15-03-2014 12:19 - last edited on 11-11-2024 15:21 by Dave-O2
I've started this as an easy to find index of member guides, help topics and info written by the community, for the community. I will have missed many in this first pass (no offence to anyone intended), so please add to them if you know of or find any others. Please also do not waffle on "off topic" in this thread. Let's keep it clean & tidy
It would be great if this thread could be made sticky at the top of this board for even easier access
When linking to a thread in response to a question, please credit the original poster in your reply.
Accidental MMS Sending and How to avoid it by MI5 - Here
A guide to O2 Refresh by lovemyphone - Here
A guide to personalising your phone by Marjo - Here
A mini guide to doing a Sim Swap on O2 by lovemyphone - Here
All you need to know about O2 Recycle by Chris_k - Here
All you need to know about Voicemail by MI5 - Here
App Guide - My O2 by gmarkj - Here
App Guide - My O2 PAYG by Daddydoink - Here
App Guide - My O2 - Bills section by MI5 - Here
App Guide - My O2 - Allowances by gmarkj - Here
App Guide - My O2 - Bolt-ons by Fellwalker - Here
Backing up your phone by MI5 - Here
Call merging and call conferencing by Martin-O2 - Here
Cancelling your contract - An updated guide by davethorp - Here
Cancelling your contract and leaving O2 [before July 1st 2019] by davethorp - Here
Conference Calling Hints and Tips - Avoiding Call Charges by pgn - Here
Connecting Android phone to data services by jonsie - Here
Connecting iPhone to data services by jonsie - Here
Coronavirus (Covid 19) Community Help and Support by MI5 - Here
Cruise Liners / Aircraft Charges by darrengf - Here
Guide - How do I find my own mobile number? by pgn - Here
Guide: How to Connect to WiFi Extra by Spenny - Here
Guide: Connecting your Samsung Smartwatch by MI5 - Here
Guide to O2 BARs by pgn - Here
Guide to resetting Samsung phones by MI5 - Here
Guide to premium rate text messages by adamtemp64 - Here
Guide to what to do in case of loss of service due to possible fraud by Rob76 - Here
How to Pay Your Bill (Contract) by Cleoriff - Here
How to Top Up (PAYG) by Cleoriff - Here
How do I get to the Download Bill screen? by gmarkj - Here
How to get your PAC code by MI5 - Here
How to BackUp your Samsung phone (A little old now but still some useful info within) by MI5 - Here
How to deal with SPAM/SCAM calls and texts by adamtemp64 and Cleoriff - Here
How to change your mobile number by SamsungFanBoy - Here
How to lengthen the time your phone rings by jonsie - Here
How-to guide: My O2 by pgn Here
How to help find & contact O2: A Guide by Marjo - Here
How to set up a SIM pin on O2 by jonsie - Here
International Roaming for Pay Monthly contract by darrengf - Here
International Roaming for Pay as You Go by darrengf - Here
Introducing O2 Switch Up. Swap phones whenever you want! by Chris_K - Here
iPhone 14 & Apple Watch - Megathread by Chris_K - Here
iPhone XS/XS Max/XR Dual Sim Guide by Davethorp - Here
Lost or Stolen Device? How to report it by MI5 - Here
Migration & porting into O2 by EmilieT - Here
Monthly Payments by jonsie - Here
My O2 Website Guide by PhoneChanger - Here
Network Issues? Self help thread by adamtemp64 - Here
NGTS (Next Generation Text Relay service) by MI5 - Here
O2 Guide to Charge to Mobile by Marjo - Here
O2 guide to premium SMS numbers by Martin-O2 - Here
O2 Open and Friends and Family Discount Schemes: A guide by MI5 - Here
Phishing, Smishing & Scams. Latest info & advice. by Chris_K - Here
Pay As You Go: Introducing "Rolling Plans" by Chris_K- Here
Resolving Indoor Coverage Issues by adamtemp64 - Here
Roaming MegaGuide by Chris_K - Here
Roaming in Turkey and Cyprus On PAYG by darrengf - Here
Signature, avatar and other forum profile customisation by Marjo - Here
SIM cards & SIM swapping by darrengf - Here
Spend caps on O2 by MI5 - Here
