What are Lycamobile APN settings?
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| APN Name | data.lycamobile.co.uk |
| Username | lmuk |
| Password | plus |
| MMSC | http://mms.lycamobile.co.uk |
| MMS Proxy | (leave blank) |
| MMS Port | (leave blank) |
| Authentication Type | PAP |
| APN Type | default,supl,mms |
APN, short for Access Point Name, is the configuration string your phone relies on to reach the Lycamobile mobile network for internet data, MMS picture messages and mobile hotspot. Without the correct Lycamobile APN settings, your SIM card may connect to the network but fail to load web pages or send picture messages.
This guide covers the recommended Lycamobile APN values for Android and iPhone, including the APN name, username, password, MMSC, MMS proxy and port fields. If your device is showing mobile data connected but no internet, checking the APN configuration is one of the first steps to take.
How to find APN settings on Android (Lyca Mobile APN Settings)
On recent Android versions, reach APN settings via Settings, Network & Internet (Connections on Samsung), Mobile Network, then Access Point Names.
Galaxy phones use Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks → Access Point Names; Xiaomi and Redmi differ, using Settings → SIM cards & Mobile Networks → Access Point Names.
Troubleshooting checklist
Finding APN settings on Android and completing each field
How to find APN settings on iPhone (Lyca Mobile APN Settings)
On iPhone with iOS 16 or later, go to Settings → Mobile Data → Mobile Data Network. If this option does not appear, your carrier may push APN settings automatically. You can also reset your network settings at Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset → Reset Network Settings, which will restore the default Lycamobile APN configuration.
Note: On newer iPhones using carrier bundles, the APN field may be greyed out. In this case, contact Lycamobile support to update your carrier settings profile.
Troubleshooting checklist
Finding the APN settings on iPhone, and what greyed-out fields mean
Recommended Lycamobile APN settings
Fill the APN screen with the values below, skipping anything not listed. Save, reboot, then activate the profile.
Troubleshooting checklist
Android's APN screen — where it is and what to fill in
Troubleshooting Lycamobile APN issues
If mobile data still does not work after entering the Lycamobile APN settings, try the following steps in order:
1. Toggle aeroplane mode. Turn aeroplane mode on for ten seconds, then turn it off. This forces your phone to reconnect to the Lycamobile network and re-register the APN profile.
2. Power the phone down and up again to flush glitches and activate the APN.
3. Wipe and re-enter the APN entirely, since a stray character in the name or MMSC often breaks data. Start fresh with all values.
4. Reset all network settings. On Android: Settings → General Management → Reset → Reset Network Settings. On iPhone: Settings → General → Reset → Reset Network Settings. This clears all saved Wi-Fi passwords, Bluetooth pairings and APN settings, then restores the Lycamobile defaults.
5. Check your Lycamobile account. Make sure your SIM is activated, your account is active and you have not exceeded your data allowance. Visit the Lycamobile APN hub or call Lycamobile customer services.
Troubleshooting checklist
Run through these from the top; most connection problems clear up early on
• 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 Lycamobile
Within the APN profile, MMS has its own MMSC, MMS proxy and MMS port fields — worth checking first if picture messages fail. Some Android phones need a dedicated MMS APN.
MMS setup checklist
Enter the MMS fields exactly — the MMSC uses http://, and https:// will break it
Frequently Asked Questions About Lyca Mobile APN Settings
Will changing APN settings delete anything?
Nothing else changes; the setting purely governs data and picture messaging, and can always be reset.
Do I need to enter APN settings on an eSIM?
In most cases, eSIM profiles include the correct APN settings automatically. However, if mobile data is not working on your Lycamobile eSIM, you may need to enter the APN values manually using the same steps above.
Why is my Lycamobile APN greyed out?
Some network operators lock the APN field on specific devices or SIM types. If the APN is greyed out on Android, try going to Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network and looking for an option to reset APNs. On iPhone, a greyed-out APN field means the carrier is controlling the setting via a carrier bundle — contact Lycamobile to request an APN update.