A data-only line sized for tablets — browsing, video calls, and schoolwork.
for eligible households
No documents uploaded online — a specialist follows up by phone.
Households that want a connected tablet without an additional phone line.
| Monthly price | $0/mo (for eligible households) |
| Talk | Not included (data-only) |
| Text | Not included (data-only) |
| Data | 4.5GB high-speed data/mo |
| Mobile hotspot | Not included |
| International calling | Not included |
| Lines | 1 tablet line |
| Bring your own device | Supported |
| Free device eligibility | Yes, subject to eligibility and inventory |
| Contract | None — cancel anytime |
| Credit check | Not required |
Lifeline-discounted plans are available to households that qualify through income (at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines) or through a qualifying program such as SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, or Federal Public Housing Assistance. Only one Lifeline benefit is allowed per household.
Confirm you qualify via income or a qualifying program.
Submit your application; we verify through the National Verifier.
Get a free device where available, or bring your own.
Activate your line using the included instructions.
| Plan | Tablet Plan | Free Lifeline Plan | Premium 5G Plan | BYOD Plan (Bring Your Own Phone) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $0/mo | $0/mo | $24.99/mo | $0/mo |
| Talk | Not included (data-only) | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Data | 4.5GB high-speed data/mo | 4.5GB high-speed data/mo | Unlimited 5G/LTE data | 4.5GB high-speed data/mo |
| Hotspot | Not included | Not included | 15GB high-speed, then reduced speed | Not included |
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Free 5G Wireless LLC is a nationwide wireless service provider and Lifeline partner. We help eligible customers check eligibility, apply for Lifeline, and get connected with qualifying wireless plans and devices through our partner network of participating carriers.
We are not the FCC, USAC, or the National Verifier — final eligibility is always confirmed independently. Learn more on our About page and How We Make Money.
