how often to use payg sim

[daffydog]

Hi

I have a PAYG sim which was bought from eBay -this is for emergency use only, however, I know that it has to be used on occasions to keep the number active. I was under the impression, when the purchase was made, that it had to be used every 30 days but I have now seen others selling where they state usage every 90 days. Can anyone tell me which is correct? I see no point in using it if not necessary. 

Many thank in advance for any replies. 

[Northerner · Accepted solution]

Hi @daffydog 

Please read EE hibernation policy which explains what is needed;

https://community.ee.co.uk/t5/Pay-as-you-go/What-is-pay-as-you-go-and-flex-hibernation-and-how-do-I-...

https://ee.co.uk/help/mobile/manage-use/pay-as-you-go/pay-as-you-go-credit-run-out-when-i-havent-mad...

Thanks 

[daffydog]

@Northerner 

Thanks for the speedy reply. So it looks as if it has to be used every 60 days rather than the 30 days I thought. 

[Northerner]

Hi @daffydog 

Within 60 days and a chargeable call or text. 

Thanks 

[XRaySpeX]

@daffydog : In fact it could be much more than 60 days.

Within every 179 days you need to make a chargeable action like making a chargeable call or text, topping up or buying a Pack or Add-on, not just using your mins, texts or data from your pack.