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FAQ'S

Unable to receive OTP to register/change password?

  • Please check your network connection and retry
  • If still unable to receive the OTP, please contact support

Can I sign up using an international phone number?

Currently we are supporting only for Indian phone number.

How can I find the dispenser near me?

you can find the nearest store on the app. Open Plugo app on your phone and it will show you all the nearest stores available with their status(offline/online) and also availability of power banks. Please ensure that you have granted the permission to access location to Plugo app so that it can help you locate the nearest dispenser. You can also search for a location/address to find the nearest stores to that address.
You can use to in app navigation feature to navigate to the store.

How do I rent a power bank?

Follow the procedure below.
  • Download the Plugo app and sign up
  • Use the in-app map to Locate and navigate to nearest Plugo store
  • Subscribe to a plan
  • Scan the QR code on Plugo dispenser and pick up your power bank

How do I return a power bank?

  • Open the PlugO app and locate the nearest PlugO box
  • Navigate there and drop the power bank in any of the empty slots on the box
  • Make sure the LEDs on Plugo Dispenser is on and stable.
  • Please don’t return the power bank in to a Plugo Dispenser on which LEDs are turned off or blinking.
  • You will hear a click and a LED indication of successful return
  • Once successful, a notification will appear on the APP

    How to swap my PlugO Power Bank?

    To swap your power bank from an ongoing rental, check on the map for the nearest PlugO Station and drop the power bank into an empty slot on PlugO dispenser. Upon confirmation of closing the existing rental on the app, you can rent a fresh power bank.

    How do I check the charge level of the power bank?

    • Press the power button on the top of the power bank
    • There are 4 led indicators on the bottom side each of the LED represents 25% charge.

    For example, if 3 LED glow after the button is pressed, it means the power bank is 75% charged.

    What precautions should I take, while using the power bank?

    Keep the Power Bank away from heat sources, direct sunlight, humidity, water or other liquids.. Avoid contact with Fire, Water or sharp objects.

    How to Reserve PlugO before reaching the nearest location?

    • On the map provided on the app, select the nearest available PlugO Station  and click on it once and then press the reserve button that appears next to the number of power banks available
    • You will get a confirmation on the app about the reserved power bank
    • The reservation will be valid for a duration of 15 minutes only.

    How secure is the power bank? Is PlugO safe?

    Plugo has self-designed its power banks and safety and security is top priority to us.

    • Only the charging ports are enabled and all data ports are disabled to avoid any misuse.
    • Safe to be carried onboard a Flight.
    • Intelligent Hardware tracks tampering and damage
    • Temperature control to avoid heating.

    Plugo Power bank not working

    • Open the app and go to support from the menu
    • Then select the issue type as Power Bank from the drop down list provided
    • Scan the power bank QR code and click finish to submit report
    • Drop the power bank in the PlugO Box to rent a new one.

    What to do when the PlugO box is Empty?

    Please navigate to the nearest PlugO Box available on the map with some power banks left. We are deploying PlugO at a very fast pace, so that this never occurs again

    What to do when the PlugO box is full?

    Please navigate to the nearest PlugO Box available on the map with some empty slots left. We are deploying PlugO at a very fast pace, so that this never occurs again

    PlugO Box unable to release a power bank

    If the PlugO Box is not able to dispense a power bank, then

    • Open the app and go to support option on the menu
    • Select the issue type as PlugO box from the dropdown list provided
    • Scan the PlugO Box QR code and submit
    • Navigate to the nearest PlugO Box as given on the app and rent a power bank

    What to do if an empty power bank is dispensed?

    We never dispense a power bank that is less than 80% charged. However, if

    you find such a power bank, then report to us via the support option on the app.

    Drop the power bank in box and re-rent another one.

    The PlugO app is not working

    If the mobile app is not working, then

    • Please close the app and restart it
    • If it still doesn’t work, please re-install the PlugO app and retry
    • If the problem persists, then please contact support on the app

    Can I travel to other cities or country with PlugO Power Banks?

    • Yes, you surely can if you are a subscribed user of PlugO
    • However, standard users can’t avail this facility unless the destination city has PlugO services

    Are cash payments allowed?

    No, we do not accept cash payments via the PlugO app. However, you can get your wallet recharged through the store operator using his wallet top up method and pay cash to him directly

    How to top up my wallet?

