The internet has become essential for everything from keeping in touch with family and friends to furthering our education and careers. But as the need for data grows, so does the expense, which can be a challenge for some people. Fortunately, telecommunications companies like Airtel often offer promotional offers and strategies to provide their customers with free data.
Want to get free data on Airtel? This article discusses five ways to help you get free data on Airtel using the Airtel Thanks app and codes.
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Send a message to 121
To claim free data on Airtel, Postpaid users can simply send a message with the code SURPRISE to 121. By following these steps, users can receive up to 60GB of data without any charges:
- Open your messaging app and compose a new message.
- In the recipient field, enter 121.
- Type the message SURPRISE.
You will get 60 GB of free data on Airtel.
Dial 5999555
Another way to receive 10GB of free data is by dialling the toll-free number 5999555 from your Airtel SIM. Upon dialling, the call will automatically disconnect, and the free data will be instantly credited to your SIM card.

Missed call on 51111
For prepaid users, simply give a missed call to 51111 to receive up to 10GB of free data within seconds. This acts as a coupon code and can be redeemed by dialling 51111.
Use Airtel WiFi
Use Airtel WIFI in public places such as shopping malls and food courts to automatically receive free data every month. This requires opting for an Airtel unlimited plan.
Get coupon code on prepaid recharge
Selected prepaid plans on Airtel offer an additional 6GB of data. To avail this offer, recharge with the Airtel Thanks App using plans priced at Rs. 219, Rs. 249, Rs. 279, Rs. 289, Rs. 298, Rs. 349, Rs. 398, or Rs. 448.
If you recharge with Rs 598 or Rs 698 using the Airtel thanks app, then you can get 6 free data coupons of 1 GB each.
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