Lifeline Disclosure

Key rules every Lifeline applicant should know.

Last updated September 2026

About Lifeline

Lifeline is a government assistance program. The benefit is non-transferable. Only eligible consumers may enroll, and the program is limited to one discount per household. The discount is up to $9.25 per month (up to $34.25 on qualifying Tribal lands).

Your responsibilities

  • Provide accurate information. False statements can lead to fines, imprisonment or removal from the program
  • Notify your provider within 30 days if you no longer qualify or if someone in your household already receives Lifeline
  • Recertify your eligibility every year
  • Use your service at least once every 30 days, or it may be de-enrolled after notice

Our role

Free iPhone Online is not a Lifeline provider and does not enroll customers. We provide information to help you understand the program. Apply through an approved provider or USAC's National Verifier.

Official resources

Lifeline Support Center (USAC): lifelinesupport.org · National Verifier: checklifeline.org · FCC: fcc.gov/lifeline-consumers