Algeria’s telecommunications industry is undergoing massive transformation, as more citizens seek reliable connectivity to the World Wide Web. As a result, we now have tens of ISPs with services ranging from wireless to fiber and satellite connectivity. Discussed are the leading internet providers in Algeria and beyond.
While the African networking market is still heavily shaped by state-owned players, there are several private startups rising to claim their space in the ICT sector.
55 Best internet providers in Algeria
With a handful of corporate level ISPs, there are several resellers and niche service providers keeping the internet ecosystem fairly competitive.
Which Internet is best in Algeria?
1. Algerie Telecom
Algeria Telecommunications is a state-owned and the main telephone company in Algeria.
It is the backbone operator of the fixed telephony network and broadband internet in the country.
Contact Number | 1500 |
Website | www.algerietelecom.dz |
Algerie Telecom is reportedly the most preferred ISP with excellent download and upload speeds.
2. Ooredoo Algeria
Ooredoo Algeria founded in 2004 as Nedjma, eventually rebranded to Ooredoo Algeria in November 2013.
The company has since grown to become a major telecommunications service provider with comprehensive mobile and internet services.
Telephone | *151# or 555 |
Website | www.ooredoo.dz |
Core internet solutions at Ooredoo include mobile data packages, 4G services, and business internet solutions.
3. Djezzy (Optimum Telecom Algerie)
Djezzy founded in 2001 was initially called Optimum Telecom Algeria (OTA) before rebranding to Optimum Telecom Algerie.
Phone | +213 770 857085 or *720# |
Website | www.djezzy.dz |
The mobile network operator is lately among the most significant telecommunications providers, offering various prepaid and postpaid internet solutions.
4. Mobilis Internet
Mobilis is yet another government-owned mobile telecommunications operator, providing mobile internet services and data solutions across the country.
Telephone | 0655002999 |
Website | www.mobilis.dz |
As a state-owned ISP, Mobilis works closely with Algerie Telecom in its extensive market reach programs.
5. ICOSNET
ICOSNET is Algeria’s second most inclusive internet service provider after Algerie Telecom.
The ISP offers diverse internet connectivity services with focus on business and institutional clients.
Telephone | + 21321993342 |
Website | https://icosnet.com.dz |
ICOSNET typically focuses on providing reliable internet services to businesses and organizations.
Algerian residents and businesses are beginning to experience better speeds, more stability, and a wider range of options amid the ongoing expansion of fiber-optic projects and gradual opening of the market to alternative providers.
Full list of ISPs in Algeria
- AAdanet
- Adanet
- AlfatronNet
- Algerie Network Systems
- Algérie Télécom
- Anwarnet
- Cerist / Wissal
- Connectix Algeria
- Cyber Café El Bayadh
- Datanet
- Digitel Algeria
- Djaweb
- Djezzy
- DZsol
- EasyNet Algeria
- EEPAD
- El Djazair Network
- ESI-Net
- Fastlink Algeria
- Forcepoint Cloud
- Gecos
- Gigacom Algeria
- GlobalNet Algeria
- HHandyNet
- HorizonNet
- ICOSNET
- IcosNetwork
- Infranet Algeria
- Kimou.Net (Constantine)
- Linko Telecom
- M247 Ltd
- Majd Communication
- Microtel Algeria
- Mobilis
- NetCom Algeria
- NetSpeed Algeria
- NovaNet Algeria
- Ooredoo Algeria
- Optimum Telecom Algeria
- OrionNet
- Prolink Algeria
- Saharacom
- Satlink Algeria
- SkyNet (Touggourt)
- SLC (Smart Link Communication)
- SpeedNet
- Telecom DZ
- TrustNet Algeria
- TurboNet
- UK2.NET
- VisionNet
- Wataniya Telecom
- WatanNet
- XpressNet
- YHC International BV
Majority of these internet startups are widely accessible in the capital Algiers and the 58 provinces that make up Algeria.
Internet coverage across provinces in Algeria
No. | Provinces | Population |
1 | Adrar | 440k |
2 | Chlef | 1 million |
3 | Laghouat | 477k |
4 | Oum El Bouaghi | 644k |
5 | Batna | 1.1 million |
6 | Béjaïa | 916k |
7 | Biskra | 730k |
8 | Béchar | 275k |
9 | Blida | 1 million |
10 | Bouïra | 695k |
11 | Tamanrasset | 199k |
12 | Tébessa | 657k |
13 | Tlemcen | 946k |
14 | Tiaret | 842k |
15 | Tizi Ouzou | 1.11 million |
16 | Algiers | 2.95 million |
17 | Djelfa | 1.22 million |
18 | Jijel | 635k |
19 | Sétif | 1.5 million |
20 | Saïda | 329k |
21 | Skikda | 904k |
22 | Sidi Bel Abbès | 603k |
23 | Annaba | 640k |
24 | Guelma | 482k |
25 | Constantine | 943k |
26 | Médéa | 831k |
27 | Mostaganem | 747k |
28 | M’Sila | 992k |
29 | Mascara | 781k |
30 | Ouargla | 553k |
31 | Oran | 1.58 million |
32 | El Bayadh | 262k |
33 | Illizi | 55k |
34 | Bordj Bou Arréridj | 634k |
35 | Boumerdes | 795k |
36 | El Taref | 412k |
37 | Tindouf | 159k |
38 | Tissemsilt | 296k |
39 | El Oued | 674k |
40 | Khenchela | 384k |
41 | Souk Ahras | 440k |
42 | Tipaza | 618k |
43 | Mila | 768k |
44 | Ain Defla | 772k |
45 | Naâma | 210k |
46 | Ain Timouchent | 385k |
47 | Ghardaia | 376k |
48 | Relizane | 733k |
49 | Timimoun | 162k |
50 | Bordj Baji Mokhtar | 57k |
51 | Ouled Djellal | 174k |
52 | Béni Abbès | 17k |
53 | In Salah | 50k |
54 | In Guezzam | 122k |
55 | Touggourt | 247k |
56 | Djanet | 18k |
57 | El M’Ghair | 50k |
58 | El Menia | 11k |
While Algeria’s internet market may not yet boast the same level of competition as other regions, the growing number of providers indicates a clear shift toward diversity and choice. The scope of services range from fixed-line internet to ADSL, fiber optic, and satellite VSAT.
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