The Ultimate Guide to Disabling Data Saver Mode on Android: Maximize Your Mobile Experience

Key Takeaways

Data Saver mode on Android saves mobile data by restricting background data usage. Disable it in Settings on your Samsung, Google Pixel, or OnePlus phone.

To enable specific apps to use data while Data Saver mode is on, you can include them in the exception list found in Settings.

Certain Android apps have their own Data Saver mode that can be turned off in the app's settings. If you're unable to locate it, you can search online for guides or assess whether Data Saver is required for your particular circumstances.

Data Saver mode on Android is designed to conserve your mobile internet data by restricting apps and services to only use background data when connected to Wi-Fi. However, if you have an unlimited data plan, you may not need to use Data Saver. To disable this feature, you can follow the specific steps provided below depending on the phone you are using:

- Samsung Galaxy:

- Google Pixel:

- OnePlus Android:

Turn Off Data Saver Mode on Samsung Phones

To disable Data Saver mode and allow your apps to use data even in the background, first launch Settings on your Samsung Galaxy phone.

In Settings, select Connections > Data Usage > Data Saver.

On the "Data Saver" page, disable the "Turn On Now" option. Your Data Saver mode is now deactivated.

To enable Data Saver mode for all apps except for specific ones, simply add those specific apps to the exception list under the "Data Saver" page. Tap on "Allowed to Use Data While Data Saver is On" to proceed.

On the following screen, next to the apps you want to allow data for, turn on the toggles.

Turn Off Data Saver Mode on Google Pixel Phones

To disable Data Saver mode on your Google Pixel phone, launch Settings, then go to Network and Internet > Data Saver. There, toggle off the "Use Data Saver" option.

To enable certain apps to access data while Data Saver mode is on, navigate to your phone's Settings > Network and Internet > Data Saver > Unrestricted Data.

Once there, toggle on the switches next to the apps for which you wish to permit data usage.

Turn Off Data Saver Mode on OnePlus Phones

OnePlus, like other manufacturers, offers the Data Saver feature in its Settings app.

To turn off this mode, access the Settings app on your phone. Next, go to Wi-Fi & Network, select SIM & Network, and then choose Data Saver.

On the "Data Saver" page, toggle off "Use Data Saver" to disable the mode.

To grant permission for certain apps to access your data while Data Saver is turned on, navigate to the "Data Saver" screen and select "Unrestricted Data." Proceed to enable the toggle switch for the desired apps, effectively adding them to the exemption list.

Turn Off Data Saver Mode in Android Apps

Certain Android applications provide an in-app feature called Data Saver mode, aimed at reducing data usage exclusively within the respective application. If you have activated this mode, you will need to manually deactivate it within your applications.

Typically, you can locate the option to disable this mode within the settings of the application itself.

For example, in Spotify for Android, you can turn off the Data Saver mode by heading into Settings and toggling off "Data Saver" or "Audio Quality," whichever option you see.

If you believe that the app you are currently using is limiting your data usage, a simple online search might lead you to helpful guides in case you are unable to locate the Data Saver option within the app's settings. Although Data Saver is generally well-received, it may not be necessary in your particular circumstances.