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Sky Mobile MMS Settings UK 2026 MMS
Sky Mobile MMS settings control how your phone sends and receives picture messages. The MMSC address is http://mms.sky.com:8002 and MMS Proxy is 82.132.254.1 on port 8080. Most Android devices need these values entered manually; iPhones receive them via the carrier bundle automatically.
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As an MVNO on O2's network, Sky Mobile sends picture messages through the same infrastructure as O2 and other O2 MVNOs like giffgaff and Tesco Mobile.
Sky Mobile MMS Settings — Full Guide
The APN profile needs these values entered precisely — one incorrect character stops MMS dead.
| Field | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| APN | skydata | |
| MMSC | http://mms.sky.com:8002 | |
| MMS Proxy | 82.132.254.1 | |
| MMS Port | 8080 | |
| MCC | 234 | |
| MNC | 10 | |
| APN Type | default,supl,mms | |
| APN Protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
⚠ MMS requires an active mobile data connection. Picture messages cannot be sent over Wi-Fi only — mobile data must be enabled.
Android MMS Setup — Sky Mobile
Android's MMS settings sit within the APN (Access Point Names) area of mobile network settings, with menu paths varying across manufacturers.
Samsung (Galaxy devices)
- Open Settings › Connections › Mobile Networks › Access Point Names.
- Tap your existing Sky Mobile APN to edit it, or tap + to create a new one.
- Set APN: skydata.
- Enter MMSC: http://mms.sky.com:8002.
- Enter MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1 and MMS Port: 8080.
- Set APN Type: default,supl,mms.
- Tap ⋮ › Save, then select the profile by tapping the radio button next to it.
- Apply the changes by restarting the phone or toggling Aeroplane Mode.
Pixel and other Android devices
- Open Settings › Network & internet › Mobile network › Access point names.
- Tap the + icon to add a new APN, or tap your existing Sky Mobile APN to edit it.
- Enter the table's values exactly as shown, leaving any unlisted field blank.
- Tap the three-dot menu and select Save. Tap the radio button next to the APN to activate it.
- Restarting the phone applies the MMS configuration.
⚠ Important: After tapping Save on Android, the APN is not yet active. You must tap the radio button (empty circle) next to the APN to activate it. The circle must be filled for the profile to be in use.
Sky Mobile MMS on iPhone
iPhones receive MMS settings automatically via the Sky Mobile carrier bundle. You generally do not need to enter them manually. If picture messages are not working on iPhone, follow these steps:
- A carrier settings update, if available, shows as a prompt under Settings › General › About — tap to install.
- Go to Settings › Messages and confirm MMS Messaging is toggled ON.
- Toggle Aeroplane Mode on for 15–30 seconds, then off, to re-register on the Sky Mobile network.
- Restart the iPhone fully before testing a picture message.
- If it's still not working, Settings › General › Transfer or Reset iPhone › Reset › Reset Network Settings is the next step — expect saved Wi-Fi passwords to clear.
Note: On iPhones with iOS 16 or later, the APN field at Settings › Mobile Data › Mobile Data Network may be greyed out. This is normal — Sky Mobile controls it via the carrier bundle. Contact Sky Mobile to force a carrier profile update if needed.
Common Sky Mobile MMS Problems
| Problem | Most Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| MMS works on Wi-Fi but not mobile data | Data connection issue or APN not activated | Select the APN profile using the radio button; restart phone |
| Receiving blank/broken MMS | APN Type missing mms value | Edit APN and set Type to default,supl,mms |
| iPhone not receiving group texts | MMS Messaging toggle is off | Settings › Messages › enable MMS Messaging |
| Can't send picture messages | Mobile data is off or MMSC is wrong | Enable mobile data; verify MMSC is exactly http://mms.sky.com:8002 |
| Picture messages stuck as "Sending" | Wrong MMS Proxy or Port | Verify MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1 Port: 8080 |
Troubleshooting Sky Mobile MMS
- First, check for a data connection issue — MMS needs active mobile data beyond Wi-Fi.
- Check the MMSC field precisely: it should read http://mms.sky.com:8002 with nothing extra.
- Verify MMS Proxy and Port match 82.132.254.1 and 8080 — wrong values here are the single most common cause of failure.
- Make sure mms is in the APN Type, beyond just default and supl.
- On Android, tapping the radio button applies the APN; saving alone won't do it.
- Switch MMS on in the settings of whatever messaging app is in use.
- A restart follows once changes have been made.
- Should it still not work, reset network settings and begin again.
- Contact Sky Mobile on 03300 412 524 or live chat via My Sky app if you're still stuck.
Frequently Asked Questions — Sky Mobile MMS
What is the Sky Mobile MMSC address?
The Sky Mobile MMSC address is http://mms.sky.com:8002.MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1, Port: 8080. Enter these values exactly in your APN settings to enable picture messaging.
Why are Sky Mobile picture messages not working?
The most common causes are: mobile data is disabled, the MMSC is entered incorrectly, or the APN Type does not include
mms. Verify the values from the table above exactly. Also confirm the APN profile is selected (filled radio button on Android).What APN type should I use for Sky Mobile MMS?
Use APN Type: default,supl,mms. This combines internet data, SUPL (GPS), and MMS in a single APN entry. All three values are required for full functionality.
Does Sky Mobile MMS work on 5G?
Yes. MMS works on all Sky Mobile network connections — 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G — using the same MMSC settings. The connection type does not affect MMS sending or receiving.
Why is MMS greyed out on my iPhone with Sky Mobile?
On iPhones, the MMS APN is controlled by the carrier bundle — you cannot edit it manually. Go to Settings › General › About to check for a carrier settings update. If MMS is still not working, contact Sky Mobile support: 03300 412 524 or live chat via My Sky app.
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