If you’re a Safaricom customer, you’ve likely received a Storo Bonus after recharging your line. This bonus is a great way to get extra value for your airtime — but the downside is that it expires at midnight. Many users end up losing unused bonus credit.
The good news? You can now convert your Safaricom Storo Bonus to data bundles and enjoy browsing before it expires. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it, plus everything else you need to know about Storo Bonus and Storo Data Bundles.
🔍 What Is Safaricom Storo Bonus?
The Safaricom Storo Bonus is a promotional reward that customers earn when they top up airtime. It can be used for:
- Making voice calls
- Sending SMS
- Purchasing data bundles
The Storo Bonus is valid until midnight of the same day — meaning it must be used before it expires.
📱 Step-by-Step: How to Convert Safaricom Storo Bonus to Data Bundles
Follow these simple steps to change your Storo Bonus credit into data bundles for browsing:
- Dial *460# on your Safaricom line
- This opens the Storo Bonus service menu.
- Select Option 6 – “Storo Data Bundles”
- This is the menu option for converting bonus airtime to data.
- Choose the amount of Storo Bonus to convert
- You’ll see several conversion options depending on your available Storo Bonus balance.
- Confirm the transaction
- Safaricom will process your request and convert the amount to data bundles.
- Receive a confirmation SMS
- You’ll get a message confirming your new Storo Data Bundle balance.
✅ That’s it! You can now browse using your Storo Bonus data bundles until midnight.
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Storo Data Bundles expire at midnight, the same day you convert them.
- The service is available to Safaricom prepaid customers only.
- The conversion is instant and cannot be reversed once confirmed.
💡 Tips to Maximize Your Storo Bonus
- Check your Storo Bonus balance regularly by dialing *460# → Option 2 (Check Balance).
- Convert your bonus early in the day to have more browsing time.
- Use your bonus data for lightweight apps, emails, or messaging to make it last longer.
- Turn on data saver mode on your phone to reduce usage.
📊 Quick Summary Table
| Action | USSD Code | Menu Option | Expiry | Eligible Users |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convert Storo Bonus to Data | *460# | Option 6 – Storo Data Bundles | Midnight same day | Safaricom prepaid customers |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Storo Bonus on Safaricom?
Storo Bonus is a free airtime reward given when you top up your Safaricom line. It can be used for calls, SMS, or buying data bundles.
2. How can I check my Storo Bonus balance?
Dial *460# and select “Check Balance” to see your available Storo Bonus.
3. Can I use Storo Bonus to buy data bundles directly?
Yes. You can convert it to data bundles by dialing *460# → Option 6 “Storo Data Bundles.”
4. Do Storo Data Bundles expire?
Yes. Both Storo Bonus credit and Storo Data Bundles expire at midnight of the same day.
5. Can I transfer Storo Bonus to another Safaricom line?
No. Storo Bonus cannot be transferred or shared — it can only be used on the line that received it.
6. What happens if I don’t use all my Storo Bonus before midnight?
Any unused Storo Bonus or converted data bundle expires automatically at midnight and cannot be recovered.
🧠 Final Thoughts
The Safaricom Storo Bonus is an excellent way to enjoy extra airtime every time you top up. Instead of letting it expire unused, you can now convert your Storo Bonus to data bundles and make the most of your reward.
Next time you get a Storo Bonus, don’t let it go to waste — simply dial *460# → Option 6 and start browsing instantly.