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Level 1: Joiner

I want to cancel my contract but there is no clear method of doing so. Who do I need to speak to or how do I do it? 

Level 67: Unsung hero
Read the guide. The 4th paragraph says to text PAC to 65075!
Level 1: Joiner
Hi I've got 2 numbers so trying the online method, but just cannot see where to click. Somebody posted a link previously to the manage account section, but just getting an error message. Anyone talk my through it step by step of where I should be clicking? Thanks
Level 1: Joiner
It's ok have now found it, had to get sent a sms security code to access that part of the account.
Level 1: Joiner

I'm not sure if this is the right thread, but I'm struggling to get a response from anywhere else. I joined O2 at the end of March and ported my number from EE. Since making the transfer anyone who calls my number from an EE mobile can't connect and gets a "you have dialled an incorrect number" automated voice message. Any ideas? 

Level 94: Supreme

@DBAD13 

You may have a split port so you'll need to call customer service Guide: Coronavirus Community Help and Support 

The best number to get through seems to be
0800 587 4005

Level 1: Joiner

I have a multi line account. How do I get a PAC/STAC/Switching Info?

 

Unfortunately for some bizarre reason if you have more than one line on your account you cannot use the text service even though it should be blindingly obvious which number is making the request when you send the text or the text service could have asked which number the request relates to rather than just plain refusing the request

 

You can however still obtain a PAC/STAC/Switching info from your online account

 

Please advise where and how I can obtain the PAC code from online account .

 I Have tried various ways but been unsuccesful 

Many Thanks 

Level 94: Supreme

@Dhande0 

We know you need to contact O2 if you have more than one line on your account. As you say, it should be obvious which number you want to cancel but who are we to query the system? :yahoo:

Level 94: Supreme

@Dhande0 

The best number to get through seems to be
0800 587 4005

Level 1: Joiner
What if I want to cancel broadband?
Level 94: Supreme

@Spin 

Put the BB SIM in a phone. 

You have 100 texts a month on it free. 

Level 1: Joiner

Thanks @MI5 . Sorted thanks to your help !!

Level 94: Supreme

You're welcome @Dhande0 

Level 1: Joiner

Hi, I want to cancel my O2 refresh airtime contract and don't want to keep the number. I have a bill and it's due for payment on July 9th. I have paid for the device in full so is it just phoning or texting for a STAC code and transfer that to a payg Sim from another network? Or do I need to phone CS.

Level 94: Supreme

@Mbugsy18 

You don't need to contact CS at all . Text for your STAC and transfer to a PAYG sim as you said.

Level 1: Joiner

Thanks, so once I get my STAC is the airtime contract cancelled or when it actually transfers to the PAYG sim? Also as money hasn't been taken yet will it be taken on July which myO2 indicates will be the case?

Level 94: Supreme

It will close your account when you transfer to the PAYG sim. You will have one more payment as indicated in July @Mbugsy18 

Level 1: Joiner
I just want to cancel my airtime. As am on 02 refresh. Need to keep the phone contract going. What is the best way
Level 79: Lord of the Boards

Under the terms of O2 Refresh, that order cannot be done, @tim3  - you may be able to flex down your tariff to get the Airtime lower, but Refresh only allows you to settle the Device Plan early and *then* switch to a different Airtime or SIM only monthly plan. Bit of a balls, really. 

Level 94: Supreme

The phone is of no use without airtime @tim3 

Level 1: Joiner

I need some help closing my old EE account.

 

I think the problem is that I've already got an O2 account, new phone, new number for maybe a year now, but kept my old EE phone going.

 

I've obtained a STAC code for the EE phone and went to an O2 store, but after some unfamilarity and resolving to look on the O2 website they concluded I need to talk to EE.  I went to an EE store and they said I have to phone up.  I phoned up but where I now live the EE service is non-existent and after 10 minutes of waiting to get through the call failed (and I also don't want to risk another months charge anyway).

 

Even though I've already setup a contract with O2, can I still have someone process the STAC code to shutdown the account with EE?  For info, my contract with EE ran out 3+ years ago, so I am out of contract with them.

Level 94: Supreme

@Steve26 

You can just submit your STAC to O2 online.

https://www.o2.co.uk/help/phones-sims-and-devices/how-to-keep-your-mobile-number/online-form

or call O2 on 202 free from your O2 phone, on 0344 809 0202 from any other phone.

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@MI5 

 

All sorted, an O2 Live Chat dialog popped up (not the Aura thing), so I asked there.  I gave some details including the STAC and they did it all for me.  Job done :thumbsup:

Level 94: Supreme

Good news Smiley Happy

Level 1: Joiner

I am trying to cancel my O2 account. I have moved from the UK to Greece, where I have a pay-as-you-go Sim with a Greek provider.

I have texted STAC to the number given,as directed; but, possibly because my new provider is Greek, its not been processed.

I can't seem to make any progress on this route.

Can anyone suggest a way forward for me?

