To conserve data on Telus Internet

try these strategies:

1. Monitor Usage

• Telus My Account: Check your data usage on the Telus website or My Telus app to track consumption.

• Router Settings: Log in to your router's dashboard to see which devices use the most data.

2. Adjust Streaming & Download Settings

• Lower Video Quality: Streaming in 1080p or 4K uses a lot of data. Set Netflix, YouTube, and other services to 720p or lower.

• Disable Autoplay: Turn off video autoplay on social media and streaming platforms.

• Download Content: Instead of streaming, download movies or music while on Wi-Fi for offline use.

3. Optimize Device & App Settings

• Background Data Restriction: On mobile and computers, disable auto-updates and background data for apps that don’t need it.

• Limit Cloud Syncing: Services like Google Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive can sync large files—set them to manual sync or lower quality.

• Turn Off Smart Devices: Smart home devices (cameras, speakers, thermostats) may constantly use data—adjust settings to reduce usage.

4. Reduce Gaming & Large Downloads

• Limit Game Updates: Games like Call of Duty and Fortnite can have huge updates. Set updates to manual.

• Lower Online Gaming Quality: Adjust in-game settings to reduce bandwidth usage.

5. Use Data-Saving Features

• Web Browsing: Use data-saving browsers like Google Chrome’s Lite Mode or Opera’s Turbo Mode.

• Ad Blockers: Ads and auto-play videos consume data—use an ad blocker to reduce this.

6. Set Wi-Fi Limits & Schedules