Internet Access Toolkit
There are programs that can support you and your family access affordable internet in California.
Federally sponsored internet access programs
Affordable Connectivity Program
- The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) (formerly known as the Emergency Broadband Benefit) helps low-income households pay for internet service.
- If your household is eligible, you may receive:
- Up to $30/month discount on your internet service
- Up to $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying tribal lands
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50)
Lifeline
- Lifeline provides affordable phone and internet service to low-income households.
- If your household is eligible, you may receive:
- Up to $9.25/month discount
- Up to $34.25/ month discount if your household is on qualifying tribal lands
Eligibility
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You may be eligible:
- Based on your
household income
- If you or your child or dependent participate in certain government assistance programs such as SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, or
other programs
- If you or your child or dependent already receives a Lifeline benefit
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You may be eligible:
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Additional eligibility resources:
Affordable connectivity program eligibility and
Lifeline program eligibility
FAQs
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Can I receive both the ACP and Lifeline benefits at the same time?
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Yes. You can also combine these benefits with other state and local benefits where available. They can be applied to the same qualifying service or separately to a Lifeline service and an ACP service with the same or different providers.
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If I already received Lifeline benefits, will I automatically receive the ACP benefit too?
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No. You must opt-in with your existing provider or request enrollment in ACP with a participating internet provider. You may choose to receive the benefit from your current Lifeline provider or another provider.
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Is there a list of participating providers?
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Yes. You can find
participating ACP and Lifeline providers on this webpage.
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How do I apply to ACP and/or Lifeline?
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Eligible households can enroll through an approved provider or by visiting the
Federal communications commission webpage.
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Does Lifeline or ACP offer high-speed internet?
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The Biden-Harris administration recently secured partnerships with 20 internet service providers to bring high-speed internet to households with ACP. Eligible families who combine their ACP benefit with one of the providers can receive high-speed internet at no additional cost. You can find the
participating high-speed internet providers on this webpage.
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Additional resources
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