ACP Alternative: Stay Connected With Lifeline
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has ended. Assurance Wireless offers Lifeline, a free phone service to keep you connected. Learn about eligibility, benefits and how to apply. Plus, discover Project 10Million for students.
Stay Connected After ACP. What’s Next?
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has ended. We know losing your free cell phone service can be frustrating and confusing. You're not alone, and we're here to help. Assurance Wireless offers Lifeline service to keep you connected with friends and family.
What is Lifeline?
Lifeline is a government program that provides free phone service for those who qualify. It helps you stay connected without worrying about the cost.
With Assurance Wireless and Lifeline, you’ll receive:
- Unlimited Texts: Send as many texts as you want
- 1,000 Talk Minutes: Plenty of minutes to talk each month
- 4.5GB of High-Speed Data: Surf the web, check emails and more on your phone
- Access to T-Mobile’s Service: Strong and reliable 4G network
- Free Android™ Smartphone: When you join us as a new customer
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify if you or a member of your household participates in certain government programs like:
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance
- Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit
You may also qualify based on your household income. You can find state-specific qualifications by visiting our Lifeline overview page.
How to Apply
To learn how to apply and what you need, check out our other blog post. When you’re ready, you can apply directly through Assurance Wireless.
Quick Tip
Project 10Million
- Free Program for Students: Provides 100GB of data per year for 5 years.
- Free Hotspot: Helps students stay connected for school.
Project 10Million aims to create a world where everyone has an equal opportunity. If you have schoolchildren, this program can make a big difference.
For more details, visit the Project 10Million page.