Ways to save mobile data when using Zalo

How to use Zalo to consume the least amount of network capacity? If you use a limited Internet package or have an unstable network connection, the tips for using Zalo below will definitely be useful.

Zalo is a free messaging and calling application developed by VNG, widely used in Vietnam. The application allows users to send text messages, images, videos, documents, voice messages and make voice or video calls with stable quality. Besides communication features, Zalo also integrates many utilities such as creating chat groups, sharing logs, scanning QR codes, synchronizing contacts and transferring large files. Users can also use Zalo on both phones and computers, making work and personal communication more convenient. In addition, Zalo supports many online services through Zalo Official Account and Mini App, allowing users to access information from businesses, state agencies, schools and perform some administrative procedures right in the application. With a friendly interface, fast speed and diverse ecosystem, Zalo has become one of the popular communication platforms, effectively meeting the daily connection, learning and working needs of millions of users.

Like any application, using Zalo will definitely consume mobile data. This does not affect when using WiFi, but if you access Zalo using mobile data, it can consume a lot of unnecessary space. In this article, let’s find out Tips to help save mobile data and 4G capacity when using the Zalo applicationincluding turning off some unnecessary settings and features.

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Turn off autoplay of videos in chat

When receiving or sending videos in a Zalo chat, automatically playing the video even without touching the file can consume a lot of mobile data. So to stop unwanted video playing, people can disable this feature by visiting the tab Individual > click settings icon in the top right corner.

Then choose Message > continue clicking Automatically play videos. Finally, choose Play only when using Wi-Fi so that Zalo does not automatically play videos when using 4G, or No autoplay to disable this feature completely.

Turn off automatic playback of voice messages

Just like videos, autoplay applies to voice messages. While this makes listening to audio conversations faster, it also consumes mobile data unnecessarily. In addition, when in public places, accidentally playing a voice message through the speakerphone can cause inconvenience and discomfort, so people can turn off this feature with the following steps:

Open tab Individual in Zalo > click installation gear > select Message > turn off switch at Automatically play voice messages.

Turn off autoplay of videos on logs

Diaries on Zalo act as a social network, where users share videos, images, etc. When surfing the diary, these videos automatically run and will also waste data, so to save money, people can turn it off by accessing setting > select Diary > click Automatically play videos > select Play only when using Wi-Fi or No autoplay.

Turn off autoplay of music on diary

Not only does it allow posting videos, Zalo’s Diary also has the ability to share statuses with music. These music and songs also play automatically if the feature is activated, consuming data capacity. To turn off automatic music playback, users need to open it setting > select Diary > click Automatically play music > select Play only when using Wi-Fi or No autoplay.

Turn off application auto-launch

On Android devices, users can turn off automatic app launch to avoid consuming battery, mobile data and RAM, causing reduced performance. To disable auto launch, open Setting > Application > Application management > select app Zalo > turn off toggle switch at Auto launch in section Rights.