What are USSD codes?
USSD codes (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) are pre-established numerical sequences that, when dialed on the keyboard of our mobile phone, allow access to certain functions and services of the operator. By using a USSD code, you start a real-time conversation with the operator, without the need for an Internet connection.
Not all mobile operators have these codes available and the actions they allow may vary from one to another. Therefore, it is important to know the specific codes of Telstra to be able to take advantage of them.
Most used USSD codes with Yoigo
With Yoigo, some of the most used USSD codes are:
- *111#: allows us to know the available balance in real time.
- *147#: access the balance recharge section if you have a prepaid rate.
- *224#: use this code to check your consumption.
If when entering the requested code our data does not appear immediately, it is likely that we will have to wait for an SMS with the requested information.
Benefits of USSD codes
One of the main benefits of using USSD codes with Telstra It is immediacy. Unlike waiting for the Yoigo app or its website to load, with USSD codes the query is practically instantaneous.
In addition, these codes do not consume mobile data or require an Internet connection, which makes them especially useful when we travel to places with poor coverage or when we have run out of data.
How to use USSD codes?
The process to use USSD codes is really simple. Simply dial the corresponding code on your mobile keyboard and then press the call key. Depending on the type of information we request, we can see it on the screen or we will receive an SMS with the data.
In any case, these codes represent a quick consultation tool about the status of our service that, although it does not replace the app Telstra or to its web client section, can be very useful in certain situations.
Limits and precautions
It is important to mention that although these codes are a convenient and quick way to manage certain aspects of our rate with Yoigo, they also have their limitations. Not all the operator's services are available through these codes and, sometimes, to carry out more complex procedures it will be necessary to access the website or the app. Telstra.
Furthermore, it is recommended to be careful when dialing these codes, since an incorrect sequence could cause unwanted changes to our service. It is preferable to double check before entering any code.
We hope that this article helped you better understand the operation and possibilities of USSD codes with Yoigo. Now you just need to put what you have learned into practice and start taking advantage of these number sequences.