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As the nation’s leading authority on Lifeline Assistance, the free government cell phone program, we get a lot of questions. But the question we’re asked most often is, “My cell phone was lost or stolen. How can I get it replaced?” In fact, the question is asked so often that we suspect there may be a major crime ring out there dedicated to stealing free government cell phones (just kidding).

Dozens of companies now compete in the Lifeline program and although their “lost or stolen” policies are generally similar, they’re different enough that we thought we could provide a definite public service by compiling the following comprehensive list all those policies together in one place.

There are five free government cell phone companies that are near national in scope plus dozens of others that compete regionally or in a handful of scattered states across the country. Let’s review the five “national” companies first:

Safelink Wireless Replacement Policy

Safelink Wireless is the largest, oldest and best known of the companies that offer free government cell phones. They have millions of customers in 38 states plus Washington, DC and Puerto Rico. It’s lost or stolen policy says:

Lost or Stolen Phone Policy: For any lost or stolen SAFELINK WIRELESS phone, you may request and receive only one replacement phone per customer. The replacement phone will be a refurbished phone. All reported lost and stolen phones will be permanently deactivated. The replacement phone will include only 10 minutes of lost airtime. Any additional airtime that you may have had on your lost phone will not be replaced. In the event you lose your replacement phone or it is stolen, you will need to purchase an additional phone. If a phone is lost or stolen while in transit to the customer before the customer receives the phone, the lost phone and airtime may be replaced as a onetime courtesy in TracFone’s sole discretion.

Assurance Wireless Replacement Policy

Assurance Wireless is a division of Virgin Mobile. It has grown rapidly and now serves 40 states and the District of Columbia. Its lost or stolen policy states:

What should I do if I lose my Assurance Wireless phone?
Don’t panic. Take another look around and try to find your phone.

If you still can’t locate your phone, let us know right away and we’ll suspend service. That way, once your service is suspended, no one can use your remaining balance. We can help you get a replacement phone (most likely at no charge). We usually can have it to you in just a few days. .

Call us at 1-888-321-5880 to suspend your account.

What should I do if my Assurance Wireless phone breaks within the first year?
Your Assurance Wireless phone comes with a one-year warranty from the original equipment manufacturer. If you experience an equipment malfunction, call us at 1-888-321-5880 and we will arrange for a replacement mobile phone.

Reachout Wireless Replacement Policy

ReachOut currently offers LifeLine service in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Here’s the text of the company’s lost or stolen policy:

Unfortunately, ReachOut Wireless™ like every wireless provider, cannot be responsible for lost or stolen handsets or handsets that are damaged after they are delivered to the subscriber. However, ReachOut Wireless™ now offers phones at a discounted price that includes taxes and shipping for one low price. The make and model of the initial mobile phone you received is random according to ReachOut Wireless™ inventory. You are unable to choose which model of phone you initially receive under the ReachOut Wireless™ program.

However ReachOut Wireless™ now offers you the ability purchase a Samsung, Motorola, LG, Kyocera, Audiovox or Nokia replacement handset. The phone you purchase will be factory tested. You may purchase the same or comparable model that you received from ReachOut Wireless™ the first time. Remember, the phone will be shipped through your USPS Postman, as your original phone arrived. Your phone number will remain the same AND all minutes accumulated on your phone will be transferred over to your new phone. With your replacement phone purchase, you will also receive BONUS minutes depending upon the make & model of the phone you purchase.

Budget Mobile Replacement Policy

Budget currently offers free government cell phone plans in 30 states and have already announced expansion plans into 17 more states and Puerto Rico. Here is the company’s lost or stolen policy:

We can suspend your account so no one can use the phone. If you happen to find your phone, please contact our Customer Service department, so we can restore your services. Unfortunately, if you are unable to find your phone, you will need to purchase a replacement phone.

To purchase a replacement phone, you may stop by your local Budget Mobile store, or you may mail a money order in the amount of $20.00 to: Budget Prepay Inc, 1325 Barksdale Blvd, Suite 200, Bossier City, LA 71112. Please be sure to include your account number or mobile number on the money order.

