Phones and internet in Alabama

The short answer

If you get SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, federal housing help or veterans pension, or your income is low, Lifeline can lower your phone or internet bill. Apply through the national Lifeline site.

Need help tonight?

911Danger or emergency right now 988Call or text. Crisis or thinking about suicide. 24 hours 211Shelter, food, bills, anything else 1 800 799 7233Someone hurting you at home. Text START to 88788

Lifeline

Lifeline is a federal program that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service for people who qualify. You can qualify through programs like SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance or the Veterans Pension, or by income. Only one Lifeline benefit per household.

Apply for Lifeline About Lifeline (FCC)

Official pages: fcc.gov/lifeline-consumers, lifelinesupport.org

Get online at no cost

Ask 211 or your local public library about computers, Wi Fi and help with forms. Many libraries also help with job applications and printing.

Dial 211

Official page: 211connectsalabama.org

Keep your number

Bunkly tip. Write your important numbers on paper too: 211, your caseworker, your doctor and a family member. If your phone is lost, you still have them.

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Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.

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