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Vodafone MMS Settings UK 2026 MMS
Vodafone MMS settings control how your phone sends and receives picture messages. The MMSC address is http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms and MMS Proxy is 212.183.137.012 on port 8799. Most Android devices need these values entered manually; iPhones receive them via the carrier bundle automatically.
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Vodafone's MMS infrastructure is also used by MVNOs VOXI, Talkmobile, Lebara and Utility Warehouse, since all run on Vodafone's network — only the APN name differs by brand.
Vodafone MMS Settings — Full Guide
Enter the APN profile values exactly as listed; a lone incorrect character can break MMS.
| Field | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| APN | wap.vodafone.co.uk | |
| MMSC | http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms | |
| MMS Proxy | 212.183.137.012 | |
| MMS Port | 8799 | |
| MCC | 234 | |
| MNC | 15 | |
| Username | wap | |
| Password | wap | |
| 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 — Vodafone
Configuring MMS on Android means the APN (Access Point Names) section of mobile network settings, with the path varying by manufacturer.
Samsung (Galaxy devices)
- Open Settings › Connections › Mobile Networks › Access Point Names.
- Tap your existing Vodafone APN to edit it, or tap + to create a new one.
- Set APN: wap.vodafone.co.uk.
- Enter MMSC: http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms.
- Enter MMS Proxy: 212.183.137.012 and MMS Port: 8799.
- Set APN Type: default,supl,mms.
- Tap ⋮ › Save, then select the profile by tapping the radio button next to it.
- The changes apply after a restart or a toggle of 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 Vodafone APN to edit it.
- Type each value from the table precisely, leaving unlisted fields untouched.
- Tap the three-dot menu and select Save. Tap the radio button next to the APN to activate it.
- Restarting applies the MMS settings just entered.
⚠ 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.
Vodafone MMS on iPhone
iPhones receive MMS settings automatically via the Vodafone carrier bundle. You generally do not need to enter them manually. If picture messages are not working on iPhone, follow these steps:
- Check for a carrier settings update at Settings › General › About; a prompt appears there when one's ready.
- 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 Vodafone network.
- A complete restart followed by a test picture message finishes the process.
- Continuing MMS problems call for Settings › General › Transfer or Reset iPhone › Reset › Reset Network Settings, which also removes 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 — Vodafone controls it via the carrier bundle. Contact Vodafone to force a carrier profile update if needed.
Common Vodafone MMS Problems
| Problem | Most Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Can't send picture messages | Mobile data is off or MMSC is wrong | Enable mobile data; verify MMSC is exactly http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms |
| Picture messages stuck as "Sending" | Wrong MMS Proxy or Port | Verify MMS Proxy: 212.183.137.012 Port: 8799 |
| Receiving blank/broken MMS | APN Type missing mms value | Edit APN and set Type to default,supl,mms |
| 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 |
| iPhone not receiving group texts | MMS Messaging toggle is off | Settings › Messages › enable MMS Messaging |
Troubleshooting Vodafone MMS
- Check mobile data is actively connected, since MMS can't send or receive over Wi-Fi alone.
- Check the MMSC address carefully: it must be exactly http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms.
- Verify the MMS Proxy and Port read 212.183.137.012 and 8799 — this is where most MMS faults come from.
- Check that APN Type has mms alongside default and supl.
- Tapping the radio button is what activates the APN on Android, beyond saving.
- Make sure the messaging app's MMS toggle is switched on.
- Restart the phone once changes are made.
- When all else fails, reset network settings and retype the table's values.
- Contact Vodafone on 191 (free from Vodafone) or 0808 004 0191 if that still doesn't resolve it.
Frequently Asked Questions — Vodafone MMS
What is the Vodafone MMSC address?
The Vodafone MMSC address is http://mms.vodafone.co.uk/servlets/mms.MMS Proxy: 212.183.137.012, Port: 8799. Enter these values exactly in your APN settings to enable picture messaging.
Why are Vodafone 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 Vodafone 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 Vodafone MMS work on 5G?
Yes. MMS works on all Vodafone 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 Vodafone?
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 Vodafone support: 191 (free from Vodafone) or 0808 004 0191.
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