Which EE APN profile gives fastest data speeds?
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| APN Name | everywhere |
| Username | eesecure |
| Password | secure |
| MMSC | http://mms.ee.co.uk:8080 |
| MMS Proxy | (leave blank) |
| MMS Port | (leave blank) |
| Authentication Type | PAP |
| APN Type | default,supl,mms |
APN — Access Point Name — is the string the phone uses to reach EE's network for data, MMS and hotspot. Get it wrong and the SIM can show connected while web pages and picture messages still fail.
Below are EE's recommended APN values for Android and iPhone — APN name, username, password, MMSC, MMS proxy and port. If the phone shows mobile data connected but no internet, the APN configuration is the first thing worth checking.
Comparing EE APN settings for different use cases
Modern Android keeps EE's APN list under Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network → Access Point Names (Connections on Samsung).
Samsung path: Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Access Point Names. Xiaomi and Redmi route via Settings → SIM cards & Mobile Networks → Access Point Names.
Troubleshooting checklist
Where EE's APN screen sits on Android, and which values go in which field
Optimising your EE APN for 4G and 5G
iOS 16 and later keeps this at Settings → Mobile Data → Mobile Data Network; if it's not there, EE is probably auto-configuring the APN already. Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset → Reset Network Settings restores EE's defaults if a reset is needed.
Heads up: newer iPhones on EE's carrier bundle sometimes show a greyed-out APN field — contact EE support to push a carrier settings update.
Troubleshooting checklist
iPhone's usual hiding spot for EE's APN settings, plus what the greyed-out fields mean
When to use EE internet APN vs MMS APN
Fill the APN screen with the EE values below, skip anything not listed, save, reboot, and choose the new profile afterwards.
Troubleshooting checklist
Android's APN screen for EE, and what each field needs
Troubleshooting EE APN issues (fast-internet setups)
EE APN entered but nothing loading? Work through these in order:
1. Aeroplane mode on for ten seconds, then off, to force reconnection and reload the APN.
2. Restart fully. This clears any short-lived fault and gets the new EE values properly applied.
3. Rebuild the profile. Remove the EE APN entry completely and re-type it — one wrong character in the name or MMSC field is enough to stop data working.
4. Wipe network settings entirely. Both platforms restore EE's defaults at the cost of saved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth pairings.
5. Check the EE account: SIM activation, account standing and data allowance are all verifiable via the hub or customer services.
Troubleshooting checklist
Follow the order as given, since later steps assume the earlier ones already happened
• The MMS Proxy field is an IP address only — no http:// prefix
• APN Type must contain mms (e.g.
default,supl,mms)• On Android, save then select the profile before testing
APN settings for MMS on EE (fast-internet setups)
EE's MMS runs through its own fields inside the APN profile — MMSC, MMS proxy and MMS port. If picture messages fail, check those first; some Android phones need a separate MMS APN entry from the main internet one.
MMS setup checklist
Copy EE's MMSC value exactly — it's http://, and https:// stops picture messaging outright
Frequently Asked Questions About Best EE APN Settings for Fast Internet
Will changing APN settings delete anything?
No — everything else on the phone is untouched. This just governs how it connects to EE for data and MMS, and it can always be reset back if needed.
Do I need to enter APN settings on an eSIM?
An EE eSIM profile usually brings correct APN settings automatically. If data still isn't working, entering the values manually via the steps above may be needed.
Why is my EE APN greyed out?
EE locks the APN field on certain devices and SIM types. Greyed out on Android? Check Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network for a reset-APNs option. On iPhone, a greyed field means EE's carrier bundle is controlling it — contact EE for an update.