Life Wireless Replacement Policy

Life Wireless does business in 25 states plus Puerto Rico. It’s lost of stolen policy says:

Lost or Stolen Phones: If your Device is lost or stolen you must contact us immediately to report the Device lost or stolen. If your Device is lost or stolen, you will be responsible for all charges incurred on your phone number until you report the theft or loss. You can report your Device as lost or stolen and suspend your service without a charge by contacting us. You may request a replacement through customer service by paying a $20 replacement fee. Replacements will be shipped within 24 business hours on receipt of payment. After you report the theft or loss to us you remain responsible for complying with your other obligations under this Agreement including, but not limited to, payment of any monthly service fees. We and you have a duty to act in good faith and in a reasonable and responsible manner, including in connection with the loss or theft of your Device.

In addition to the Big Five free government cell phone companies, dozens of smaller, regional companies compete in the Lifeline Assistance business. The companies vary from state to state, so let’s review some of the larger ones:

Assist Wireless Replacement Policy

Assist Wireless offers Lifeline Assistance plans in Arkansas, Maryland and Oklahoma with planned expansion in California, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Pennsylvania and Texas. The company’s lost or stolen policy is as follows:

There is a $25 fee to replace your damaged or lost Lifeline cell phone. You may replace your lost or damaged phone by mailing payment to the address listed below or by completing the online form located on this page using your credit card/debit card. Your handset will be mailed to you at the address you provide in the order. If you choose to mail a check or money order please send payment to the address below:

Assist Wireless
Attention: Phone Replacement
2402 Gravel Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76118

** When mailing in a replacement request please include your name, address, mobile number,
contact number, and a $25 check or money order.**

Cintex Wireless Replacement Policy

This regional Lifeline provider offers cell phone plans in Arkansas, Maine, Maryland, Rhode Island and West Virginia. The company’s website is silent on the subject of any lost or stolen policy, but according to an independent online source this is the policy:

If your phone is lost or stolen, your monthly minutes are not protected or reimbursable until you notify the company of your missing phone. You must call 877-304-9183 or visit Cintex Wireless website, (www.cintexwireless.com) Once the company is notified you can buy a new phone and all remaining time and your old phone number will be transferred to you new phone. If minutes were used during the time your phone was lost, they will not be refunded.

Contact:
Website: Cintex Wireless – Apply
PO Box 10707
Gaithersburg, MD 20898
1(800)826-0337

i-Wireless Replacement Policy

i-Wireless is a division of Cincinnati Bell and serves residents of Ohio only. i-Wireless does business under the Access Wireless name, so don’t be confused. They are one and the same. Here’s the company’s lost or stolen policy:

What should I do if I lose my Access Wireless phone?
If your mobile phone is lost or stolen, you are responsible for charges incurred until you notify us of the loss of your mobile phone by visiting our website at www.accesswireless.com or by calling Access Wireless at 1-866-594-3644. Upon receiving notice that your mobile phone is lost or stolen, Access Wireless will suspend your account. If you do not either activate a new Access Wireless phone or notify us that you have found your old mobile phone within 60 days of the suspension of your account, your account will be deactivated, you will lose your Access Wireless phone number and Access Wireless will assess you a termination charge equal to the balance in your account, which is not refundable even if you reactivate your account. Customers may purchase a new i-wireless phone at the regular retail price at a participating Kroger store or online at www.iwirelesshome.com, or you may choose to receive a refurbished replacement phone for a fee of $30, plus applicable tax.

StandUp Wireless Replacement Policy

StandUp Wireless is a free cell phone provider in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Lost or Stolen Phone Policy: For any lost or stolen STAND UP WIRELESS phone, customer should contact STAND UP WIRELESS at 1-800-544-4441 immediately to suspend account. Customer is responsible for all usage, authorized or unauthorized that occurred between the time phone was lost and when it was reported to STAND UP WIRELESS. The customer is responsible for all costs associated with replacement of the phone.

Terracom Wireless Replacement Policy

This is a regional provider that serves the states of Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, West Virginia or Wisconsin.
Here is how the company’s lost or stolen policy is spelled out on its website:

Lost or Stolen Equipment:

If you lose your handset or have your handset stolen, you are responsible for all charges incurred until TerraCom Wireless is notified of the lost or stolen wireless phone. To report a lost or stolen wireless phone, please contact TerraCom Wireless at the TerraCom America Service Number located above. Upon receiving notice of the lost or stolen phone, TerraCom Wireless will suspend the account immediately. If you do not either activate a new TerraCom Wireless phone or notify us that you have found your wireless phone within 30 days of the suspension of the account, the account will be deactivated and you will lose the TerraCom Wireless phone number.

