Mobile Phone

Find practical guidance on mobile and internet services in China, including SIM cards, Wi-Fi setup, shared power banks, and phone number security.

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A guide to setting up mobile services

Learn how to get and use a SIM card in China, including buying a SIM card offline or online, choosing a mobile plan, topping up, and reporting a lost phone.

How to obtain Wi-Fi

Learn how to get Wi-Fi and home broadband in Shanghai, including choosing a provider, signing up for internet service, and relocating your connection when you move.

Power banks

Find out how shared power banks work in China and learn about 3C certification and airline rules for carrying power banks on flights.

How to prevent security risks when canceling or changing your phone number

Learn what to do before canceling a mobile phone number in China, including how to unbind accounts and protect personal information from recycled numbers.