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Did you know you can buy Bingwa Data minutes by simply sending a text message? If you prefer not to use the website or USSD, SMS ordering is a quick and convenient alternative.
This guide shows you exactly how to order minutes via SMS, what to include in your message, and how to complete the payment process.
Why Buy Minutes via SMS?
- Simple and quick: Just send a text message from your phone.
- No internet required: Works on any phone, even basic feature phones.
- Convenient: Order minutes anytime, anywhere.
- Instant processing: We respond immediately with payment instructions.
SMS Number for Orders
To order minutes via SMS, send your message to the following number:
SMS Format & Examples
Keep your SMS simple and clear. Here is the standard format:
Important: If you don't specify a phone number, we will deliver the minutes to the number you're sending the SMS from.
45 minutes– deliver to my number120 minutes to 0712345678– deliver to another number300 minutes for 0722334455– alternative format600 minutes– deliver to my number
Step-by-Step Process
Follow these steps to order minutes via SMS:
- Compose a new SMS: Open your phone's messaging app.
- Enter the recipient: Type 0743731749 as the destination number.
- Write your order: Type your bundle request (e.g., "45 minutes" or "120 minutes to 0712345678").
- Send the message: Press send.
- Wait for our reply: We will respond with a payment link or STK Push request.
- Complete payment: Follow the payment instructions sent to you.
- Receive minutes: Your minutes will be delivered instantly after payment confirmation.
Payment After SMS Order
After we receive your SMS order, here's how payment works:
- STK Push (Recommended): We'll send an M-PESA STK Push payment request to your phone. Simply enter your PIN to confirm.
- Manual Payment: We'll send you the Till number details via SMS. You can send payment to Till 509947.
- Confirmation: Once payment is confirmed, your minutes are delivered instantly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Send your order SMS to 0743731749. This is the Bingwa Data official WhatsApp and SMS number for orders.
Include your bundle request (e.g., '45 minutes') and your phone number where you want the minutes delivered.
Once you send the SMS, we'll send a payment link via SMS or WhatsApp. After payment confirmation, minutes are delivered instantly.
Yes, simply include the recipient's phone number in your SMS. Example: '45 minutes to 0712345678'.
No, SMS ordering works on any phone without internet. It's perfect when you don't have data or Wi-Fi.