Altnet Verified

Giant

Giant (est. 2019) is a UK altnet delivering full fibre broadband, offering an alternative to the traditional Openreach network.

Not yet verified on Trustpilot We add a score once we have confirmed a live Trustpilot profile and a rating on file.

About Giant

This profile is built from our broadband market dataset and the sources linked on this page. We do not repeat unchecked marketing claims; numbers and dates match fields on file or linked evidence.

Giant (est. 2019) is a UK altnet delivering full fibre broadband, offering an alternative to the traditional Openreach network.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

Giant (Giant Communications, trading Giant Connect) is a Liverpool-based UK alternative network operator delivering full-fibre (FTTP) gigabit broadband to homes and businesses across Liverpool and the Merseyside city region, positioning itself as a disruptor altnet in the North West with a focus on gigabit speeds and customer experience. Registered as Giant Communications Ltd (Companies House 13604881) at 54 St James Street, Liverpool L1 0AB and trading from 2021, the operator is classified as an altnet and sources both own-build and partner FTTP infrastructure to serve city-centre and suburban Liverpool premises. Giant has been recognised in the Sunday Times (as a Liverpool altnet making progress in the North West market) and is building a reputation as a regional challenger combining modern fibre technology with transparent consumer pricing. The operator is Ofcom-registered under the General Conditions of Entitlement and subscribes to the Communications Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme for customer complaints. Trustpilot records 4.4 out of 5 from 400+ reviews (as of April 2026). Contact is 0330 058 8811 or info@giantconnect.com, with the primary website at giantconnect.com.

Key details

Year founded2021
ADR schemeCommunications Ombudsman
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Giant Communications Ltd Companies House 13604881 →

Check availability in your area

This provider is not yet in our postcode comparison tool. Visit giantconnect.com to check availability directly.

Recognition

  • Disruptor altnet
  • Sunday Times mention

Technologies on file

These labels come from our directory data for this provider. Short explanations below describe the technology terms in general; they are not a statement about availability at your address.

  • FTTP Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.
  • Gigabit

Coverage

UK - Liverpool

Giant is not yet in our postcode comparison tool. Check availability on their website, or see which providers we can compare at your postcode.

If something goes wrong

Here is where Giant sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Giant must follow.
Complaints
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

Straight answers from our directory fields for Giant. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify Giant's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Giant Communications Ltd under company number 13604881. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for Giant?
Our dataset records: UK - Liverpool
Is Giant in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: verified. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Giant as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for Giant?
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Giant?
Our dataset records One Touch Switch as: Yes (Ofcom-mandated compliance).
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
The deals section is a free, dedicated showcase on a provider's directory record where current promotional offers are published.
How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
What happens if the backlink is removed?
BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
Where can I read the full Provider Style Guide?
The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

Compare live broadband at your postcode

Independent comparison checks availability and pricing at your address across multiple providers. Enter your postcode to compare deals. BroadbandSwitch earns commission when you order via our comparison; this does not change the price you pay.