Yourtel Wireless Replacement Policy

This regional provider, a sister company of Terracom Wireless, offers free government cell phone plans in Kansas, Illinois. Missouri, Maine, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Washington, Rhode Island and Washington. Its lost of stolen policy states:

Unfortunately, YourTel Wireless cannot be responsible for lost or stolen handsets or handsets that are damaged after they are delivered to the subscriber. However, YourTel Wireless now offers phones at a discounted price that includes taxes and shipping for one low price. You may upgrade your phone at any time as long as you have active service with YourTel Wireless.

YourTel Wireless offers you the ability to purchase a Samsung, Motorola, LG, Kyocera, Audiovox or Nokia as a replacement or upgrade handset. The phone you purchase will be factory tested. If you are replacing a lost phone, you may purchase the same or comparable model that you received from the first time. Remember, the phone will be shipped through your USPS Postman, as your original phone arrived. Your phone number will remain the same AND all minutes accumulated on your phone will be transferred over to your new phone.

ATTENTION: Before making your selection, be advised that you are only allowed 1 transaction for any amount, per 24 hour period.

Wireless for Hope Replacement Policy

Wireless is a small, regional player that operates in Arkansas and Louisiana. They also do business as Easy Wireless. The company’s lost or stolen policy is spelled out on the Easy website:

What should I do if I lose my Easy Wireless phone?

Don’t panic. Take another look around and try to find your phone.

If you still can’t locate your phone, let us know right away and we’ll suspend service. That way, once your service is suspended, no one can use your remaining balance. We can help you get a replacement phone. We usually can have it to you in just a few days, and we’ll transfer any remaining balance in your account to your replacement phone.

Call us at 611, or 1-877-476-3451 to speak with a customer service representative and request a new phone.

Tag Mobile Replacement Policy

One of the major regional competitors — Tag Mobile — offers no website information on its lost or stolen policy. Considering the number of cell phone owners who evidently lose their phones or have them stolen, this seems to be a major oversight — one we hope Tag will correct soon.

Other Companies’ Replacement Policies

In addition, some free government cell phone companies — primarily the smallest of the competitors — also neglect to include their lost or stolen policies on their websites. Despite our best efforts, we’ve been unable to determine what those policies may be. Those companies include Alaska Communications (Alaska only), Care Wireless (Illinois), True Wireless (Arkansas, Maryland, Oklahoma, Rhode Island and Texas).

Help Finding your Phone

We know how frustrating it is and how much time can be wasted when your cell phone is lost or stolen. We want to help you find it without having to go through all the rigamarole required to get a new one. Androids and iPhones will let you track the phone’s location if it goes missing, but for most of the Lifeline phones from the above carriers, there is no such feature. The only options available are low tech: look between the sofa cushions, under the bed, and in your cost pockets; and revisit places you were last at.

However, if for some reason you have an iPhone or Android, the following videos will help you to use technology to quickly locate exactly where you phone is.

How to locate your Android phone:

How to locate your iPhone:

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  1. Ileen Rice says

    I have an obama phone which has had battery issues since day one. After six months it has stopped working. I have no other means or phone to call them to get a replacement. What do i do now? If anyone can assist, please contact me at irice2962@gmail.com.

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  2. Sandra Gonzalez says

    How do I get a replacement phone? I have an Android phone that I’ve had for 3 years, old battery as well. I dropped it with the cover protector on and it, stopped working 5 days ago. I’m on Medi-Cal, SNAP and Diabetic and under the care of a Cardiologist for a Heart Condition. I need to be able to have a working phone. Please help me.
    Please use my ulternate email address as the current phone does’nt work and unable to access my emails.
    Thank you Kindly,
    I’ve been reading all the comments and my other question is if i change providers that offer the free phone and service will the same sim card work? I have Skye.

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  3. Jesse Shackle says

    Im homeless and broke my screen on accident and now the want to charge me for a new phone that I can’t afford to do!!; This sucks!!!

