Mobile - Glossary
Prepaid subscription
A mobile subscription topped up in advance with no monthly fee. You pay only for what you use.
A prepaid subscription is a mobile subscription where you top up the balance in advance and usage is charged per minute or per day. A prepaid subscription has no monthly fee and no commitment period - you pay only for what you use.
In Finland prepaid is an uncommon choice, because unlimited subscriptions are affordable (from 15 EUR/month). Prepaid is best suited to very low use (a backup or travel phone), to children whose use you want to limit, or to travellers.
A prepaid subscription can be obtained without a personal identity number, which makes it easy to get. The downside is usually a higher unit price compared with a monthly subscription - for an active user an unlimited subscription is almost always cheaper.
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Related concepts
Mobile subscription
A subscription contract for a mobile phone or device, covering calls, text messages and mobile data.
Unlimited subscription
A mobile subscription where calls, text messages and data are unlimited for a fixed monthly fee.
Phone number porting
Transferring your existing phone number to a new operator when switching subscriptions. The transfer is free.
Frequently asked questions
Who is a prepaid subscription right for?
Prepaid suits a backup or travel phone, a child's first subscription, travellers and very light users. For an active user an unlimited subscription is cheaper.
How do you top up a prepaid balance?
You can top up via the operator's app, online banking, top-up cards sold in shops, or automatic top-up.
Can a prepaid number be moved to a monthly subscription?
Yes. A prepaid number can be moved to a monthly subscription with the same or a different operator just like any other number.