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giffgaff

giffgaff is a UK broadband provider delivering full fibre broadband to customers across UK.

★★★★★ 4.5 / 5
250,000+ reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 2026-04-17
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About giffgaff

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giffgaff is a unique community-led MVNO owned by Telefonica UK (part of Virgin Media O2), operating with no retail shops and a members-first ethos. Founded in 2009, giffgaff has grown to around 4 million customers and launched home broadband in 2025 running over the Nexfibre / Virgin Media full fibre network. Rated 4.5 on Trustpilot with 250,000+ reviews, giffgaff is known for monthly rolling Goodybags and member rewards.

Key details

Year founded2009
ADR schemeCommunications Ombudsman
Parent companyVirgin Media O2
Legal name Giffgaff Ltd (Telefonica UK / VMO2) Companies House 04196996 →

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What stands out

  • O2-owned community MVNO
  • Nexfibre broadband
  • Monthly rolling
  • Goodybags pricing

Recognition

  • UK Consumer Experience Awards
  • MVNO recognition

Technologies on file

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

Coverage

UK - National (mobile 4 nations + Nexfibre broadband)

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If something goes wrong

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

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that giffgaff 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.

Questions and answers

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Where can I verify giffgaff's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Giffgaff Ltd (Telefonica UK / VMO2) under company number 04196996. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for giffgaff?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 4.5 out of 5 with 250000 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 2026-04-17. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for giffgaff?
Our dataset records: UK - National (mobile 4 nations + Nexfibre broadband)
Is giffgaff 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 giffgaff 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 giffgaff?
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 giffgaff?
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.