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You can easily enroll with a different service provider, Jesse. Since you will be a new customer to that provider, they will give you a new smart phone.

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  4. Chris Haro says

    What is the delay with assurance wireless. I called and reported my phone damaged on 3/1/22. They charged a $25.oo replacement fee. April 15, still no phone I called April 14 and they said it’s now $45.oo. After being place on hold, call dropped and finally they said they would mail it out. Today I tried to log into my account, but it was suspended or lost phone. I reactivated it. I been having a English communication issues because all of the assurance reps are very hard to understand, they must be based over seas in Asia. I also been trying to communicate my frustration on their facebook page.
    Regards Chris

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    • maximillian xanthus mc daniel III says

      I’ve been going through the same thing it’s ridiculous I don’t even use the phone except for doctors appointments and to open the front door.. now I’m being consumed by the damn phone calling waiting only to get hung up on as they listen to only themself talk!I figured it out they don’t understand English…..its rediculas! I can’t afford another 45$ for a damn fone just so I can go to the damn doctor!or open the door!

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  5. Jeannete Aponte says

    I lost my phone from assurance wireless What Can I Do for report that I need RECEIVE a new phone with assurance wireless

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sometime we wonder why we ever bothered to write the article on this page. Literally hundreds of people get to this page and then leave a comment that says “How do I get my phone replaced?” Read, people, read.

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  8. Bonnie Knutsen for Justin Knutsen says

    I got my son approved for SafeLink Service, and his phone feel out of his pocket and he didn’t know it when he sat in his recliner and when he reclined it he heard it break The whole Screen is Creeked bad and pieces of the glass missing, Is there Anyway He can get a Free Replacement Phone Sent to him I Can’t Afford to buy One I’m On SSI and he has no income at all,. I do have a Assurance Phone that company sent me Along time Go never been used and is unlocked,. Could I put his SIMS Card in that one for him, Please Let Me Know what I need to do for him, he don’t know how to do the stuff I do it for him His name is Justin Knutsen Mine is Bonnie Knutsen His Mother

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Replacement policies vary by company, Bonnie. If he has been a customer long enough, some companies will replace one broken/lost/defective phone. Other companies all a once-a-year policy. You/he will need to contact his service provider’s customer service team.

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  9. roxanne darracott says

    I’m in wi and have old safelink wireless trac phone. It is so old,battery will not hold a charge.after hours on phone, I was tols I would have buy new phone & they could transfer my minutes. I’m too afraid to click any other places to get different phone due to fraud. what can I do? I’m on soc,sec,housing & snap.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      First thing you need to do is contact Safelink customer service (call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone). Depending on how long you’ve been a customer, they may be willing to replace your old phone.

      Second, if they won’t replace it, you can always switch to service from a different Lifeline company. The new company will give you a free smart phone. Just make sure you enroll in a plan that offers a smart phone and not just a SIM card. When you make the switch, make sure you tell them repeatedly that you want to “port over my current phone number.” Confirm it again at the end of your conversation.

      Here’s where you can find all the free government cell phone plans in your state in case you want to switch:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

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    • Henry says

      If your mobile phone is locked, I would contact customer service using a land line phone. However, many have dumped their landline phone service. If you are one of these folks, use a computer to contact the company. if you have no computer access, then go to a public library to go online. If you cannot get access to a phone or computer from somewhere, then you are “dead in the water”. You were able to post your comment while having an unusable phone, so you must have computer access.

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  11. Ileen Rice says

    The Obama phone I received came with a defective battery. I have tried calling to get it replaced, but the phone dies before I can talk to someone. Is there someone who can contact me or send me a new phone? I can be reached at *****k@gmail.com or by phone at 863-212-****. This is the only phone I have at present.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Ileen, but we are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website that is NOT affiliated with any free government cell phone companies in any way.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry to hear about your medical issue, Shawna. Unfortunately, we are not your service provider so we cannot help you.

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  13. Janet Burke says

    I was wanting to upgrade my phone…its freezing up I have factory reset it it does the same thing and won’t hold charge…

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  14. Roy Dotson says

    My cell phone was stolen and it’s thur SafeLink and I really need a replacement phone how can I get one please

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It all depends on how long you’ve been a Lifeline customer and which service provider you use. Some companies are very strict and others actually allow you to replace your phone annually. You can check the terms and conditions on your service provider’s website or call customer service.

