Understanding data usage
How much data common activities use, how to track your balance, and how to avoid running out.
Knowing roughly how much data activities use helps you pick the right plan and avoid surprises.
| Activity | Approx. data per hour |
|---|---|
| Maps / navigation | ~5 MB |
| Messaging & email | ~10 MB |
| Web & social browsing | ~150 MB |
| Music streaming | ~100 MB |
| Standard-definition video | ~700 MB |
| HD video | ~2–3 GB |
Stretch your data
Download maps and playlists on Wi-Fi before you go, and set video apps to a lower quality while traveling.
Check your remaining data
View live usage anytime in your account under your eSIMs. We recommend checking every day or two on longer trips.
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