Safelink Wireless

Phone Number
800-723-3546
Email

—
Location

PO Box 160490 Hialeah, FL 33016-9997
Office Website
https://www.safelinkwireless.com/

The minutes can be used for local or domestic long distance calling and tex messaging. There are a variety of plans, based upon your state and potentially what you are looking for.

Lifeline + ACP

Free smartphone or BYOP

Unlimited talk

Unlimited text

Calls to Canada and Mexico

25GB high speed data

Up to 5GB of hotspot data
ACP Plan

Free SIM card

Unlimited talk

Unlimited text

Calls to Canada and Mexico

10GB data

Includes 5GB of hotspot data
Lifeline Plan

Free SIM card

350 voice minutes

Unlimited texts

4.5GB data

Qualification

Subscribers are eligible for the program if their income is 135% or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if they are enrolled in these assistance programs::

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps
Medicaid
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance (BIA)
Tribal Head Start If you meet the income qualifying standards
Tribal Administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)

Special plans

Exclusive Plans for California Residents

Residents of California are fortunate to benefit from some of the most generous offers available regarding free government cell phone services. This advantage stems from the fact that cell phone providers in California frequently provide a monthly subsidy that surpasses the federal average found in other states. As a result, California residents enjoy enhanced access to texts, minutes, and data. Below is a summary of what one can anticipate from a typical plan available in California.

Unlimited text messaging and unlimited calling, plus 500MB of data at no cost.
Unlimited text messaging and unlimited calling with 1.2 GB of data for a mere $10 each month.
Unlimited text messaging and unlimited calling, coupled with 4GB of data for $17.60 per month.
Unlimited text messaging and unlimited calling, along with 10 GB of data for $32.60 per month.

Plans Available in Other States

For individuals residing in states other than California, as well as those in Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, here’s a breakdown of what one can generally expect from the Lifeline Assistance free government cell phone program.

Bring Your Own Device Option

If you choose to bring your own compatible GSM smartphone, you will receive a complimentary SIM card, unlimited text messaging, and 350 minutes of free calls each month. Additionally, you will enjoy 1 GB of data for the initial three months, followed by 500MB each subsequent month.

Complimentary Phone Offer

Alternatively, you can opt for a free smartphone that includes both data and Wi-Fi capabilities. This option provides unlimited text messaging and 353 minutes of calls each month, along with 500MB of data.

Overview of the Program

The SafeLink Wireless program is designed to be user-friendly, requiring no contracts to be signed. Enrollment is straightforward; individuals can apply online or by calling a designated number. Signing up for this program is both quick and easy, and participants can expect to enjoy several features with their SafeLink Wireless device, including:

Essential features such as call waiting, caller ID, and voicemail.
International long-distance calling options.
The ability to carry over any unused minutes, depending on the selected plan.
The handset remains active for one year from the date of shipment, with an annual recertification process to confirm ongoing eligibility for the program.

California residents benefit from an abundance of texts and minutes, as well as access to superior cell phone models compared to those available to individuals in other states, who generally receive basic devices. In fact, California participants often receive modern Android smartphones.

Additional Minutes Options

In situations where you exhaust your allotted minutes before the month concludes, there are options available to ensure you remain connected. You can purchase TracFone Airtime Cards from various retailers such as CVS, Walmart, Target, Kmart, Walgreens, RadioShack, Family Dollar, Rite Aid, and Dollar General. Additionally, these minutes can also be acquired online.

The standard plan provides an average of 350 minutes each month; however, users have the option to buy additional minutes as needed. More information, including promotional offers, can be found on the SafeLink Wireless/TracFone Minutes page, where you can utilize TracFone promo codes to access some excellent deals on the available plans.