Is there someone I just can talk to about it?!

Many thanks.

Level 94: Supreme
Level 1: Joiner

Is it possible to suspend your account(data use) whilst abroad and only pay for the device on a pay montthly contract?

Level 94: Supreme

@Navs 

No sorry.

The only option you have is to pay off the device plan and switch to PAYG to save the airtime cost each month.

Level 1: Joiner
I've called o2 customer service around 10 x times today & asked for PAC Code please.

I've bought an brand new £1 SIM card with NO Credit and they told me to top up £10 just to send one ☝🏼 message to 65075 with the word PAC and then it says message not delivered. Because I have no balance in my mobile & same thing to WiFi

On the website says it free to send this message, but now they are saying it cost 35p. This is complete Nonsense. now I'm stuck with an good 😌 easy o2 mobile number that I can't move to giffgaff
Level 94: Supreme

@Mehroz 

Call again and remind them of their obligation to provide you with a PAC as directed by OFCOM.

Level 1: Joiner
Yes I've already have, I've Told them This already, but they are refusing to help me.
I'm only 11 years old. My parents are paying £10 on giffgaff. I've found an easy number from 02. And I just want an PAC code. That's all. How hard can it be ?
Level 94: Supreme
Level 1: Joiner
Hi. Thanks for your quick response
I've just emailed now to that company called ofcom about 02 not providing me PAC Code for my pay as you go number

Just one question is it an free service to send the message to 65075 saying the Word PAC ?

Even it's an brand new SIM card with no balance or credit in it.

Thanks once again.
Level 94: Supreme

@Mehroz 

Yes it should be completely free.

Level 1: Joiner
That's very strange
I've the brand new SIM card in my 2020 iPhone SE, connected to my home WiFi
And I've went to messages, Typed in 65075 and typed the word "PAC" after few seconds says message not delivered ❗️

My only chance is to go an 02 store 🏬 once the uk 🇬🇧 lockdown is open
I'm very frustrated and angry 😠 that I've spent £1 on SIM card and it won't allow me to send an FREE message to 65075

I'm sorry 😞 once again for any trouble 👿 may caused guys. Love ❤️ the help here
Level 94: Supreme

@Mehroz 

You can't send a text over WiFi so you need to top-up the SIM card to activate it first. Sorry, I thought you had done that already 

Guide How to Top Up (PAYG) 

Level 1: Joiner
No, I've not topped up any credit
Because I'm using this number to move onto giffgaff. But why does it say it's

Free to text 65075 from the 02 website
I've bought the SIM card from Asda & Paid £1. I'm only 11 years old and don't have money. My parents are paying for my £10 giffgaff goodybag. So it still free or do I have to top-up £10 just for one message ?
Level 1: Joiner
If this can't be done ✅, then I will have to go into an o2 mobile phone store 🏬 when it opens after lockdown or I will have to find another easy number from a different network maybe 🤔 like 👍🏼:
Vodafone, EE, LycaMobile, Lebara, Or Tesco. I'm So Upset 😭 With 02 Service
Just for over 15p they can't send me a PAC Code. When I've just spent £1 on the SIM
Level 94: Supreme

@Mehroz 

The SIM isn't active so no texts can be sent from it at all. Once activated, it is free to text that number.

Either way, you should be given the PAC when you call.

Level 1: Joiner

My contract ends next June but I would like to pay off my device plan, give 30 days notice of leaving O2 and change to another company in January. Will I incur any charges? Just a bit confused because looking at my device plan it says "Extra payments will reduce the monthly cost of your Device Plan, but won’t shorten the length of your contract." Can anyone clarify the situation?

Level 94: Supreme

@longitude 

Just pay off the device plan fully and you can walk away immediately without any notice period or extra charges.

The part you quote is relevant to small overpayments on the device plan but not fully paying it off.

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Many thanks.Smiley Tongueray:

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Welcome

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This above directions to get your pac code once out of contact at does now work! The text service replies with ‘we can’t underpants your request’
Spending the night waiting on o2 useless customer service now
Level 1: Joiner
*Not work!
Level 94: Supreme

Underpants :yahoo:

Love autocorrect Smiley Wink

Level 94: Supreme

Yes still laughing about that :rofl:

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Hi folks.  I'm averaging about £30 a month due to topping up my 2Gb  data allowance all the time.  I tried to negotiate a better deal but I'd still end up paying alot for not a great deal more data.

As my phone is paid off I want to move to a SIM only situation where I can pay maybe £10 for 15Gb.   I want to stay with 02. 

 

So..if I get a SIM, do I use the online form to keep my number and put in all the details and then have to speak to O2 to get my original contract cancelled?  Thanks for any advice..seems the way forward, to get a SIM only deal, right?

Level 94: Supreme

@Tafkap 

You just upgrade to a sim only deal in your MyO2.

No need for number transfers or cancellations as it's all automatic.

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Thanks MI5, I'll give that a go!