How to Buy a Tri (3) Package: Channels, Happy Prices, and Rules
The most complete way to buy a Tri (3) package is the bima+ app: sign in with your Tri number, pick a Happy, Happy Flex, or AlwaysOn package, and pay with credit. Without the app, Happy and AlwaysOn packages can be bought via *888#, banks, convenience stores, e-commerce, or official retailers, per the official Paket Happy terms.
We put this guide together from the official tri.co.id pages, which we opened ourselves on 9 November 2026. It covers how to buy a package through each channel, the full price list for Happy Harian (short validity) and Happy Bulanan (monthly) packages, our own price per GB calculations, the differences between Happy, Happy Flex, and AlwaysOn, the auto renewal rules that often make credit disappear unexpectedly, and some examples of choosing a package for online gaming. Prices can change at any time, so always check the final amount in the app before you pay.
What Is a Tri Package and Which Numbers Can Buy One?
Tri (often written as 3) is a mobile brand owned by Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH). According to the Paket Happy page, Tri numbers start with 0895, 0896, 0897, 0898, or 0899, and only those numbers can buy a Tri package. IM3 numbers use the Indosat flow, covered in our guide on how to buy an Indosat package.
The data packages currently sold on the official site fall into several families. The three most searched ones are Happy (ready-made packages with short and monthly options), Happy Flex (you set the quota and validity yourself), and AlwaysOn or AON (quota with very long validity). There is also Paket Darurat, an emergency package for when your credit runs out. Each family has different rules on renewal and leftover quota, and those differences are the main reason people pick the wrong package.
What You Need Before Buying a Tri Package
Before opening the package menu, get these three things ready. All of them come from the official terms on tri.co.id, not general advice:
- A registered prepaid Tri number. The Happy Flex terms on tri.co.id/happyflex state that the product applies to prepaid Tri customers who have completed the mandatory SIM registration.
- Enough credit. Purchases through USSD are deducted from your credit. In bima+, Happy Flex can also be paid with the non-credit payment methods available in the app.
- The bima+ app if you want every option. Happy Flex is only available in bima+, and its quota combinations are only shown there.
If your credit often runs out before you get around to buying a package, top it up first in a round amount. Digidang sells Tri credit Rp25,000 and Tri credit Rp50,000, which you can use to buy any of the Happy packages in the tables below. The packages you can buy with that credit are listed on the Paket Happy page.
How to Buy a Tri Package in the bima+ App
bima+ is Tri's official app for Android and iOS. The official Happy and AlwaysOn terms list bima+ first among the purchase channels, and Happy Flex is sold only in this app. The general steps are:
- Install bima+ from Google Play or the App Store, then sign in with your Tri number.
- Open the package purchase menu and choose the package family you want: Happy, Happy Flex, or AlwaysOn.
- Choose a package. For Happy, pick by validity and quota. For Happy Flex, slide the quota (1 to 150 GB) and validity (1 to 30 days) to the combination you need.
- Check the price and auto renewal status before tapping buy. This matters a lot, and we explain why in the renewal section below.
- Choose a payment method and confirm. Your credit is deducted, or a non-credit method is charged if the package supports it.
- Wait for the success confirmation SMS before you start browsing.
People often skip step six, yet the official Happy terms say customers are charged the basic per KB rate if they use the internet before the confirmation SMS arrives. Give it a moment until that SMS lands.
How to Buy a Tri Package Without the App via *888#
If your phone has no room for another app, the USSD route is still available. The official terms for both Paket Happy and AlwaysOn list USSD *888# from the customer's Tri number as a purchase channel. Here is how:
- Open the phone dialer, type *888#, and press call.
- Choose the internet package menu shown on screen. Menu layouts can change, so read package names and prices carefully.
- Pick the Happy or AON package you want and reply with the confirmation number.
- Wait for the success SMS before using the quota.
The *888# menu is also how you check your quota. According to the official terms, dial *888#, choose Bantuan (Help), then Cek Kuota (Check Quota). Alternatively, send an SMS with the text INFO KUOTA to 234.
