The free text that could save you hundreds on your bills

Experts at TotallyMoney are urging everyone with a mobile phone to text ‘INFO’ to 85075 ahead of potential price rises in April.

The text is free and it allows you to find out if you are out of contract and free to leave.

James McCaffrey, from TotallyMoney, explained: “With April just around the corner, there’s a lot of talk about mobile contract price hikes – and with mentions of inflation-linked rises, percentage increases, and new Ofcom rules, it all sounds more complicated than it should be. 

Why Martin Lewis wants everyone to know this phone number

“The simple way to find out if you can switch providers and start saving money is to text ‘INFO’ to 85075. Shortly after, you’ll receive a message from your provider to let you know if you’re still in contract, or if you’re free to leave. 

“Switching is easier than you might think, with the process usually completed within one working day. Shop around by going direct to providers and using comparison sites, and once you’ve found a better offer, sign up and your new provider will take care of things – including transferring your number. 

“Before you commit, check the network coverage in your area and where you work, and don’t forget to check roaming charges if you travel abroad. And remember, if you switch and you’re not happy, you’ll have at least two weeks to cancel without paying a penalty.” 

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has also previously encouraged viewers to text ‘INFO’ to 85075.

Mr Lewis also advised everyone to switch to cheap Sim-only deals, which can be found on price comparison websites, while finding a low-price network that uses the same signal as your current network.

02, EE, Vodafone and Three are the main signal providers, with cheaper mobile providers, such as Tesco and GiffGaff, using their signal.

If you text ‘PAC’ to 65075 you can get your PAC code and give that to your new network, requesting that your mobile number be moved across to your new company.

The Money Saving Expert added: “You send the text and you may well get a message back that says ‘we are very sorry to hear that you want to leave so here is your PAC code but, by the way, we can offer this deal if you are willing to stay’. I have heard it could be way less than half price.”