How to properly use the Internet VIP service from MTS?

Unlimited mobile Internet without restrictions on speed and traffic, which does not imply any hidden conditions, is currently not provided by any cellular operator. There are tariffs and options that include unlimited Internet only for smartphones. As for modems and routers, you should only count on night unlimited. MTS has such conditions available as part of the “Internet-VIP” option. The option provides the ability to use the Internet without restrictions on speed and traffic from 01:00 at night to 07:00 in the morning. The rest of the time a limited Internet traffic package is provided.

As part of this review, we will tell you what the MTS “Internet-VIP” option is, how to connect it and what its characteristic features are. When it comes to the service of cellular operators, you always need to be prepared for the presence of pitfalls. The operator presents its products exclusively on the positive side, and shortcomings emerge some time after payment for a particular service. We tried to make an extremely honest and detailed review of the “Internet-VIP” option from MTS so that you do not have any questions while using this service.

Traffic volumes and speed

The “Internet-VIP” option on MTS, after connecting to its main tariff plan, provides the subscriber with 30 GB of traffic for use during the day and unlimited night time. Night time means using the Internet from 00:00 to 07:00. The speed when using this option is not limited until the declared volume is exhausted and depends on the capabilities of your device and the quality of communication in the place where you use the Internet.

If 30 GB is not enough for you, then as part of the option, the subscriber is automatically provided with additional packages of 3 GB each, but no more than 15 times a month. The user can manage additional packages independently - by disabling or connecting them.

Additional packages are provided only when the main traffic quota limit of 30 GB is reached. After all additional packages are exhausted, Internet access is suspended, but when disconnected, the subscriber will be able to use the “Turbo Button” function.

Traffic Management

If you want to find out how much more data from the Internet is available to you in the current reporting month, use one of the following methods:

1. Enter *111*217# on the dialing screen. This is a standard command for obtaining information about the current account status. Balances will be indicated in a pop-up text message.
2. Create a new SMS message, the text of which consists only of the “?” character. Send it to number 5340. Within a couple of minutes, a message with the requested information will be sent to your device.
3. Use “My MTS” or “Personal Account”. Basic information about the account status is always indicated on the main page or screen after authorization.

To refuse the automatic debiting of funds to accrue an additional 3 GB of traffic, send a message with the number 1 to 1660. If in the future you decide to restore the automatic addition of traffic, send the number 2 to the same short number.

Connectivity

The “Internet-VIP” option can be activated on all tariffs from MTS, with the exception of such plans as “SMART mini”, “SMART”, “SMART+”, “SMART Nonstop”, “SMART Unlimited”, “iPad”, “SIM” , the entire line “Online”, “Cool”, “Caring”, “Mayak”, “1-2-3”, “Personnel X5”, “400 for 600” and “1000 for 1300” and all their variants.

This option does not work and is mutually exclusive with the following MTS options: “Internet Mini”, “Internet Maxi”, “Internet Unlimited”, “BIT”, “SuperBIT”, “MTS Tablet”, “Unlimited Start”, “Budget” Unlimited", "Unlimited Online", "Internet Lawlessness", "Internet Super", with packages "Connect-100", "Connect-250", "Connect-500", "Connect-1000", "Connect-3000" ", "Bonus Connect-200" and any of their variants.

If the “Internet-VIP” option is available, the “BIT Smart” and “SuperBIT Smart” options are not available for connection. If the “Internet VIP” and “Mini BIT” options are available, the conditions of the “Internet VIP” option apply.

Price

Separately, it is worth studying the issue of price. Subscription fee may vary in regions. It depends on a number of factors:

1. Pricing policy in the subject.
2. Income level.
3. Options from competitors.
4. Other company offers.

To explore the options in a specific region, visit the official website. Need to:

• Go to the portal.
• The system will automatically redirect you to the regional version.
• Open the section with Internet services.
• View options by package.

Option cost

The cost of connecting and using the “Internet-VIP” option does not depend on what tariff plan you have at the time. The difference in cost depends only on the subscriber’s home region.

Such MTS subscribers as subscribers in Moscow and the Moscow region will pay 1,200 rubles per month for the option, and subscribers in the regions will pay an average of 800 rubles per month. The regular fee for using the option is charged once a month on the date corresponding to the date of its activation by the subscriber.

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There is no difference in the cost of additional packages. Each additional package will cost the subscriber 350 rubles.

As part of this Internet option, MTS charges an additional fee for subscribers who are in roaming. And, although the option is valid throughout Russia, the subscriber will have to pay an additional 50 rubles daily (the cost depends on the region where the subscriber is connected).

The amount will be debited at the start of the first Internet session once a day. However, in how many regions the Internet will be used does not matter. The traffic volumes included in the option and additional packages do not change when using mobile Internet in roaming.

