Spectrum Mobile APN Settings (2026): Easy Setup for 5G and MMS

"Activated my Spectrum Mobile SIM but data isn't loading. What APN should I be using?"

Spectrum Mobile is owned by Charter Communications and runs on Verizon's network. Most iPhones and Charter-issued phones auto-configure the APN, but BYOD Android phones occasionally need a manual entry, and Spectrum's APN format is slightly unusual.

Here is the verified setup, including both the primary vzwinternet APN that most lines use and the Charter-branded fallback for stubborn devices.

Spectrum Mobile Quick Facts

Spectrum Mobile is a Charter-owned MVNO running on Verizon's network. Coverage and bands match Verizon postpaid in nearly all markets.
The primary Android APN is vzwinternet. If that fails after a reboot, the fallback APN is CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP, which is the back-end identifier Spectrum uses with Verizon's wholesale infrastructure.
iPhones running iOS 15 or later usually auto-configure Spectrum Mobile settings through Apple's carrier-bundles system. Manual editing is rarely required.
5G is included on most current Spectrum Mobile plans. The same APN handles both 4G LTE and 5G traffic.

Reaching the APN Editor

Start with the primary vzwinternet APN. Spectrum Mobile lines provisioned in the last couple of years should accept it without issues. If data fails to come up after a reboot, fall back to the CHARTER APN.

Android

1.Open Settings
2.Tap Network & Internet or SIMs
3.Tap your Spectrum Mobile SIM, then Access Point Names
4.Tap the three-dot menu, then New APN
5.Enter the values from the Android list below, starting with the primary APN
6.Tap Save, then select the new APN to activate it
7.Restart the phone or toggle Airplane Mode for 20 seconds
8.If data still fails, repeat the steps with the fallback APN

iPhone and iPad

1.Open Settings
2.Tap Cellular or Mobile Data
3.Tap Cellular Data Network if available
4.Enter iPhone values from the list below (rarely needed; iOS auto-configures Spectrum Mobile)
5.If the menu is missing, run Reset Network Settings and let the carrier profile reinstall

Spectrum Mobile Android APN Values

Primary Spectrum Mobile APN for Android phones, tablets, and hotspots:

Name: Spectrum Mobile
APN: vzwinternet
Proxy: <Not set>
Port: <Not set>
Username: <Not set>
Password: <Not set>
Server: <Not set>
MMSC: http://mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms
MMS proxy: <Not set>
MMS port: 80
MCC: 311
MNC: 480
Authentication Type: None
APN Type: default,supl,mms
APN Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
APN Roaming Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
Bearer: Unspecified

Spectrum Mobile iPhone APN Values

iPhones running iOS 15 or later usually auto-configure these. If manual entry is required:

Cellular Data / Mobile Data (APN): vzwinternet
Username: <Not set>
Password: <Not set>
MMS:
- APN: vzwinternet
- MMSC: http://mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms
- MMS Proxy: <Not set>
- MMS Max Message Size: 1048576
- MMS UA Prof URL: http://www.apple.com/mms/uaprof.rdf
Personal Hotspot: APN = vzwinternet, Username and Password = <Not set>

Fallback APN for Spectrum Mobile

If vzwinternet does not bring data up after a reboot, replace the APN value with CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP. This is the Charter-specific back-end identifier Spectrum uses with Verizon's wholesale infrastructure. All other fields stay the same as the primary APN above.

Save the fallback as a separate APN entry rather than editing the first one. That way you can toggle between them while troubleshooting. The CHARTER APN tends to help on older Android phones, hotspots, and devices that did not ship with Spectrum's carrier profile.

The APN type string for the fallback works best as default,mms,supl. Keep that order; some Android versions are picky about the sequence.

Common Spectrum APN Issues

After saving an Android APN, reboot the phone. Spectrum Mobile sometimes does not switch to the new entry until the device re-registers with Verizon.
Confirm the primary APN is vzwinternet in lowercase. Capitalization breaks the entry.
If MMS works but data does not, double-check the APN type. The string default,supl,mms needs no spaces between items.
If both vzwinternet and CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP fail, the issue is usually account-level rather than APN-level. Contact Spectrum Mobile support to confirm activation status.
For iPhones, install any pending Carrier Settings update at Settings > General > About. The prompt appears for about 15 seconds if one is available.
If your phone moved from another Verizon-based carrier to Spectrum Mobile, run Reset Network Settings first. Old APN entries can override Spectrum's profile.
If your phone is carrier-locked from a non-Verizon network, you may need an unlock before Spectrum's profile installs properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spectrum Mobile on Verizon or AT&T?

Spectrum Mobile is on Verizon. Charter Communications, Spectrum's parent company, partnered with Verizon to offer mobile service on the Verizon network in 2018. There is no AT&T or T-Mobile component to Spectrum Mobile.

What does CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP stand for?

CHARTER is the parent brand, RSLR stands for Reseller (the wholesale arrangement Spectrum has with Verizon), and VZWENTP indicates Verizon enterprise/wholesale provisioning. It is the back-end APN identifier Spectrum uses with Verizon's infrastructure.

Do I need a different APN for 5G on Spectrum Mobile?

No. The same APN handles 4G LTE and 5G traffic. To get 5G specifically, enable 5G in your phone's network mode settings and confirm your plan includes 5G access (most current Spectrum Mobile plans do).

My iPhone APN editor is hidden. Why?

This is Verizon's standard behavior on iPhones. The carrier provisions the APN through a carrier profile and locks the editor to prevent users from breaking it. Spectrum Mobile inherits this lock. The fix for connectivity issues is a Reset Network Settings or a Carrier Settings update, not manual APN entry.

Can I use vzwinternet on iPhone and CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP on Android for the same line?

Yes. The APN value is per-device, not per-line. Use whatever works on each phone. Most lines work with vzwinternet on both platforms, but the Charter fallback exists for Android phones that need it.

Why is the MMSC URL pointing to mms.vtext.com?

That is Verizon's standard MMS server, used across Verizon postpaid, Visible, Spectrum Mobile, Total Wireless, and other Verizon-network brands. Spectrum did not build their own MMS infrastructure; they use Verizon's.

What does MMS Max Message Size 1048576 mean?

It is the MMS attachment size cap in bytes (exactly 1 MB). It is the standard limit across US Verizon-network carriers including Spectrum Mobile. Larger files should go through iMessage or Wi-Fi-based messaging instead.