Some povo2.0 users may have noticed that their smartphone bills have gone down significantly since switching to povo2.0, and feel like they want to recommend it to the people around them. povo2.0 has a "Friend Referral Program" where if you introduce povo2.0 to a friend or family member, both the introducer and the person being introduced will receive nice benefits.
This time, we will introduce in detail the great benefits you can get through povo2.0 's "Friend Referral Program," as well as how to use it and things to be aware of.
povo2.0 's "Friend Referral Program" is a system in which if povo2.0 user introduces povo2.0 to a family member, friend, or partner, and that person then signs up for povo2.0, both the person who introduced and the person who was introduced will receive special benefits.
For more information about the povo friend referral program, please refer to this page.
Reference: povo Friend Referral Program | povo2.0
Now, let's take a closer look at the benefits you can receive through povo2.0 's friend referral program.
The bonus that can be received by those who introduce povo2.0 is "Data Bonus 3GB (30 days)," which is 3GB of data capacity valid for 30 days.
To use povo2.0 's "Friend Referral Program" as an introducer, first give your friend or family member the "referral code" that can be issued in the povo2.0 app. When that person enters the "referral code," subscribes to povo2.0, and activates their SIM card or eSIM, the introducer will automatically receive a "3GB data bonus (for 30 days)."
Additionally, you will receive a "Data Bonus of 3GB (for 30 days)" for each person you refer, and the maximum number of people you can refer is 10.
Also, from June 1st to June 30th, 2026, we are running a "Friend Referral Campaign" where you have a 90% chance of winning a 500 yen LAWSON shopping voucher up to 10 times. If you know any friends who are worried about lowering their smartphone bills, be sure to actively introduce povo2.0 to them.
The bonus you receive when you are introduced to povo2.0 is a 100GB data allowance valid for 3 days, called "Data Bonus 100GB (3 days)".
You will receive a "referral code" from a friend, sign up for povo2.0 using the "Friend Referral Program," and the SIM card or eSIM will be automatically activated.
Please note that this benefit will begin to expire as soon as you activate the SIM, so be sure to set up your communication settings as soon as possible. If the display does not update after activating povo2.0, try pulling down the app's home screen from top to bottom.
For the latest benefits and detailed instructions, please check here.
Reference: povo Friend Referral Program | povo2.0
In this way, povo2.0 's "Friend Referral Program" is a great benefit for both the person who introduces and the person who is referred. From here, we will take a look at how to use the "Friend Referral Program" in detail.
First, let's look at how people who are already using povo2.0 can refer their friends to povo2.0 using the "Friend Referral Program." Follow the steps below to send a "referral code" to the person you want to refer.
You can see that it's very easy to introduce povo2.0.
Next, we will explain how to join povo2.0 using the "Friend Referral Program." Simply enter the "referral code" when signing up to receive benefits.
Please note that the procedure for joining povo2.0 varies depending on whether you are signing up for a new contract, switching from another carrier or UQ mobile to povo2.0, or changing from au to povo2.0. Specific application methods for each situation can be found on the following page. (*1)
Reference: Usage Procedures (New Customers) | [Official] povo2.0
*1: As this is an online-only plan, all procedures and support will be handled online. Please contact us via the povo2.0 app or official website.
As you can see, the "Friend Referral Program" is a system that allows both the person who introduces and the person who is referred to receive great benefits in just a few easy steps. However, there are a few things you should be aware of before using it. Let's take a closer look.
The first thing to note is that you should check the cases in which the benefits do not apply. Specifically, the "Friend Referral Program" will not apply if the following applies:
In particular, please note that if the person who made the referral cancels povo2.0 before the person who was referred activates the SIM card or eSIM, the person will no longer be able to receive the benefits.
The second thing to note is that you need to update the povo2.0 app.
You can obtain and enter the referral code for the "Friend Referral Program" through the official povo2.0 app. Referral codes cannot be issued on the official website, so be sure to install the app beforehand. Also, be sure to update the app to the latest version before using it.
The third thing to note is that you need to check validity and order in which the data you receive as a bonus will be consumed.
In povo2.0, data bonuses received through the "Friend Referral Program" and data Topping purchased by the user will begin to be consumed at the following times:
| Content | When time begins to pass |
|---|---|
| After joining povo2.0 and activating the SIM, you will receive a "100GB data bonus (3 days)". | From activating your SIM card or eSIM |
| "Unlimited data Topping (24 hours) (*4)" purchased from the povo2.0 app. | After purchasing data Topping |
| "Data Bonus Rewards" obtained by entering a promo code. | After entering the promo code, the code with the shortest validity will be consumed first. |
| "Data Topping" purchased through the povo2.0 app. | After purchasing the data Topping validity. |
In particular, regarding the "100GB data bonus (3 days)" that everyone who is referred receives, it's important to note that the time limit starts counting down as soon as the SIM card is activated and the service is set up.
Please note that even if you enter a promo code for another benefit or purchase a data Topping while the data bonus benefit is active, validity will not be extended. For example, even if you purchase a "Data Bonus 100GB (3 days)" (*4) at the same time you receive the "Unlimited data Topping (24 hours)" as a sign-up bonus through the "Friend Referral Program," the 3-day validity will not be extended by 24 hours.
As such, the data validity date begins counting from the moment you enter the promo code or purchase the data Topping, so be sure to enter the promo code or purchase the data Topping after the currently applied benefit has ended.
*4：ネットワークの混雑時や動画・クラウドゲームなどの利用時に通信速度を制限する場合があります。
So far, we've introduced povo2.0 's "Friend Referral Program." It's a very simple process, and both the person who introduces and the person who is referred receive great benefits. Using this article as a reference, why not introduce povo2.0 to your friends and family and expand the circle of great smartphone deals?
