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Use the right APN for Cricket Wireless — ndo is the current value
This guide covers the Cricket Wireless profile for the United States. Cricket operates as an MVNO on the AT&T network and uses ndo as its primary APN.
On most Cricket-compatible phones the APN is configured automatically. If your data works out of the box, you do not need to change anything.
Manual APN configuration is needed when using an unlocked phone, after a network reset, or when switching from another carrier without re-activating the Cricket SIM.
APN fields
Cricket Wireless APN starting point
| Field | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Name (Internet) | Cricket Wireless | This is only a label inside your phone. |
| APN | ndo | Primary APN for Cricket Wireless on the AT&T network. |
| APN type | default,supl,mms | Add ,dun if hotspot does not work. |
| Protocol | IPv4/IPv6 or device default | Keep the device default when unsure. |
| Username and password | Not set | Cricket Wireless does not require a username or password. |
| MCC | 310 | Standard US MCC. Keep the SIM default. |
| MNC | 150 | Cricket Wireless MNC on the AT&T network. |
| MMSC | http://mmsc.mobile.att.net | Cricket uses the AT&T MMS gateway. |
| MMS proxy | proxy.mobile.att.net:80 | Required for MMS on most devices. |
Cricket Wireless uses the AT&T network as an MVNO. On many phones the APN is set automatically. If the APN menu is greyed out, the carrier profile is active and no manual change is needed.
Setup
Setup steps for Android
- Open Settings, tap Network & Internet, then SIMs or Mobile Network.
- Select your Cricket Wireless SIM and tap Access Point Names.
- If the APN menu is greyed out, Cricket is managing the profile automatically — no changes needed.
- Tap the + icon to create a new APN, or edit the existing Cricket profile.
- Enter ndo as the APN value. Set the APN type to default,supl,mms.
- Leave all other fields at their default. Do not set a username or password.
- Save the profile, select it if your phone asks, then disable WiFi for the test.
- Toggle airplane mode for ten seconds and open a browser before testing apps or hotspot.
Setup
Setup steps for iPhone
- Open Settings, tap Cellular, then Cellular Data Network.
- If you have an eSIM, tap the Cricket line under Cellular Plans first.
- Enter ndo in the APN field for cellular data.
- Leave the username and password fields blank. Cricket does not use them.
- For MMS, enter http://mmsc.mobile.att.net in the MMSC field and proxy.mobile.att.net:80 in the MMS proxy field.
- Go back, disable WiFi, toggle airplane mode and test in Safari.
Guide
Full setup and troubleshooting notes
Before changing the APN
Cricket Wireless is an AT&T MVNO. On most phones compatible with Cricket, the APN is configured automatically through a carrier profile. If your data works out of the box, you do not need to change anything.
If you are using an unlocked phone, a phone bought from another carrier, or a device that does not receive Cricket carrier settings, you may need to set the APN manually.
APN value
Cricket Wireless uses ndo as its primary APN. This APN works across all Cricket plans including 4G LTE and 5G. If ndo does not work, some older Cricket SIMs may use broadband or att.mvno as a fallback.
eSIM setup
Cricket Wireless supports eSIM on compatible iPhones and Android devices. When you activate a Cricket eSIM, the carrier profile and APN are installed automatically. Manual APN editing is rarely needed with eSIM.
Hotspot configuration
Cricket Wireless includes mobile hotspot on most plans. The same ndo APN works for hotspot. If hotspot does not work, edit the APN type to include ,dun (so it reads default,supl,mms,dun) and save.
MMS configuration
Cricket uses the AT&T MMS gateway. Set the MMSC to http://mmsc.mobile.att.net and the MMS proxy to proxy.mobile.att.net:80.
Testing your connection
After saving the APN, disable WiFi, toggle airplane mode for ten seconds, and test in a browser. If data works but MMS does not, check the MMSC and MMS proxy values.
Before contacting support
Final checks if data does not work
- Confirm the APN is set to ndo.
- Set APN type to default,supl,mms and add ,dun if hotspot is the issue.
- On dual-SIM phones, confirm that the Cricket line is selected for mobile data.
- Check that your Cricket plan is active and not past the payment due date.
- Test outside or near a window to separate APN problems from weak signal.
- Toggle airplane mode for 10 seconds after every APN change before testing.
Questions
Cricket Wireless APN questions
What APN does Cricket Wireless use?
Cricket Wireless uses ndo as the primary APN for 4G LTE and 5G data. Older SIMs may also work with broadband or att.mvno.
Does Cricket Wireless require a username or password for APN?
No. Cricket Wireless does not require any username or password for mobile data, MMS, or hotspot.
What is the MMS setting for Cricket Wireless?
The MMSC is http://mmsc.mobile.att.net. The MMS proxy is proxy.mobile.att.net:80.
What APN does Cricket use for hotspot?
The same APN ndo works for hotspot. Add ,dun to the APN type if hotspot does not work.
Does Cricket Wireless work with eSIM?
Yes. Cricket supports eSIM on compatible devices. The APN is set automatically during eSIM activation.
Why can't I edit the APN on my Cricket phone?
Cricket sends a carrier profile to most compatible phones. When active, the APN menu is greyed out. This is normal.
Does Cricket Wireless 5G work with the same APN?
Yes. Cricket 5G uses the same APN ndo as 4G LTE. No separate 5G APN is needed.
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