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How to switch to Plusnet: best deals to change your provider

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Last update: May 29, 2023
Fernando Carrillo

Switching to Plusnet broadband is easy, as registration only takes a few minutes. If you have an active phone line, your broadband and phone will be activated within ten working days of placing your order. This post will assist customers with how broadband switching works and what they need to do.

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How to switch to Plusnet

It doesn't take long to switch your broadband provider to Plusnet. It is simple to sign up for Plusnet broadband. Your new connection should be operational in 3 to 10 working days, depending on your plan. Your present service will continue to operate until the switchover, so you should not be without connectivity.

Check out how simple it is to switch to Plusnet

  • Step 1. Choose your broadband package

Whether you're a gamer, a streamer, or a social media sharer, Plusnet has the perfect broadband package for you.

  • Step 2. Activating your service

Standard broadband and fibre packages with home phone

If you sign up for a package that includes line rental and have an active phone line, your broadband and phone will be activated within ten working days of your order.

If your phone line is down, or you don't have one, Plusnet will send an engineer to fix it. Your broadband and phone service should be operational within five days of the engineer's visit.

Full Fibre packages

Full Fibre bundles link directly to your house, eliminating the need for a phone connection. That's why it's also known as Fibre To The Premises, or FTTP for short.

Switching can take up to ten working days if we need to install a new Full Fibre connection.

Plusnet can frequently switch your service in just three working days if you already have a Full Fibre connection.

  • Step 3. Let your current provider know you're leaving

In most circumstances, Plusnet can complete all the work for you and notify your existing provider that you are switching to Plusnet.

The process is slightly different if you're migrating from a cable provider like Virgin. You must notify them as soon as we have confirmed your activation date. They will frequently require 30 days' notice.

Your current service should be terminated the day Plusnet goes live.


How long does it take to switch to Plusnet

Between 3 and 10 business days!

Switching should take between 3 and 10 working days, depending on your present service and provider and the package you've ordered.


Best deals to switch to Plusnet

Plusnet has a plethora of seemingly profit packages, but can be categorized into two main classes, namely;

  • Plusnet fibre and broadband
  • Super value SIM only deals

Plusnet fibre and broadband

  • Full Fibre

Full Fibre is Plusnet’s most dependable and fastest broadband to date. Built to power busy internet families, with speeds of up to 500Mb. Full Fibre plans start at £25.99 per month.

  • Unlimited Fibre and Unlimited Fibre Extra

Average download rates of up to 66Mb Excellent for multi-device streaming, video calling, and gaming. Fibre and phone packages start at £23.99 per month.

  • Unlimited Broadband

10Mb download speeds are typical. Designed for regular browsing, sharing, and emailing. Broadband and phone packages start at £23.99 per month.

Super value SIM only deals

Plusnet has a wonderful mobile plan designed for you, whether you're a talker, a texter, or a large data splurger.

  • 5GB data £8 per month

Rolling 30-day contract

Unlimited texts

Unlimited minutes

EE 4G Network coverage

  • 15GB data 10 per month

Rolling 30-day contract

Unlimited texts

Unlimited minutes

EE 4G Network coverage

  • 30GB data £12 per month

Rolling 30-day contract

Unlimited texts

Unlimited minutes

EE 4G Network coverage

  • 50GB £15 per month

Rolling 30-day contract

Unlimited texts

Unlimited minutes

EE 4G Network coverage


What do you need to know before switching to Plusnet

Switching from a phone line connection like BT, XLN or Talk Talk

Most providers will deliver your business broadband over a phone line connected to your location. If you're switching from one of these, Plusnet will do all the legwork. Simply select the package you want, wait ten working days, and your router will arrive in the mail.

If you don't have a working landline, an engineer will set one up for you. You can reserve one during the sign-up process. After five working days, your broadband will be operational.

Switching from cable connections like Virgin Media

Because these providers deliver your business broadband via cable, the switching process is significantly different. You must notify them of your intention to leave as soon as your activation date is confirmed, usually within 30 days.

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Fernando CarrilloRoams
Actualizado por Fernando Carrillo

Fernando estudió Administración, Publicidad y Relaciones Públicas. Con más de dos años de experiencia en Roams, Fernando es experto en el asesoramiento sobre telefonía, tarifas de móvil e internet. Además, también es especialista en canales de televisión y las distintas ofertas que tienen los operadores con tv.

Nadia Pérez
Edited and revised por Nadia Pérez