Safelink Wireless

Phone Number
800-723-3546
Email

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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 access some of the most advantageous free government cell phone plans available. This advantage arises from the state-specific subsidies provided by cell phone companies, which tend to be higher than those offered in other states across the nation. Consequently, Californians benefit from plans that typically include more text messages, increased calling minutes, and enhanced data allowances. Below is a detailed breakdown of what California residents can expect from their cell phone plans:

Free Plan: Unlimited text messaging, unlimited talk time, and 500MB of data at no cost.
Low-Cost Plan: Unlimited text messaging, unlimited talk time, and 1.2GB of data for only $10 per month.
Standard Plan: Unlimited text messaging, unlimited talk time, and 4GB of data for just $17.60 per month.
Premium Plan: Unlimited text messaging, unlimited talk time, and 10GB of data for $32.60 per month.

Plans for Residents of Other States

For individuals residing in states outside of California, as well as in Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, the Lifeline Assistance program offers different benefits. Here’s what you can expect with the free government cell phone plans in these regions:

Bring Your Own Device Option

Eligible participants can choose to bring their own compatible GSM smartphone to the program. Upon enrollment, they will receive a free SIM card along with the following benefits:

Unlimited text messaging
350 free minutes of talk each month
1GB of data for the first three months, followed by a monthly allowance of 500MB thereafter

Receive a Free Smartphone

Alternatively, participants can opt to receive a free smartphone equipped with data and Wi-Fi capabilities. This option includes:

Unlimited text messaging
353 minutes of talk time each month
500MB of data monthly

About the Lifeline Program

The Lifeline program is designed to provide essential communication services to low-income individuals and families. Signing up is completely free, and there is no contract required. Applicants can easily complete the registration process online or by calling the designated number. Once enrolled, users can enjoy a variety of features through their SafeLink Wireless phones, such as:

Standard features like call waiting, caller ID, and voicemail
Options for international long-distance calls
The ability to carry over unused minutes, depending on the selected plan
Annual recertification to confirm eligibility for the service, with the device remaining active for one year after shipment

In comparison, California residents typically receive greater text and minute allowances, along with access to superior devices, such as Android smartphones, while individuals in other regions often receive more basic models.

Additional Minutes Options

If you exhaust your monthly minutes before the billing cycle ends, there are options available to ensure you remain connected. TracFone Airtime Cards can be purchased at various retail locations, including CVS, Walmart, Target, Kmart, Walgreens, RadioShack, Family Dollar, Rite Aid, and Dollar General. Furthermore, these minutes can also be acquired online.

While the standard plan generally provides 350 monthly minutes, additional minutes can be purchased as needed. For further details and to explore the available options, visit our SafeLink Wireless/Tracfone Minutes page to discover how you can utilize TracFone promo codes to access discounts and enhance your service experience.