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Worried you might be paying too much for your broadband and landline? Our comprehensive guides and postcode checker can help you compare providers and switch to a broadband deal that suits your needs.

Or perhaps you’re struggling with slow broadband or poor customer service from your provider? We’ve got detailed tips available to help improve your connection, as well as information on how to complain.

How to Switch Broadband Providers: A Step-by-Step Guide

Last reviewed: 30 September 2026 Switching broadband provider can be a straightforward way to find a better deal, improve your […]

Ofcom Automatic Compensation: what you need to know

Last reviewed: 28 September 2026 If your broadband or landline goes faulty, a missed engineer appointment, delayed repair or late […]

What is Sky Broadband Boost?

Last verified: 28 September 2026 Sky Broadband Boost is designed to help with the WiFi experience rather than the broadband […]

Social tariffs: how to get cheaper broadband on low income

Last reviewed: 25 September 2026 If you are on a low income or receiving certain benefits, you may be able […]

Can I get Broadband without a landline?

Last reviewed: 24 September 2026 You can get broadband without a traditional landline, and for many new connections, a separate […]

How to get broadband with no credit check

Last reviewed: 24 September 2026 Getting broadband without a credit check is possible, although your options depend on the provider, […]

Broadband contract price rises explained

Last reviewed: 24 September 2026 A broadband deal can look attractive when you first sign up, but the price you […]

How to cancel BT TV but keep BT broadband

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026 If you only want to drop BT TV and keep your broadband running, that is […]

How to install Virgin Media broadband

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026 Most new Virgin Media customers can now self-install using a QuickStart kit, without needing an […]

How to cancel BT broadband

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026 If you are past the point of wondering whether to leave BT and just need […]

How to cancel EE broadband

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026 EE broadband runs on the Openreach network, and cancelling it involves a few EE-specific figures […]

How to cancel Virgin Media Broadband

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026 Virgin Media runs on its own network, separate from the Openreach infrastructure most other providers […]

How to cancel Sky broadband

Last reviewed: 14 September 2026 Sky broadband and Sky TV can be billed together but run on entirely separate contracts, […]

How to cancel Vodafone broadband

Last reviewed: 14 September 2026 Whether you are switching provider, stopping broadband altogether, or just weighing up whether to stay, […]

How to cancel TalkTalk broadband

Last reviewed: 4 September 2026 Leaving a broadband provider should not be complicated, but it helps to know what to […]

Which is cheaper for mobile data abroad: Roaming or a Worldwide Data SIM?

As more and more workplaces allow employees to work from anywhere in the world, and as international travel has spiked […]

Student Broadband Deals

When it comes to student housing, fast and reliable Wi-Fi is a must. But student housing needs for broadband can […]

Broadband with No Upfront Cost

Finding a broadband deal with no upfront cost could help you save money. However, although these types of deals may […]

ADSL Broadband

Also known as ‘standard broadband’, an ADSL connection is delivered through copper telephone lines, with average download speeds of 8Mbps. […]

The best broadband deals in Northern Ireland

Like the rest of the country, having a reliable broadband connection has become an indispensable part of life for most […]

How Does Fibre Broadband Work?

As we become more and more reliant on the internet – from streaming the latest movies and TV shows to […]

What Is SoGEA Broadband: Everything You Need to Know

Single Order Generic Ethernet Access (SoGEA) broadband is a relatively new entrant in the UK broadband market. It’s designed to […]

How to cancel Plusnet broadband

What to do before you cancel Before cancelling your broadband service with any provider, you should first check your contract […]

What Broadband Speed You Need For Working From Home

As more and more people take on working from home either full or part-time, having a fast and reliable internet […]

What is Gigabit Broadband: Everything You Need to Know

At the beginning of 2023, the UK government announced that it had amended the Building Regulations 20210 so that all […]

What is M100 fibre broadband

Starting 1st November 2022, Virgin Media confirmed that both new and existing customers on its M100 fibre broadband package would […]

Shell Energy Broadband is Provided by Openreach

The UK broadband sector has a large number of Internet Service Providers (ISPs), all of which are vying for the […]

What is mobile broadband?

Mobile broadband is wireless access to the internet, through a mobile phone network via 3G, 4G, and 5G. The network […]

What is Fibre Broadband?

Not to be confused with full fibre, fibre broadband is the most widely available and accessible type of broadband in […]

How to cancel NOW broadband

If you are still in contract When taking out a broadband contract with NOW, your minimum term will be for […]

What is Ultrafast Broadband?

Ultrafast broadband is the fastest type of broadband available in the UK. But how does it compare to other types […]

What Is ‘Superfast’ Broadband & Is It Worth the Money

Superfast broadband is described by Ofcom as any broadband service that provides speeds of 30Mbps or higher. Covering more than […]

Find out when your broadband contract ends and how to switch

Until recently, it’s been dependent on you, the customer to know whether you’re in or out of contract. And because […]

How much data does streaming use?

On long commutes or journeys, the desire to take out your phone and stream some content to quell the boredom […]

Openreach Network

Unless your broadband service comes from a provider with its own network – such as Virgin Media – you’re likely to be […]

How to file a complaint about your broadband provider

Has your broadband slowed unexpectedly? Or maybe you’ve noticed your latest broadband bill is much higher than usual? Whatever the […]

What is a VPN and do I need one?

Until a few years ago, VPNs – short for ‘Virtual Private Networks’ – were mainly used by businesses so that […]

What is a wireless router?

In order to get online, you need to be able to connect to a broadband network. A wireless router is […]

Rural broadband guide

Those fortunate enough to live in the picturesque backdrop of the UK countryside would likely trade little for it. Except, […]

What broadband speed do I need for online gaming?

The UK video games market is worth £7.16bn. This valuation is thanks in part to everyday individuals and communities who […]

What is broadband latency?

When researching broadband packages, you’ll often see the word ‘latency’ mentioned. But what is latency, and how does it impact […]

What is unlimited broadband?

Although data-capped broadband was once the norm, it’s now virtually impossible to find a broadband deal that doesn’t offer unlimited […]

Broadband bundles – Are they worth it?

Many households across the UK already pay for and use broadband, phone, mobile and TV services. If you have broadband […]

What is Superfast broadband?

Covering more than 96% of the UK, Superfast or ‘Fibre to the Cabinet’ (FTTC) broadband, is the most common type […]

Mobile broadband: what is it and how do I use it?

It’s not an exaggeration to say that we spend a lot of time online, and that for some of that […]

Short-term and No Contract Broadband

A no contract or short-term broadband deal is one that is offered on a month-to-month basis. This means that while […]

What is satellite broadband and is it any good?

If you live in a rural area, it can be difficult to access the internet through a fixed-line connection. Fibre […]

What is a firewall?

The world of construction invented firewalls to prevent fire spreading from one area of a building to another. Similarly, the […]

How to find your IP address

There may be times where you need to know your IP address. Thankfully, regardless of the device and browser you’re […]

What is bandwidth and how much do I need?

When it comes to choosing a broadband deal, bandwidth is an important factor to consider. But what is it? And […]