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  16. Nancy says

    Am I the only person that read the article? lol too funny. My question is…. Why didn’t I see anything about truconnect are they a state cell company or what?

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      TruConnect was not a significant service provider when the article was originally written, Nancy.

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  17. Colleen Weger says

    I got a replacement phone a couple months ago. When I received it would not let me call out. No matter what number I tried to call. It would connect back to assurance wireless. How can I get a new one? Can’t call on it so please. Helps

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Get in touch with your service provider’s customer service team and raise hell, Colleen.

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  18. Ginger Foster says

    I have a SafeLink phone I’ve had for a couple months it worked for a little bit and now it’s crazy acting I can’t get to work I need a replacement this is on SafeLink government phone it says I got the minutes and stuff but my phone does not work

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is an independent informational website, Daniel. We are not affiliated with any Lifeline service provider, so we cannot offer any order forms. You need to contact the service provider by phone or online.

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  23. Danuell Marcum says

    My safelink phone accidentally got broken I’m really sorry it was an accident & I still have the phone if u need me to send it back in but it doesn’t work!!!! I just didn’t know what to do to get another phone sorry!!!

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  25. Jessica A Neff says

    Please look into Qlink wireless. The owner of that business is a convicted criminal to the tune of tax evasion. (He’s also from a different country and apparently did illegal things there as well)

    Many customers report being unable to terminate their services. The company doesn’t provide a phone, but they tell you they do until you’re approved and signed with them. Once you’re approved, they charge $35 for a phone and provide very minimal help. I recently signed back up with them in hopes of keeping my Qlink number. But to my surprise, they recycled my number and now have locked me into receiving just a sim card. Whereas I could have used a different provider and gotten a cell phone.

    There was a Facebook group dedicated to Qlink customers and in that group, incredibly large amounts of fraud were discussed. Like how 100,000 accounts are still being funded by the LLP, yet none of the accounts are being used.

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  27. Crystal K Archer says

    My true connect phone has been beyond damaged requesting a replacement to the address (DELETED)

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Now tell us the truth, Crystal. You didn’t read the article on this page, did you?

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  28. Jamie says

    My phone has been stolen from my sorry excuse of a human being SMH. He has stolen my phone. And I need it turned off immediately please. U can reach me at 206 758 ****. Thank u. The phone that he stole from is 253 339 ****.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are not your service provider, Jamie. You need to contact that company’s customer service team to cancel your service.

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  29. Kim Plant says

    There are so many ppl that have the same problem the phone that is sent out doesnt work . I cant tell you how many cases I have heard that have gotten a phone from assurance and it wont hold a charge or it will not charge or it malfunctions in some way it seems like You just want the $25 for a replacement phone When the phone never worked from day one and they have no way to prove it. What a scam you should just charge the $25 from the start . Instead of going through all the nonsense of sending a junk phone that never worked .

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We agree with you except for one major point, Kim. We are not Assurance. We have no connection with Assurance. This is an independent informational website.

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  32. James Eugene Redden says

    My SafeLink phone was delivered to the wrong address I need to get a replacement ASAP here’s a phone number you can reach me at 573-772-**** call between the hours of 12pm – 10pm thank you

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, James, but we are not your service provider. You need to reach out to that company’s customer service team ASAP.

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      • Kari Martin says

        Hi my name is Kari Martin and my SafeLink phone was stolen and I desperately need a replacement phone if at all possible please I need it for work and I also have children I need to be able to contact everyday. My number is 1-681-505-****

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  33. Bonita savage says

    I’m being told I already gave a safe link phone and I dont. They want the phone number how do I give something I don’t have I just moved here Feb 2021 I don’t understand

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is our “lost, stolen or broken phone” page. Did you have one lost, stolen or broken? If so, you had a numbers. If not, you’re on the wrong page.

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  34. Shun says

    I’ve been trying to switch my mothers phone out because the old one is giving her problems. I’ve called the 611 number SEVERAL times to try to switch it over but all i get is the recording saying to call back in 15 mins ALLLLL THE TIME. No over answers the phone. Very unprofessional!!!! Just like now i’ve been on hold for 20 mins and getting the same run around, “all representatives are busy PLEASE HOLD”. I just need to know how to switch her phone!! is that to much to ask for?????

