a valid Ukrainian ID.

43) Internet S+
Internet S+ (€12.49 per 28-day option period): Up to 15 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

44) Internet M+
Internet M+ (€22.49 per 28-day option period): Up to 35 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

45) Internet L+
Internet L+ (€32.49 per 28-day option period): Up to 65 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

46) Smart World S
Smart World S (€9.99 per 28-day option term): Up to 200 minutes to all networks of Germany and the EU, plus calls from Germany to all networks of Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Pakistan, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA, Venezuela, as well as to the fixed networks of Kazakhstan, Russia. And on top of that, a flat rate for calls within Germany to Telefónica networks (e.g. Ortel Mobile, E-Plus, o2, AY YILDIZ, blau). 60/60 rate (minute-based billing). Does not apply to special numbers. Outside the inclusive offer, the usual conditions of your tariff apply.

Up to 8 GB in Germany and the EU with a data speed of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), at which point this changes to a maximum of 64 kbit/s for downloading and uploading. The stated speeds are the maximum technically possible speeds in each case. The average speed that is actually achieved may differ from this. If you have sufficient credit, and do not cancel the option by the end of the period in question, it will be renewed automatically.

47) 5G
The 5G technology can only be used in areas with appropriate network coverage and only with compatible hardware. The technology is used within the agreed maximum estimated speed of 50 Mbit/s for downloads and 25 Mbit/s for uploads.

48) Surf & Go
Surf & Go (€29.99 per 28 day option period) can be added to the Ortel Mobile Internettarif: Up to 100 GB within Germany and the EU with speeds of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 64 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment 100 KB steps. Telephony is technically excluded. The option is automatically renewed if sufficient credit is available and the option is not cancelled at the end of the respective term.

Starting with the first renewal of the "Surf & Go" option, a loyalty bonus of 30 GB for 28 days is granted. This bonus will be granted for each further renewal until the option is cancelled or deactivated.

49) Mehr Internet
Mehr Internet (€14.99 pro max. 28 Tage option period) can be booked in addition to the Surf & Go option: Up to an additional 10 GB within Germany with speeds of up to 50 Mbit/s (download) and 25 Mbit/s (upload), then up to 64 kbit/s in upload and download. The speeds stated are the maximum speed technically possible in each case. The average speed actually achieved may differ from this. Billing increment 100 KB steps. The term does not extend automatically. The Mehr Internet option can be booked several times within the option period but is only valid for the remaining duration of the current billing period (max. 28 days) of the Surf & Go option.

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