Other Channels: Banks, Convenience Stores, E-commerce, and Retailers
Besides bima+ and *888#, Happy and AlwaysOn packages can be bought through banks, convenience stores, and e-commerce platforms that partner with IOH, or through IOH retailers in your area. These four channels appear word for word in the official terms of both package families. They are handy when your credit is empty, because you pay directly from a bank balance, cash, or a digital wallet.
There is one difference you should know about. The Happy terms say every Happy package renews automatically, except packages bought through IOH retailers and packages with a validity of 90, 180, 360, or 365 days. In other words, the same package can behave differently depending on where you buy it. If you do not want automatic renewal, buying from an official retailer counter is one way to avoid it.
Tri Happy Harian Price List
Happy Harian packages include 24-hour main quota on every 2G to 5G network, 100 bonus call minutes to Tri and IM3 numbers, and VIU Premium access. We copied the table below from the official Paket Happy table on 9 November 2026 and added our own price per GB column.
| Package | Validity | Price | Price per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy 10GB | 1 day | Rp10,000 | Rp1,000 |
| Happy 7GB | 2 days | Rp13,000 | Rp1,857 |
| Happy 16GB | 2 days | Rp15,000 | Rp938 |
| Happy 7GB | 3 days | Rp15,000 | Rp2,143 |
| Happy 11GB | 3 days | Rp20,000 | Rp1,818 |
| Happy 30GB | 3 days | Rp25,000 | Rp833 |
| Happy 8GB | 5 days | Rp20,000 | Rp2,500 |
| Happy 16GB | 5 days | Rp25,000 | Rp1,563 |
| Happy 25GB | 5 days | Rp30,000 | Rp1,200 |
| Happy 6GB | 7 days | Rp22,000 | Rp3,667 |
| Happy 12GB | 7 days | Rp25,000 | Rp2,083 |
| Happy 16GB | 7 days | Rp30,000 | Rp1,875 |
| Happy 100GB | 7 days | Rp50,000 | Rp500 |
| Happy 5GB | 14 days | Rp27,000 | Rp5,400 |
| Happy 7GB | 14 days | Rp30,000 | Rp4,286 |
| Happy 27GB | 14 days | Rp50,000 | Rp1,852 |
Two numbers stand out right away. Happy 100GB for 7 days at Rp50,000 works out to Rp500 per GB, the cheapest in the entire Happy table. It is also the only Happy Harian package with 1,000 call minutes and 1,000 SMS to Tri and IM3 numbers. At the other end, Happy 5GB for 14 days is the most expensive per GB at Rp5,400. You are paying for the longer validity, not for the data. Price source: tri.co.id.
Tri Happy Bulanan and Long Validity Price List
The Happy Bulanan category holds 30-day packages with 5,000 bonus call minutes to Tri and IM3 plus 50 to 70 minutes to all operators. From 50 GB upward, these packages also include Vidio Platinum Mobile, claimed through bima+. The source is again the official table on tri.co.id.
| Package | Validity | Price | Price per GB | Auto renewal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Happy 7GB | 30 days | Rp40,000 | Rp5,714 | Yes |
| Happy 11GB | 30 days | Rp50,000 | Rp4,545 | Yes |
| Happy 18GB | 30 days | Rp60,000 | Rp3,333 | Yes |
| Happy 25GB | 30 days | Rp70,000 | Rp2,800 | Yes |
| Happy 32GB | 30 days | Rp80,000 | Rp2,500 | Yes |
| Happy 50GB | 30 days | Rp100,000 | Rp2,000 | Yes |
| Happy 80GB | 30 days | Rp120,000 | Rp1,500 | Yes |
| Happy 120GB | 30 days | Rp150,000 | Rp1,250 | Yes |
| Happy 200GB | 30 days | Rp200,000 | Rp1,000 | Yes |
| Happy Spesial 90GB (3 GB per day) | 30 days | Rp139,000 | Rp1,544 | Yes |
| Happy 250GB | 90 days | Rp300,000 | Rp1,200 | No |
| Happy 500GB | 180 days | Rp500,000 | Rp1,000 | No |
| Happy 75GB | 60 days | Rp150,000 | Rp2,000 | Yes |
| Happy 175GB | 180 days | Rp350,000 | Rp2,000 | No |
| Happy 250GB | 365 days | Rp500,000 | Rp2,000 | No |
| Happy 1TB (1024 GB) | 360 days | Rp1,000,000 | Rp977 | No |
We calculated the price per GB ourselves by dividing the official price by the main quota. Tri does not publish these figures, so treat them as a comparison aid rather than official prices.
