No data on your phone — access important services and information for free
Zero Data gives you free access to important services and information. Participating government agencies pay for the mobile data, so cost is not a barrier.
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Use a participating mobile network
You can use Zero Data if your mobile device is connected to the Spark, Skinny, One NZ, 2degrees, Warehouse Mobile, Slingshot or Orcon mobile networks.
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Turn your device’s mobile data on
To access Zero Data without using up data or being charged, make sure:
- your mobile provider is on Zero Data’s list (step 1)
- you stay on websites available through Zero Data (step 3).
- you are not using WiFi with a data-limit.
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Find services and information on Zero Data
Search for websites — Zero Data
Use the Zero Data portal to find services and information from:
- government agencies
- schools
- not-for-profit organisations.
How Zero Data works
Learn how to tell when a website is being delivered through Zero Data and what happens when you leave it.
How to check you’re using Zero Data
You’ll know you’re using Zero Data when the website displays a message that says:
This page is delivered to you via Zero.govt.nz
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You will not be charged for mobile data if:
- your mobile device is connected to a participating mobile network
- you visited the website through Zero Data’s portal.
The government agencies that sponsor the websites cover the mobile data costs while you use them through Zero Data.
When you leave Zero Data to a non-sponsored website
You’ll know you’re leaving Zero Data when the website displays a message that says:
You’re about to leave Zero Data. This site isn’t part of the free Zero Data service. Continuing will use your mobile data and may incur charges from your provider
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Other options for free internet access
If you cannot use Zero Data, try these places for free internet access:
- libraries
- businesses that offer free Wi-Fi to their customers.
- schools or educational institutions
- marae.
Find your local library — Love your Library
Ngā Whatunga Iahiko a ngā Marae — Te Puni Kōkiri
I cannot afford an Internet service. What can I do? — Citizens Advice Bureau
Resources to promote Zero Data
Use these assets to promote Zero data at your organisation, school or workplace.
Support with Zero Data
If you have any problems accessing sponsored websites through Zero Data email support@zero.govt.nz.
Utility links and page information
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