Text Message Tips (not sent or received) by jonsie - Here
Tips to avoid unexpected charges on your bill by Cleoriff - Here
Tips to make the most of your mobile data by Marjo (with community members) - Here
Understanding SOGA & Warranty by adamtemp64 - Here
Unlocking your phone by MI5 - Here
Upgrade a Windows Mobile 8.1 Phone to a Windows 10 Phone by Ian159 - Here
Upgrading your O2 Phone by lovemyphone - Here
USA - Roaming with O2 by Chris_K - Here
Volt Megaguide by Chris_K - Here
Welcome to O2! by Martin-O2 - Here
What code do I need: PAC or PUK? by Gmarkj - Here
What is 2G, 3G & 4G? by darrengf - Here
Where is my discount or extra data? by MI5 - Here
Your Allowances - what is and isn't included by MI5 - Here
Your guide to O2 Travel by lovemyphone - Here
O2 Age restriction: what it is and how to manage it? by MI5 - Here
A guide to personalising your phone by Marjo - Here
A guide to adding and removing O2 Extras by jonsie - Here
A Guide to Skype by Bambino - Here
iPhone 15 & Watch Series 9 Megathread + FAQ's by Chris_K - #iPhone15
A Guide to redeem a Gift With Purchase - by Dave_O2 Guide: Gift with Purchase
Apple Watch FAQs & Activation Guide - by Dave_O2 - #Activate Apple Watch Guide
*Credits to @MI5, @Anonymous, @gmarkj, @Daddydoink, @Fellwalker, @davethorp, @adamtemp64, @Cleoriff, @jonsie, @PhoneChanger, @Anonymous, @darrengf, @pgn
30-10-2018 14:00
30-10-2018 14:00
@welshsteve76 wrote:This list is awesome. Great job @MI5 (and anyone else who helped put it together)
Yes considering it was started nearly 5 years ago and has undergone a lot of changes over the years, it's my go to list which I open first thing on my PC.
Veritas Numquam Perit
30-10-2018 14:14
30-10-2018 14:14
@welshsteve76 wrote:This list is awesome. Great job @MI5 (and anyone else who helped put it together)
Thanks Steve, nice to be appreciated
03-12-2018 11:40
03-12-2018 11:40
Hey guys, I've just updated the link to @jonsie's How to lengthen ringtime on any O2 mobile guide, as it was updated over the weekend! It is now a proper guide in the How-To Guides section.
03-12-2018 11:46
03-12-2018 11:46
Good news @Martin-O2
On that subject, is there any news about the 'bug' which takes you to the first post and never the one which has just been posted?
It's beyond a joke now.
Some guides have 5-6 pages of comments and having to scroll through to the last one posted is so time consuming. Half the time I just feel like giving up!!
Veritas Numquam Perit
04-12-2018 09:42
04-12-2018 09:42
Hey @Cleoriff unfortunately no news on that one. It's still listed as a bug but we don't have an eta on a fix yet. We'll give you a shout as soon as there is any movement.
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04-12-2018 17:43
04-12-2018 17:43
It's not too bad if it's a single page but when the thread runs to a few pages it's really annoying. This is one of the reasons that i think the guides should be locked and questions asked on a new thread.
04-12-2018 17:50
04-12-2018 17:50
@jonsie wrote:It's not too bad if it's a single page but when the thread runs to a few pages it's really annoying. This is one of the reasons that i think the guides should be locked and questions asked on a new thread.
I seem to remember asking that about 2 years ago @jonsie
The answer then (under different management) was a resounding NO....
Veritas Numquam Perit
31-07-2020 19:55
FYI I've just added the phone personalisation guide to the list
31-07-2020 21:36
31-07-2020 21:36
13-01-2022 13:58 - edited 13-01-2022 14:03
13-01-2022 13:58 - edited 13-01-2022 14:03
Any chance this Guide could be reinstated, @Martin-O2 ? It lands me in the middle of nowhere when I click on the link on my mobile 😵
A guide how to share data on O2 by MI5 - Here
Ditto here:
App Guide - Priority Moments by wanty & MI5 - Here & Here
App Guide - O2 Matchday by MI5 - Here
App Guide - My Network by MI5 - Here
Thanks!