What we do
SenGov Connectivity Guide explains the FCC's Lifeline program, free government phone service, the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program, and related help such as unemployment insurance. We cover all 50 states and the District of Columbia, with city guides and a directory of 1,109 Lifeline providers and 1,767 former ACP providers.
We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the FCC, the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) or any phone or internet company. We don't take applications or collect personal information. To apply for Lifeline, use LifelineSupport.org or a participating provider.
Where our information comes from
- Program rules and benefit amounts: FCC Lifeline rules and USAC's LifelineSupport.org.
- Income limits: calculated from the 2026 HHS poverty guidelines at 135% (Lifeline) and 200% (former ACP).
- Provider listings: FCC and USAC participant lists for Lifeline and the ACP, including service type, phone number and states served.
- Unemployment information: U.S. Department of Labor guidance and CareerOneStop.
Editorial standards
- Every dollar amount and date on the site comes from one reviewed source file, so all pages stay consistent when rules change.
- We say clearly when a program has ended or doesn't exist. For example, there is no federal free-tablet or free-iPad program, and we won't suggest otherwise.
- Pages show the date they were last reviewed. This review: .
- Provider details can change. Always confirm plans and coverage with the company before you apply.
Advertising
The site is supported by display advertising. Advertisers have no influence over our content, and we don't accept payment to list or rank providers. Providers appear in our tables by service type and then alphabetically.