Reading the Price per GB of Happy Bulanan
For 30 day packages, the price per GB keeps falling as the quota grows. Happy 7GB at Rp40,000 means roughly Rp5,714 per GB, while Happy 200GB at Rp200,000 is only Rp1,000 per GB. The chart below shows the pattern. Price source: tri.co.id.
Cheap per GB is not always cheap for you. If you only use about 10 GB a month, buying Happy 50GB at Rp100,000 means paying for data you will never touch. Leftover quota cannot be saved either, because the official terms say leftover main quota is replaced when you buy another Happy package. A safer rule of thumb: check your average usage over the last three months in bima+, then choose a package slightly above that number.
Happy Flex: Building Your Own Tri Package
Happy Flex is Tri's answer for people who want to build their own package, similar to the concept in our guide on building your own AXIS package. According to the official Happy Flex page, you can pick a main quota from 1 GB to 150 GB in 1 GB steps, combined with a validity of 1 to 30 days.
There are four Happy Flex rules worth remembering:
- bima+ only. Happy Flex is not sold through *888# or retailers, and its price combinations only appear inside the app. That is why we do not list a Happy Flex price table here.
- Non-credit payment is possible. Besides deducting credit, you can pay with the non-credit methods available in bima+. Prices include VAT.
- No auto renewal. A good fit if you do not want credit quietly deducted at the end of the validity period.
- Leftover quota is forfeited when you buy again. If you buy Happy Flex a second time, the remaining main quota from the previous purchase is lost and validity follows the latest purchase.
AlwaysOn (AON): Quota That Lasts 365 Days
The selling point of AlwaysOn is that its quota stays valid for 365 days. That suits a backup number, or anyone who uses little data but does not want quota to expire every month. The official table on tri.co.id/unlimited-aon showed three options when we opened it.
| Package | Quota | Price | Price per GB | Quota validity | Call bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AON 5GB | 5 GB | Rp34,000 | Rp6,800 | 365 days | 5,000 minutes to Tri and IM3, 30 days |
| AON 18GB | 18 GB | Rp79,000 | Rp4,389 | 365 days | 5,001 minutes to Tri and IM3, 30 days |
| AON 26GB | 26 GB | Rp94,000 | Rp3,615 | 365 days | 5,002 minutes to Tri and IM3, 30 days |
Per GB, AON is clearly more expensive than Happy. What you are buying is time, not volume. The official terms also say AON local quota is used first if you hold other regular quota, and none of the AON benefits renew automatically.
Auto Renewal and Leftover Quota Rules
This is the part behind most "my credit suddenly dropped" complaints. Here is a summary from the official terms of the three products:
| Rule | Happy | Happy Flex | AlwaysOn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where to buy | bima+, *888#, banks, convenience stores, e-commerce, retailers | bima+ only | bima+, *888#, banks, convenience stores, e-commerce, retailers |
| Auto renewal | Yes, except retailer purchases or 90/180/360/365 day validity | No | No |
| Buying again before it runs out | Leftover quota is replaced, not accumulated | Leftover quota is forfeited | Not stated in the terms |
| App bonus | VIU Premium (Harian), Vidio Platinum Mobile (Bulanan 50 GB and up) | None | None |
If you are on a 30 day Happy package and do not want it to renew, the official terms provide a way out: send an SMS with the text STOP to 234. Do it before your validity ends so your credit is not charged for the next period.
Paket Darurat When Your Credit Runs Out
Tri also offers Paket Darurat, an emergency package. According to its official terms, it is quota you can use first and repay through a deduction on your next transaction. The main requirements are being a prepaid customer with a 0895 to 0899 prefix, having a registered number, and having been active for more than 90 consecutive days with regular top ups. Approval is entirely at IOH's discretion.
Pay attention to how the repayment works. When you buy your next data package, the debt is repaid in the form of quota equal to 100 percent of the quota in the package you bought, according to the system mechanism. That means your next package can feel "empty" because its quota went toward settling the loan. Use Paket Darurat only when it is truly urgent, then top up as soon as you can. Source: tri.co.id.
