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*729 on AT&T: Make A Payment

By Muhammad Shahid · · 3 min read

Quick answer

*729: *PAY — start a payment by phone. 729 spells PAY. Dialling it connects you to AT&T's automated payment line. Unlike the usage codes this one has no trailing #, because it places a call rather than sending a query.

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Key facts
Code*729
What it does*PAY — start a payment by phone.
Published forAT&T
TypeCarrier specific

*PAY — start a payment by phone. This page explains what *729 does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.

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What does *729 do?

729 spells PAY. Dialling it connects you to AT&T's automated payment line.

Unlike the usage codes this one has no trailing #, because it places a call rather than sending a query.

Important: Never enter card details in response to an unexpected call or text. Start the payment yourself by dialling this code.

How do I use *729?

  1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad.
  2. Type *729 exactly as written.
  3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Which carriers does this apply to?

Published forAT&T
TypeCarrier specific
Good to knowAT&T lines.
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Frequently asked questions

What does *729 do on iPhone?

*PAY — start a payment by phone. 729 spells PAY. Dialling it connects you to AT&T's automated payment line. Unlike the usage codes this one has no trailing #, because it places a call rather than sending a query.

What are the steps for *729?

1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2. Type *729 exactly as written. 3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Where do I use *729?

On the keypad of the Phone app.

Do I need to press Call after typing *729?

Yes. Type it on the Phone keypad, then press the green Call button.

Is *729 a hidden or secret code?

No. It is a published service, not a hidden menu. iPhones do not have Android-style engineering menus.

Which carriers does *729 work on?

It is published for AT&T. AT&T lines.

Is there anything to watch out for with *729?

Never enter card details in response to an unexpected call or text. Start the payment yourself by dialling this code.

Does *729 work on Android phones too?

It is handled by the carrier or service rather than the iPhone, so it is not tied to one phone brand. Check with your carrier.

Will *729 work outside the US?

It is published for US carriers and services, so do not count on it abroad. Ask your carrier before you travel.

What if *729 does not work on my iPhone?

Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.

What is related to *729?

*3282#: Check Data Usage. *DATA# — how much data you have used.

What else is in this category?

*639#: Check Upgrade Eligibility. *NEW# — find out when you can upgrade.

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