In the event that at the time the monthly payment is written off there are not enough funds on the balance to pay it off in full, then payment will be charged daily in the amount of 35 rubles per day for regional subscribers and 52 rubles per day for subscribers in Moscow and the Moscow region until there is enough money the account will not be sufficient to pay the full fixed monthly payment amount at one time.

Description of “Internet VIP” from MTS

When the “Internet VIP” option first appeared, it was absolutely unlimited. The client could use the Internet without any restrictions, and the subscription fee was the same as now. Unfortunately, today this option is in the tariff archive and you cannot connect to it. Today, MTS only provides unlimited service at night, that is, from one in the morning to seven in the morning. At other times, the Internet traffic is limited. The volume of the package differs depending on the region of Russia. So, for example, for residents of Moscow and Moscow Region, the traffic volume is 30 GB.

The option provides the following services:

• 30 Gb of traffic during the day,
• Full unlimited at night - from 01:00 to 07:00,
• Availability of the “Unified Internet” function, with which you can connect up to five devices to one package at a cost of 100 rubles. per month,
• When you activate the option, you will be given a discount on digital television in the amount of 50% of the full cost.

Thus, it turns out that unlimited is present, but only at night. Therefore, subscribers are interested in how it works at night, when traffic is not taken into account, because we often have to deal with deception or tricks on the part of cellular operators. Judging by the reviews of subscribers who tried “Internet-VIP” at night, it works quite quickly, speed differences rarely occur.

There are no restrictions on the use of torrent clients and when distributing the Internet via wireless networks. There is only one drawback, speed differences, but this is a very uncritical drawback. If you contact customer technical support and report this problem, employees will offer to leave a request to the technical department.

How to enable the option?

How to connect “Internet VIP” if you decide to use the maximum volumes of traffic provided by the operator?

• Dial the USSD command *111*166*1 on your phone, then make a call.
• Log in to the subscriber’s personal account on the MTS website at: https://login.mts.ru

Then go to the “Tariffs” section and – “Connect new services”.

• The connection can be made using the mobile version of the Personal Account in the “My MTS” application.
• Call the operator toll-free number 0890 or 8 800 250 0890 and activate the service with the help of a consultant.

How to connect “Internet VIP” and “Turbo button”

You can connect to Internet VIP using the USSD combination: * 111 * 166 * 1 #. This is the fastest and easiest way to connect.

If the daily traffic has been exhausted, then you should install an additional package with the Internet “Turbo Button”. This option will allow you to extend your Internet at high speed. There are 5 types of “Turbo buttons”:

Additional Internet will appear immediately after activating the command. It operates throughout Russia.

You can also activate the option using your Personal Account, the “My MTS” service, or by contacting company employees using the short number 0890 from MTS, as well as by calling the number from the numbers of any other mobile operators.

The unlimited option is currently only available for desktops and laptops. The operator also has a Smart Unlimited tariff for tablets and phone devices, although it can also be used on computers when distributed over Wi-Fi. Thus, by default, the tariff plan is intended for the modem and router. But Smart Unlimited has some limitations, for example, when using file-sharing networks, the speed decreases to very low levels. This suggests that the Internet VIP option is the best modem solution. If the conditions of this option suit you, then you can activate the service using the commands above.

How to disable the option?

How to disable “Internet VIP” from your tariff if you no longer want to use this option on your device?

• Dial the USSD command *111*166*2 on your phone, then make a call.
• Log in to the subscriber’s personal account on the MTS website at: https://login.mts.ru, then go to the “Tariffs” and “Connected Services” section.
• Options are also disabled through the mobile version of the Personal Account in the “My MTS” application in the “Connected Services” section.
• Call the operator toll-free number 0890 or 8 800 250 0890 and, with the help of a consultant, disable the service.

Who is this option suitable for?

The presented option is created for people who need a large amount of traffic. In 2021 it is in demand among clients. Why should you use the service?

• A lot of traffic is provided.
• Offers fast internet access.
• You can fully use all the functions of the Internet.
• Ensures reliable reception at various points.
• You can use the package for a modem or smartphone.
• Optimal conditions are offered.
• The package is profitable and suitable for many clients.

It is important to note that this is not a tariff. Internet VIP is just an additional service. It allows you to access the network and supplement the plan you are using.

Additionally

We have described in detail for MTS subscribers how to disable and how to connect maximum Internet and additional traffic packages to mobile devices. As part of this option, it is also possible to connect several devices to one Internet under the “Unified Internet” promotion.

Please note that you cannot use the “Internet-VIP” option for a modem from MTS - you will have to select an option from the operator’s “modem” offers.

A subscriber who connects the option to his MTS tariff receives a 50% discount on using the MTS TV service.

Additional complications and restrictions

For technical reasons, in some cases switching to night unlimited does not occur automatically. Therefore, the mobile operator advises you to independently interrupt and resume the session at the onset of the night period (after 00:00).

