Starlink is extending its “free” internet service for hurricane relief through the end of the year

When Starlink CEO Elon Musk announced on October 1 that all residents in Hurricane Helen’s damage path were eligible for 30 days of free service, it wasn’t clear that customers would still have to pay the fee. $349 equipment fee.

After backlash over the rising costs of internet service, which Starlink declared was free, the company recently extended that coverage by 30 days through the rest of 2024. Those affected by Hurricane Milton are now also eligible for Starlink internet service. On January 1, 2025, Starlink will move all customers to a paid internet subscription at the standard monthly rate of $120.

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Starlink Hurricane Helen relief The page, now revised to include Hurricane Milton, provides detailed instructions for new or existing customers – including customers who are activating multiple groups at once. If you don’t receive a Starlink kit from the government or an organization, you’ll have to purchase your $349 worth of equipment from Starlink or a retailer like Best Buy or Home Depot. Note that purchasing Starlink kits may result in a longer delivery time, as Starlink cannot expedite the delivery service, which usually takes From one to two weeks.

Customers who currently own a Starlink set but qualify for hurricane relief will need to do so Login and Create a support ticket To get the free subscription until the end of the year.

You can check to see if your county qualifies for free internet service by entering your address On the Starlink website.