    To top up your wallet,

    • Select Wallet from the side menu on the app
    • Then select recharge and enter the desired amount
    • It will ask for payment methods, select the appropriate digital method, proceed with the bank details and confirm
    • Wallet will be topped up instantly

    What happens when my usage exceeds money in wallet?

    If your wallet has lesser funds than the services value that you have consumed, then

    • Your wallet balance will start to show negative
    • You will be prompted to pay the dues.

    For example your wallet has 20 INR and you have used services worth 30 INR, then wallet balance will become -10, and it will ask to clear the dues via SMS and email notifications

    How to get security deposit refunded?

    There are two ways to get your security deposits refunded –

    • Go to Support option on the main menu of the app. Select the issue type as “Close Plugo Account”. The security deposit will be refunded within reasonable time.
    • Go to Wallet option on the main menu of the app, select Subscription and upgrade to become a subscribed user. The security deposit will be refunded within reasonable time.

    What are the rental charges?

    The rental charges have been provided under the “Tariff” option on the side menu

    Can I rent multiple PlugO power bank at a time?

    No, you cannot rent multiple power banks at a time but you can charge multiple devices at a time using the given three cables

    Why am I absurdly billed or overcharged?

    In case you feel you have been overcharged, please report this issue at [email protected] with the transaction details and we will help you out

    Is the power bank waterproof?

    No, the power bank is not waterproof! Please try to avoid making direct contact of power bank with water, as it may short circuit the internal circuitry and can cause fire

    Can I charge multiple devices at a time?

    Yes, you can connect multiple devices at a time and charge them all together

    The PlugO power bank comes pre-attached with Type C, Micro USB and iPhone Lightning cable. There is an additional USB 2.0 port to connect external cable to it.

    What are the Power bank specifications?

    Our power bank comes with the latest and high speed charging technology

    • It can recharge all kinds of mobile, depending on its capacity nearly in an hour or so
    • It also comes with a USB2.0 port to connect external cable to it
    • Power bank specifications are printed at the back of each power bank

    How to find a PlugO box with power banks available to rent?

    PlugO Boxes can be located on the app

    Open the app to locate the nearest PlugO Box and then click on the locators to find the status and other details of that PlugO Box. Such as how many power banks are available to rent, how many empty slots are left to return a power bank, navigation route and store photos and their offerings

    Can I charge a PlugO power bank at home?

    No, you cannot charge a PlugO power bank at home if you are a standard user or a quarterly subscriber of PlugO.

    Subscribe to annual subscription to avail all benefits of PlugO Power Banks

    What devices can I charge using PlugO power Bank?

    The PlugO power bank comes pre-attached with Type C, Micro USB and iPhone Lightning cable. There is an additional USB 2.0 port to connect external cable to it.

    Hence, with these many options you can charge almost any device by connecting external cable if the existing ports put a limitation to your digital charging needs

    What is the capacity of a PlugO power bank?

    Each PlugO power bank is equipped with 5000mAh Li-ion Polymer battery. All the details of the power bank are given on it

    Problem in returning the power back

    • If while returning a power bank into an empty slot you are faced with any difficulty or you don’t receive a return confirmation, retry inserting it into another empty slot
    • If the problem persists, please contact us through “Support” on our app

    What if the power bank is not returned within 10 days or lost?

    In case you don’t return the power bank within 10, each day you will be charged a per day rental fee of Rs. 9. On 11th day, the power bank will be considered sold and a negative balance of Rs. 699 will be incurred on the balance.

    After this you become the eligible member of the swap program, where you can swap your discharged power bank at any station with a charged one by paying a nominal rental fee or Rs 9.

    We are a green company

    We have collaborated with Solar Park, who owns a major Solar power generation farms. We monitor the amount of PlugO power that is being rented and in return to that we buy and pump an equivalent amount of solar power into the National grid. Thus we are committed to green power.

    Can I buy a PlugO Power Bank?

    PlugO believes in the power of shared economy and is committed to sharing and rental of power bank. This is cost effective also and you need not to bother about the maintenance and charging of the power bank. This shared model makes our environment sustainable.

    How do I buy a PlugO power bank?

    We will introduce this option later. We promote renting and sharing model.

    How to use the powerbank?

    Press the green button on powerbank to start charging.