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What is zero-rated WhatsApp?
Zero-rated WhatsApp refers to the allocation of data for using the WhatsApp mobile application without it counting against your plan’s data allowance. This means you can send messages, images, and make voice calls on WhatsApp without using up the data plan.
Who is eligible for zero-rated WhatsApp?
Active ALIV prepaid and postpaid subscribers who purchase select plans or monthly subscriptions earned zero-rated WhatsApp data in addition to the plan’s set data allocation.
Do I need to own an ALIV phone to get zero-rated WhatsApp?
No; your device brand or model do not impact eligibility.
How do I activate zero-rated WhatsApp?
To activate zero-rated WhatsApp, you need to purchase an eligible plan or postpaid subscription through authorized channels such as the MyALIV app, bealiv.com, Kiosk, retail store or ALIV mobile van.
Which plans include zero-rated WhatsApp? How much zero-rated data do I get for WhatsApp?
Can I use zero-rated WhatsApp for voice and video calls?
Zero-rated WhatsApp can only be for the following WhatsApp voice calls, video calls, text messages, media (videos, images and audio). There may be restrictions on the amount of data allocated for these specific functions based on your plan.
Does zero-rated WhatsApp apply to media downloads?
Yes, you can use zero-rated WhatsApp data to download media such as images, videos, and voice notes. However, the amount of data allocated for media downloads may be limited based on your plan.
How do I know if I'm using zero-rated WhatsApp data?
Is zero-rated WhatsApp available for international messaging when I travel?
Zero-rated WhatsApp can only be used within The Bahamas on the ALIV network. To purchase or learn more about ALIV roaming data plans visit https://www.bealiv.com/roaming
What happens if I use 100% of my zero-rated WhatsApp data?
If you used 100% of your allocated zero-rated WhatsApp data, any additional WhatsApp usage will be deducted from your active plan’s data allowance.
Can I purchase additional data?
Data add-ons can be purchased in the MyALIV app or bealiv.com once a prepaid plan is active or the postpaid account is in good standing.
Will I receive zero-rated data with the purchase of a future plan?
Yes. Zero-rated data is available in select plans. Prior to purchase, check the plan’s description to see if the plan contains zero-rated data allocations