APN (Access Point Name) settings allow your phone to connect to your carrier’s network for internet access, messaging, and mobile data. In more technical terms, APN settings are the network configuration parameters for your device to communicate with your provider’s cellular data network.
While most modern smartphones automatically configure APN details when you insert a SIM card or activate an eSIM, you might need to manually adjust them if you’re having connectivity problems or recently switched to Metro by T-Mobile and brought your own device. Without the correct APN settings, your phone won’t be able to access mobile data or browse the internet.
Below, you’ll find device-specific steps to check or update your Metro by T-Mobile APN settings.
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How to view and edit Metro by T-Mobile's APN settings on Android
Note: These instructions are based on a Pixel 6 running Android 15 or later. Steps may vary for your particular device or if you’re using an older version of the Android operating system.
Follow these steps to view or modify your APN settings on an Android device:
- Open Settings on your phone and tap Network and Internet or Connections.
- Select Mobile Networks or SIMs.
- If your phone shows SIMs, tap and select your SIM two times. Otherwise, skip down to the next step.
- Tap Access Point Names to view your current Metro by T-Mobile APN settings:
- To modify your APN settings, tap each field and enter Metro by T-Mobile's APN details:
- Restart your phone.
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Image: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut
Images: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut
Images: Max McCaskill | WhistleOut
Metro by T-Mobile APN settings
| APN name | Metro |
| APN | fast.metropcs.com |
| MMSC (MMS Center) | http://metropcs.mmsmvno.com/mms/wapenc |
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 310 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 260 |
| APN protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
| APN roaming protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
| Proxy | Leave blank |
| Port | Leave blank |
| Username | Leave blank |
| Password | Leave blank |
| Server | Leave blank |
| MMS proxy | Leave blank |
| MMS Port | 8080 |
| Authentication type | Leave blank |
| APN type | default,mms,supl,fota,xcap |
| MVNO type | Leave blank |
If your SIM setup is successful, you’ll see Metro’s name at the top of your screen. However, if these steps don’t work for manual changes to your phone’s APN settings, reach out to Metro’s customer service for further help.
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How to view and edit Metro by T-Mobile's APN settings on iPhone
Note: These instructions are based on the iPhone 13 running iOS version 18 and above. Steps may vary for your particular device, iOS version, or carrier restrictions.
Follow these steps to view or modify your APN settings on an iPhone:
- In your phone’s Settings, tap Cellular or Mobile Service.
- Depending on your iPhone, tap Cellular Data, Cellular Data Network, or Mobile Data Network to view your APN settings.
- If your APN settings aren’t already preinstalled, enter Metro by T-Mobile’s APN settings:
- Restart your phone.
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Metro by T-Mobile APN settings
| APN name | Metro |
| APN | fast.metrobyt-mobile.com |
| MMSC (MMS Center) | http://metropcs.mmsmvno.com/mms/wapenc |
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 310 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 260 |
| APN protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
| APN roaming protocol | IPv4/IPv6 |
| Proxy | Leave blank |
| Port | Leave blank |
| Username | Leave blank |
| Password | Leave blank |
| Server | Leave blank |
| MMS proxy | Leave blank |
| MMS Port | 8080 |
| Authentication type | Leave blank |
| APN type | default,mms,supl,fota,xcap |
| MVNO type | Leave blank |
If your SIM setup is successful, you’ll see Metro’s name at the top of your device’s home screen. However, if these steps don’t work for manual changes to your phone’s APN settings, contact Metro’s customer support for further help.
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When should you update your APN settings?
You should update your APN settings if you’re having trouble accessing the internet on your phone or have recently switched carriers and brought your unlocked phone with you. If you can’t access your mobile data after correctly activating your Metro by T-Mobile plan, you may need to change your APN settings.
While most smartphones set up APNs automatically, you may need to enter them manually if your data isn’t working despite having an active plan. However, before you start adjusting your phone’s technical settings, check out our data connection troubleshooting guide to make sure your mobile data is properly configured.
Many carriers, including Metro, require specific APN settings for their network to work correctly. Misconfigured APN settings can cause mobile data issues or extremely slow speeds. Always use the exact APN details provided by Metro, and restart your device after applying changes.
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