| Some providers are offering free or discounted internet and increased data allowances. If you have internet at home, review the tips for improving connection problems. |
- Free internet service – If you’re worried about how you’ll access your online classes without public hotspots, Comcast is offering free internet service to new customers who qualify as “low-income” for 60 days. They’re also providing unlimited data and higher internet speed to their customers during the pandemic. If you don’t fall within this qualification or aren’t within the Comcast service area, Charter Communications is also offering free internet service to households with K-12 or college students.
- Access free or discounted internet / data during COVID-19 period. In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, several internet and telecom service providers have pledged to offer free access to the internet or increased data allowances to ensure people can get online during this unprecedented time.
- The FCC’s “Keep America Connected“” initiative pledges to suspend common penalties and expand internet access [US]
- Xfinity [US]
- Spectrum / Charter [US]
- AT&T [US]
- Verizon [US]
- T-Mobile [US]
- More to be added as details become available.