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We sympathize with you, Shun. That does not sound like too much to ask for. That would drive us crazy, too.

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  35. Fielding DaMeron says

    My SCHOK Volt 55 phone from Assurance Wireless simply stopped working. I’ve called the (888)321-5880 number many times, but I only get a beep, beep, beep. Any suggestions?

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  36. Tonia markley says

    My phone got stolen I called company phone w said wasn’t able to replacement didn’t in number needed on other cell got stolen need phone please help me please thank u Tonia marklwy company was safelink wireless one but program as well email.back at call me at (NUMBER DELETED). thank u. By way using boyfriend cell get this taken care of as well

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  37. coylynne prather says

    i bought trac phone for safelink. its no longer working. may i please have replacement phone. i cannot afford to buy another one. (PERSONAL CONTACT INFO DELETED) on medicaid and ebt access food. safelink is my vendor. trac phone do not give away free phones.

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        • Aries says

          Yall r a very rude smart a×× if u catch my drift .people r out there struggling asking for help n wat do yall do…basically laugh like it a joke

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          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            It’s an absolutely mystery to us what could possibly be wrong with the answer we gave. We are not a service provider. This is an independent informational website. Who would possibly benefit if we told our readers anything else?

  40. James Westen says

    So what do you do when your crazy c**t girlfriend throws your 6 month old assurance wireless phone that worked just fine and had unlimited everything against the wall? I don’t see a Google page for that, but I bet I’m not the first to have this problem.

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        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          We do what we can. Sometimes the muse of humor blesses us, sometimes the muse of sarcasm does the touching, and sometimes the muse of WTF whacks us up the side of the head.

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    • Henry says

      If your phone is damaged by vandalism, most Lifeline providers do NOT provide free replacements. There is usually some kind of replacement service fee to get another phone. There are some companies who offer no phone at all and you must BYOD from the beginning. Each company has their own policies. You must hash it out directly with the company. Or move your business elsewhere.

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        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Henry can’t help you because he’s just a private citizen, and we can’t help you because this is an independent informational website. Did you read the article?

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        • Steven Lewis says

          Hi i need a replacement phone its my first one in years i hope yall will send me one free please my address is not the same

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          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            We can’t send you anything, Steven. This is an independent informational website and we have no affiliation with your service provider nor any other service provider.

  41. steve o daughenbaugh says

    On the chance this website does know what to do, where to lead us folks that no longer possess our state paid for phones. Its not somewhere in our homes finding from us. In my case, was having difficulties setting phone up, I called the co.(truconnect) the helpful co. they are told me, i was on my own with this issue, the operator said they were unable to help me on their end. Yes, this put me in shock! Would have to find someone myself to set it up. Not knowing anyone to help me i took a chance on a acquaintance and that idiot lost my state paid phone. None of this being my fault except for maybe! Truconnect said still! the next one was going to be on me. So, am i to read between the lines and pleasant people are saying we can just move on over to one of the co. you have posted? Can you switch from one co. to another? Which is what i’m hoping to do?

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    • Henry says

      I assisted a relative with getting Lifeline service with Truconnect recently, so I can tell what you I experienced. A free phone was available IF you opted into the EBB program. They offered a very small selection that were free (low end smart phones). If you did NOT opt into EBB, you had to pay for the phone at a price under $100. I was not going to pay for a low end smart phone when I could find a better model at the same price. Truconnect sent a SIM card which I inserted into a donated older model iPhone. The phone was previously under AT&T and could not get connected after it was activated. Strangely, the phone was able to dial out to Truconnect customer service before it was officially activated. After activation, it said “no service”. I obtained for my relative an older model Google phone (more capacity than the models being offered by Truconnect). Put in the SIM card for the unlocked phone and it works with the wireless service. BTW, Truconnect was selling an older iPhone model for $200. No thanks.

      The wireless service is free. There is no free phone in the Lifeline program if you read all of the details. Some companies may give out free phones with signing up, but after that you are on your own. Some may offer warranties for the phone for a limited time. It all varies between companies. If you don’t like their policies, then move on elsewhere. If you don’t want to switch and argue it out with the provider, then that is your choice, and you must bear the consequences.

