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Virgin Media O2 MMS Settings UK 2026 MMS

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Virgin Media O2 MMS settings control how your phone sends and receives picture messages. The MMSC address is http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk: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.

📋 On this page

  1. Virgin Media O2 MMS Settings Table
  2. Android Setup
  3. iPhone Setup
  4. Common MMS Problems
  5. Troubleshooting Steps
  6. FAQs

As part of the O2 network, Virgin Media O2 uses the same MMS infrastructure as O2's other MVNOs, including giffgaff and Tesco Mobile.

Virgin Media O2 MMS Settings — Full Guide

Put these values into the APN profile precisely — a single error stops picture messaging working.

FieldValue
APNmobile.co.uk
MMSChttp://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002
MMS Proxy82.132.254.1
MMS Port8080
MCC234
MNC10
APN Typedefault,supl,mms
APN ProtocolIPv4/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 — Virgin Media O2

MMS on Android is set up through the APN section of mobile network settings, though the menu path isn't identical across manufacturers.

Samsung (Galaxy devices)

  1. Open Settings › Connections › Mobile Networks › Access Point Names.
  2. Tap your existing Virgin Media O2 APN to edit it, or tap + to create a new one.
  3. Set APN: mobile.co.uk.
  4. Enter MMSC: http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002.
  5. Enter MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1 and MMS Port: 8080.
  6. Set APN Type: default,supl,mms.
  7. Tap ⋮ › Save, then select the profile by tapping the radio button next to it.
  8. Apply the new settings via a restart or a quick Aeroplane Mode toggle.

Pixel and other Android devices

  1. Open Settings › Network & internet › Mobile network › Access point names.
  2. Tap the + icon to add a new APN, or tap your existing Virgin Media O2 APN to edit it.
  3. Put in all table values exactly, and leave any field not listed empty.
  4. Tap the three-dot menu and select Save. Tap the radio button next to the APN to activate it.
  5. Apply MMS settings with a phone restart.
⚠ 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.

Virgin Media O2 MMS on iPhone

iPhones receive MMS settings automatically via the Virgin Media O2 carrier bundle. You generally do not need to enter them manually. If picture messages are not working on iPhone, follow these steps:

  1. The carrier settings update prompt, when available, shows under Settings › General › About — tap Update.
  2. Go to Settings › Messages and confirm MMS Messaging is toggled ON.
  3. Toggle Aeroplane Mode on for 15–30 seconds, then off, to re-register on the Virgin Media O2 network.
  4. Give the iPhone a full restart, then confirm with a test picture message.
  5. If the issue persists, Settings › General › Transfer or Reset iPhone › Reset › Reset Network Settings is worth trying, though it clears saved Wi-Fi passwords.
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 — Virgin Media O2 controls it via the carrier bundle. Contact Virgin Media O2 to force a carrier profile update if needed.

Common Virgin Media O2 MMS Problems

ProblemMost Likely CauseFix
iPhone not receiving group textsMMS Messaging toggle is offSettings › Messages › enable MMS Messaging
MMS works on Wi-Fi but not mobile dataData connection issue or APN not activatedSelect the APN profile using the radio button; restart phone
Picture messages stuck as "Sending"Wrong MMS Proxy or PortVerify MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1 Port: 8080
Receiving blank/broken MMSAPN Type missing mms valueEdit APN and set Type to default,supl,mms
Can't send picture messagesMobile data is off or MMSC is wrongEnable mobile data; verify MMSC is exactly http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002

Troubleshooting Virgin Media O2 MMS

  1. First rule out a data connection problem — MMS needs active mobile data, not just Wi-Fi.
  2. Check the MMSC field carefully: it should read http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002 with nothing extra.
  3. Verify MMS Proxy and Port match 82.132.254.1 and 8080 — wrong values here are the single most common cause of failure.
  4. The APN Type should include mms, not only default and supl.
  5. The radio button is what applies the APN on Android — saving alone isn't enough.
  6. MMS needs enabling in the settings of your chosen messaging app.
  7. Changes made — now restart the phone.
  8. Still an issue? Reset network settings and start over.
  9. Contact Virgin Media O2 on 202 (free from an O2 or Virgin Media O2 phone) or 0344 809 0202 if you're still stuck.

Frequently Asked Questions — Virgin Media O2 MMS

What is the Virgin Media O2 MMSC address?
The Virgin Media O2 MMSC address is http://mmsc.mms.o2.co.uk:8002.MMS Proxy: 82.132.254.1, Port: 8080. Enter these values exactly in your APN settings to enable picture messaging.
Why are Virgin Media O2 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 Virgin Media O2 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 Virgin Media O2 MMS work on 5G?
Yes. MMS works on all Virgin Media O2 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 Virgin Media O2?
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 Virgin Media O2 support: 789 (free from Virgin Mobile) or 0345 600 0789.

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