To check data usage on AT&T, you have four verified methods: using the AT&T website, the myAT&T mobile app, dialing a star code, or contacting customer support. Start with the website for a full view of your talk, text, and data balances.
Method 1: Using the AT&T website
- Sign in to your AT&T account.
- Go to Usage.
- View current balance information for talk, text, and data.
- If you have linked accounts, select My wireless and then See all my usage.
This is the current usage view for wireless accounts, but usage may be delayed and may not reflect all usage since the last bill.
Method 2: Using the myAT&T mobile app
- Open the myAT&T app.
- Go to Usage.
- Review the current balance for talk, text, and data.
For linked accounts, choose My wireless and See all my usage. The steps are the same for iPhone and Android; there is no separate device-specific menu path.
Method 3: Dialing a star code
Dial the appropriate star code from your AT&T wireless phone like a normal call. The balance is sent by text message.
- For data and messaging balances in English, dial *3282# (*DATA#).
- For data and messaging balances in Spanish, dial *3286# (*DATO#).
Method 4: Contacting AT&T customer service
If other methods fail, you can contact AT&T support through their official website or app for help checking data usage. Call the AT&T customer service hotline at +1-800-331-0500 or use the online chat feature on the AT&T website for customer support.
How to check data usage on an AT&T prepaid plan
For AT&T Prepaid accounts, there are two verified methods. The easiest way is to dial *777# from your prepaid phone. You can also sign in online and navigate to Manage Prepaid account > Account History.
Frequently asked questions about AT&T data usage
How current is the data usage shown?
Usage can be delayed. Data may take 2 to 5 days to post, and some usage outside the U.S. can take up to 60 days.
Does AT&T show talk, text, and data together?
Yes. The current usage view includes talk, text, and data balances all in one place.
Is there a model-specific iPhone or Android method?
No. The documented steps are the same account and star-code methods for all AT&T wireless service. There is no separate menu path for a specific phone model.
How do I check usage on a prepaid plan?
Dial *777# from your AT&T Prepaid phone, or sign in online and go to Manage Prepaid account > Account History.
What happens if I exceed my data limit?
AT&T sends notifications when you approach your data limit. You can set up data usage alerts to receive notifications at a certain percentage of monthly data allocation. If you exceed your data limit, you may incur additional charges or can upgrade your plan.
For the wider topic, see checking data usage and balance.
