Stay connected at home with Internet Essentials from Xfinity

Fast, reliable, free — get Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus at no cost when you qualify for and enroll in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

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For qualifying households only. Questions? See FAQs

Bring home high-speed Internet at no cost

As an Internet Essentials customer, you could qualify for free Internet service through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). ACP helps individuals and families experiencing financial challenges stay connected to the Internet.
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INTERNET ESSENTIALS + ACP

Up to 50 Mbps FREE

Plus free equipment, no credit check, and no term contract

Good for working and learning from home, streaming movies and shows, uploading photos, and more

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INTERNET ESSENTIALS PLUS + ACP

Up to 100 Mbps FREE

Plus free equipment, no credit check, and no term contract

Watch more of what you love with fast speeds to stream on all your devices at the same time

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Stay connected wherever you go with Xfinity Mobile

Add Xfinity Mobile to stay connected to the most reliable 5G network nationwide.

If you have both Internet and Mobile service, the ACP benefit will be applied to the Internet portion of your bill first, then Mobile service.

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Am I eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?

You’re eligible to participate if you (or someone in your household) meet one of the following requirements:

Your entire household income is at or below twice the federal poverty level (for example, $55,500/year for a family of four, $27,180/year for an individual).

You participate in certain federal assistance programs such as Lifeline, SNAP/EBT, Medicaid, or free and reduced-price school lunch.

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See full list of qualifying programs

Only eligible households may enroll. Benefit is up to $75/mo in Tribal Lands.

Not ready for ACP with Xfinity?

Qualifying households can still sign up for Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus for an affordable monthly price.

Internet Essentials

Up to 50 Mbps
$9.95/mo

Free equipment, no credit check, and no term contract

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Internet Essentials Plus

Up to 100 Mbps
$29.95/mo

Free equipment, no credit check, and no term contract

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Buy a new laptop for $149.99

Once you’re an Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus customer, you’re eligible to purchase a new Dell laptop or Chromebook for just $149.99 plus tax. Follow a few simple steps to get started.

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Our partnership program

The Internet Essentials Partnership Program (IEPP) is uniquely designed to support the ECF program.

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On a mission to provide low-cost, high-speed Internet

A home Internet connection is more essential now than ever for today's families. In 11 years, Internet Essentials has connected a cumulative total of more than 10 million Americans to all the opportunities the Internet has to offer – from education and job skills training to healthcare resources.

Free training and tips from the Internet Essentials Learning Center

Internet Basics

Everything you’ll need to get started

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Online Safety

Guidance on how to stay safe while using the Internet

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Getting Things Done

Resources for education, finance, career and social services

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Building New Skills

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Frequently asked questions

What is Internet Essentials?

Internet Essentials provides affordable home Internet for qualifying households ($9.95/mo for up to 50 Mbps, or $29.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps) — as well as low-cost computers, free WiFi hotspots, and free Internet training.

Get started with a few simple steps: https://www.internetessentials.com/apply

You could get your Internet service for free when you qualify for and enroll in ACP and Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus. Learn more at https://www.xfinity.com/free

Who is eligible for Internet Essentials?

You may qualify if you:

• Live in an area where Xfinity Internet service is available

• Qualify for programs like the National School Lunch Program, housing assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, and others , or are enrolled or enrolling in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) with Xfinity

• Have not had Xfinity Internet within the last 90 days (unless enrolled in ACP with Xfinity)*

• Have no outstanding debt to Comcast that is less than one year old (unless enrolled in ACP with Xfinity)*

*The 90-day and outstanding debt eligibility requirements are also temporarily being waived through December 31, 2023, for new Xfinity Internet customers regardless of enrollment in ACP with Xfinity.

What is the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)?

ACP is designed to help lower-income households connect to the Internet and stay connected. The Program provides eligible customers of participating broadband providers up to a $30/month ($75/month for Tribal lands) credit toward Internet and mobile services for the duration of the program. It will last for as long as the Federal Government funds the Program, which is expected to be several years. The amount of the credit depends on the rate for the services selected.

What’s the difference between Internet Essentials and ACP?

Internet Essentials provides affordable Internet service through Xfinity. ACP is a federal program that helps lower-income households pay for Internet service.

If you’re an Internet Essentials customer and qualify for and enroll in ACP, you could get your Internet service for free. That’s because your ACP credit (up to $30/mo or up to $75/mo in Tribal Lands) would cover your entire Internet Essentials bill.

Can I get Internet Essentials and ACP?

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