On the territory of the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, subscribers for whom it is not their home region receive a connection speed limit of 128 kbit/s when accessing the basic package. Internet access is not provided for additional packages here.

This service is not designed for use in modems, so errors appear when trying to connect to the network through them. If you need a profitable option for accessing the Internet via a modem, pay attention to the corresponding offers from the operator.

During one billing month, you can activate no more than 15 additional packages. After this, access to the network will be limited. To restore it, MTS recommends using options from the “Turbo Button” line.

How to share traffic

Do you want to use one Internet package on your smartphone, tablet and modem? Or do you want to share traffic between family and friends? The “Unified Internet” function will help you with this.

Mobile data can only be distributed to devices with MTS SIM cards that are located in the subject of the communication agreement.

The option allows you to create groups of subscribers who will be able to use your package. You can distribute the Internet to only 5 participants, including the initiator. The group creator can control the traffic consumption of each user by setting personal quotas.

You can create a group on the operator’s official website. Log in and go to your personal profile. In the appropriate section, indicate the telephone numbers of the users with whom you want to share data transfers. Next, each participant must confirm their consent to participate in the option using a free SMS or through the website.

The invitation is valid for 15 minutes. If you do not confirm participation within this time, you will need to resend it.

Only the group creator will pay for the shared traffic. In addition to the main payment, an additional amount is charged for the first participant - 100 rubles per month. Other subscribers join for free.

The option can be used while traveling around the country, and additional payment for roaming is charged only to the initiator of the group.

OK

Your personal account allows you to manage your account comfortably. You need to go to the operator’s website and go to the Personal Account tab. Next you need:

1. Enter your number and password.
2. After authorization, you will find yourself on the main page.
3. Open the services section.
4. In it, find Internet VIP.
5. Click the button to connect.

You can use the application. It is analogous to a personal account for a mobile phone. Required:

• Download program.
• Enter it.
• Go to the services tab.
• Find Internet VIP among the proposed options.
• Click on the button to activate.

Traffic consumption control

The operator offers three ways to monitor the number of remaining gigabytes:

1. Using USSD commands. There are two options to check. The standard one involves entering *107#, and then selecting a menu related to the Internet (third-party details, such as minutes and SMS, are checked in a similar way). If you don’t have time to delve into the operator’s sections and directory, an alternative is available - *111*217#. Information about the balance will appear immediately - without additional transitions.
2. Through your personal account. The browser version of your personal account offers you to connect tariffs, top up your account, search for the nearest branches and carefully monitor the spent and remaining traffic. And you have access to useful information immediately after authorization - just enter your mobile phone number, request an SMS with a one-time code, and a detailed client menu will immediately appear on the screen.
3. In the operator's mobile client. The “My MTS” service, developed specifically for mobile operating systems iOS and Android. Among the advantages is a predictable interface that immediately tells you about the amount of remaining traffic, the balance and available offers with a description of the details. Additionally, mobile software developers have provided a chat for communicating with support and special push notifications warning about new payments or the end of megabytes, minutes and free SMS. Connecting to the mobile client is easy - no registration is needed.

MTS Premium service: detailed description

How to get/connect/take part in MTS “Premium service”

Since the service is for “VIPs,” your desire alone is not enough to connect to the service; you need to meet certain criteria that MTS imposes on clients.

To be included in the MTS “Premium Service” program, the subscriber must “fulfill” or meet at least one of the following conditions:

• Spend at least RUB 1,000 per month on communication services for six months in a row. This is not only a subscription fee according to the tariff, but also various additional services and options.
• Buy a SIM card with the “Smart Top” or “Our Smart” tariffs in an MTS salon or online store and, for the first six months from the moment of connection, use the capabilities of the “MTS Premium” program after activating the tariff without additional charges. conditions. After six months of using the tariff, if average monthly expenses exceed RUB 1,000 per month, MTS Premium becomes available for another 6 months and so on.
• All subscribers of the “ULTRA” tariff are connected to “MTS Premium” by default and use it until they change the tariff.

If you have fulfilled at least one of the conditions listed above, then the “Premium Service” will connect to you automatically; you do not need to do anything additional to connect.

What do participants of the MTS “Premium Service” program receive?

• A separate number for contacting MTS support service 0605 , which can be reached much faster than the “regular” number 0890 .

Here I will add a “fly in the ointment”, like a subscriber who is a VIP quite often: the number is not separate, but dedicated. Calls on it are simply automatically placed ahead of the rest of the queue. This is good from the point of view of dialing speed, but bad from the point of view of the fact that if 0890 does not work at night (see my video about this below), then you cannot get through to 0605 from 22:00 to 8:00 in the morning. This is the attitude towards VIP clients from MTS. Service