Choosing a Tri Package for Online Gaming
For gamers, quota is not the only thing that matters. Games like Mobile Legends or Free Fire use relatively little data per match, but update downloads can be large. Some sensible patterns based on the official tables:
- You play every day and download updates often: Happy 50GB 30 days (Rp100,000) or Happy 80GB 30 days (Rp120,000). The price per GB is low, and you get Vidio Platinum Mobile to watch tournaments.
- Weekend tournaments or a big update: Happy 30GB 3 days (Rp25,000) or Happy 100GB 7 days (Rp50,000). Remember that these short packages renew automatically.
- A backup number just for game accounts: AON 5GB (Rp34,000), so the quota and number stay alive long enough to receive verification codes.
- Unpredictable usage: Happy Flex, because quota and validity are adjustable and it never renews automatically.
Once your data is sorted, the next step is usually topping up your game balance. Read our guides on topping up Mobile Legends diamonds, topping up Free Fire diamonds, or topping up PUBG Mobile UC. To choose a trustworthy top up site, see how to choose a game top up platform and safe online game top up tips.
Tri Packages Compared With Other Operators
If you hold more than one number, comparing packages across operators helps you save. We have written similar guides for XL data packages, cheap Telkomsel packages, Indosat packages, and AXIS Paket Suka-Suka. For the bigger picture, read our roundup of cheap internet packages.
One important note: do not compare on price alone. Compare the price per GB, validity, auto renewal rules, and signal strength where you play most often. The cheapest package is pointless if the network is weak at home. Tri publishes a coverage map under the Jangkauan (Coverage) menu on its official site.
If Your Package Does Not Arrive or Something Goes Wrong
If your credit was deducted but the quota has not appeared, check first with *888#, then Bantuan and Cek Kuota, or send INFO KUOTA to 234. If it is still missing, contact the official customer care listed in the Happy Flex and Happy terms: call 132 from a Tri number or 089644000123 from another operator, use the official WhatsApp 08999800123, email 3care@tri.co.id, or visit the nearest 3Store. Keep the confirmation SMS and proof of the credit deduction as evidence of the transaction.
The same principle applies when a game top up fails. Our guide on fixing a failed game top up explains what evidence to keep before contacting customer service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy a Tri package without the app?
Dial *888# and press call, choose the internet package menu, pick a Happy or AON package, then confirm. This channel is listed in the official Paket Happy terms. You can also buy through banks, convenience stores, e-commerce platforms, or official retailers.
What is the cheapest Tri package?
In the official tri.co.id table on 9 November 2026, the cheapest Happy package is Happy 10GB for 1 day at Rp10,000. Per GB, the cheapest is Happy 100GB for 7 days at Rp50,000, about Rp500 per GB.
Do Tri Happy packages renew automatically?
Most of them do. The official terms say every Happy package renews automatically, except those bought through IOH retailers and packages with 90, 180, 360, or 365 day validity. To stop renewal, send STOP by SMS to 234.
Does leftover Tri quota roll over?
For Happy, no. The official terms say leftover main quota from the previous purchase is replaced and not accumulated. For Happy Flex, leftover quota is forfeited when you buy again. Validity always follows the latest package.
What is the difference between Happy and Happy Flex?
Happy is a ready-made package with fixed quota and price, sold through many channels, and usually renews automatically. Happy Flex lets you choose 1 to 150 GB and 1 to 30 days of validity, is sold only in bima+, and never renews automatically, according to its official page.
How do I check my Tri quota?
Open the bima+ app, or dial *888# and choose Bantuan then Cek Kuota. A third option is to send an SMS with the text INFO KUOTA to 234. All three methods are listed in Tri's official terms.
Which prefixes do Tri numbers use?
Tri numbers start with 0895, 0896, 0897, 0898, and 0899, as defined on the official Tri page. Numbers with other prefixes cannot buy Tri packages.
Do Tri AON packages renew automatically?
No. According to the official AlwaysOn terms, none of the AON benefits renew automatically. AON quota is valid for 365 days, while its call bonus lasts 30 days.
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