In this article, I will discuss Low Data Mode on iPhone and how to toggle it on and off as you like.
Just like most Androids that have data saver built in them and can be controlled from the notification panel or data usage window. iOS devices also have theirs.
Apparently, it wasn’t a feature on earlier iPhones and iPad, which makes it only available to devices running on iOS 13 and above.
If you don’t see the feature on your old iPhone, you should check your iOS version and upgrade it if your device is eligible for the upgrade.
Iphone 6 and later should be able to use this feature.
How to Turn off Low Data Mode on iPhone
You can easily turn off Low Data Mode on iPhone for both cellular data and Wi-Fi following these simple steps down here.
For Cellular Data:
- First, you have to go to your phone Settings and look for Cellular, and Tap.
- On the next page, tap on Cellular Data Options.
- Then tap the Low Data Mode toggle, so that it turns off – colour change to Grey from Green indicates success.
- If your device is Dual SIM, tapping on the SIM or number you want after tapping on Cellular Data Options.
For Wi-Fi:
- Go to Settings.
- Then look for Wi-Fi and tap.
- Look for the name of the Wi-Fi network you want to off Low Data Mode for and tap the Info sign, beside it.
- Tap the toggle, so it turns Grey or moves to the left.
How to Turn on or Enable Low Data Mode on iPhone
If alternatively, you don’t want to turn LDM off on your iPhone, you can also turn on the mode by following these steps.
For Cellular Data:
- First, you have to go to your phone Settings and look for Cellular, and Tap.
- On the next page, tap on Cellular Data Options.
- Turn on Low Data Mode by tapping the toggle, make sure that it’s Green in colour.
- If your device is Dual SIM, tapping on the number you want after tapping on Cellular Data Options.
For Wi-Fi:
- Go to Settings
- Then look for Wi-Fi and tap
- Look for the name of the Wi-Fi network on the iPhone you want to enable Low Data Mode for and tap the Info sign, beside it.
- Tap the toggle, so it turns Green or moves to the right.
What is Low Data Mode on iPhone ?
Below is an at a glance view of what Low Data Mode on iPhone is.
- It turns off Background Processes of Apps.
- It prevents Automatic Upgrades of applications and settings. It includes iOS updates.
- It meters Cellular and Wi-Fi Connection
- Suitable for faster browsing experience if you’re in a rural area.
- It prevents unnecessary Data Usage.
- It reduces quality of videos in video calls especially on FaceTime.
- HD graphics rendering is halted.
- Your phone will not be able to sync effectively, so you may get your email notifications late or never.
- Some important updates done on your social media on the web might also take longer period of time to load on the app.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
- Is Low Data Mode good?
Yes, it is good if you are on a budget. It significantly cuts your spending on data.
However, it will in turn limit and reduce the performance of your phone.
If you’re using it, it means you’re on a 3G network in a rural area or countryside, while low data mode turned off means you’re using a super fast Wi-Fi network or a 4G network in a city.
That should explain it.
Should LDM be on or off?
From my explanation on whether low data mode is good or not, if you prefer great performance, then your mode should be off.
Alternatively, your low data mode should be on if you choose data management.
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How do I know when the Low Data Mode has been turned off or on?
You will know it is disabled or off when the toggle button is grey. Contrarily, it’s green when the mode is on.
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Do all iPhones come with it?
It does not come with all iPhones. Your phone needs to run on iOS 13 or higher to have this feature on it. iPhone 6S and later models of iPhone should be eligible to have this feature.
So naturally, iPhone 11 pro max, iPhone 12, iPhone 11 all have the low data mode out-of-box.
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I can’t find it on my iPhone, what should I do?
If you can’t find the low data mode on your iPhone, drop the model of your phone and the iOS in the comment, I will check and give you a personalised solution on it.
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