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  42. steve o daughenbaugh says

    This page is crap!! it offers no solution to how when ones cell phone gets stolen. Telling the public about companies that do have good replacement plans does not take care of my problem. Because i don’t know, don’t think once this has happened to me that i can just jump to another government co. and start over again. And that is what i would have to do because the co. i choose without knowing it does not have a customer friendly free placement plan. With mine i’d have to pay(TruConnect) with dearly i’d thought about that in the beginning. But!! this ill informing page does not address the heading of this page at all. Only telling we the public of good co. we can go to. How often i have come across this searching the internet for answers/help to a question. Always only telling me where to go and who does.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Wow. It sucks to be you, Steve. Sorry our meager efforts were not enough to meet your strict standards. Oh, and happy new year.

      Reply

      • steve o daughenbaugh says

        Thankyou much for your quick response, wish i had picked a government cell co as on it as you folks. You wait an hr for truconnect to talk with you then only to hear your issue is your own problem. You are told by them fine folks, want another- tell us how much you got and we’ll talk! Maybe, I’m blind where is it on your fabulously informed page about what to do when your in my yes! sucky turned over boat? Is the answer right here in front of us and i just ain’t look’in at it? Cause dear website, I see all but our question being answered. thankyou.

        Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Your comment reads like stream of consciousness, Steve. You jumped around so much that we’re not even sure what you’re asking.

          Reply

        • Henry says

          This article does not specifically mention the Truconnect provider policy regarding replacement phones, so it is lacking in that respect. Note that with the other companies mentioned, their policies about replacement phones is subject to change. So for your case, you particular issue is not addressed. I have a relative who recently got service with Truconnect and just got a SIM card in the mail. I helped with the online application and saw what phones they offered. The free phones offered are low end smart phones. If you did not opt into EBB, you had to pay for the low end phone. They also participate with a third party phone seller that offer better phones, but at much higher prices. I could have applied for the EBB program through Truconnect for my relative, but I said they will give you a cheap phone and if it breaks, will likely replace with another cheap phone. With the upcoming 5G wireless service replacement, staying with a low end phone is not likely a good choice, even if it is free. I got an older model Google Pixel phone at close to the same price as they were charging for their low end models, but with much more RAM and storage space and much better cameras. So if you can afford it, I would skip the free phones provided by any of the Lifeline providers. They only will send out very old models or models with minimal capacities. If you cannot afford it, I do feel sorry for those customers who have to rely on the low end phones that are sent out. For the EBB program, the tablet, desktop, or laptop purchase program offers low end devices. The providers are receiving a subsidy for the service and device costs and it is not really much at all, so they only offer under powered devices that will allow you to make calls, texts, and get on the internet. That is the core function of the program.

          Reply

  43. Gretchen Bennett says

    I am an assurance customer, and my phone key pad on my phone is not working. When I press zero it comes up an 8. I need to get a new phone. I have called assurance wireless 2 times and they stated they would send me a new phone. I need a new phone because I am 60 yrs old and live alone. Can you please help me with this?

    Reply

    • steve o daughenbaugh says

      I don’t understand what this dear woman’s issue is? Why is she is for help? The co. has told her she will get another phone. So!, be happy help is on the way. Unlike some of us who are having our cell co. tell us we will have to pay for a replacement. And don’t know if we can move on to another co and just start over. Maybe we are only allowed one time/one choice of a free government cell company. A good question i wish this page had addressed.

      Reply

      • Henry says

        The original commenter is worried that her request is being ignored and that she will just get the run around about the replacement phone. If they did not send her a tracking number, then likely nothing was sent out to her. She thinks this forum is some kind of troubleshooting assistance site which it is not.

        The Lifeline program allows you to change companies after your service is terminated. If you do not use the service for each 30 days duration, your subscription gets cancelled. You are not stuck with one company UNLESS there is some kind of requirement that you must remain a member for a particular duration (such as the case of Cintex wireless free phone offer which requires you to stick with them for 6 months or pay for the free phone).

        Go to the USAC.ORG website for more information about Lifeline.

        Here is the excerpt from the site regarding switching providers.
        ——————————————————————————————————-
        To transfer your benefit to another company, contact a company that offers Lifeline and ask them to transfer your Lifeline benefit. You may need to reapply before your company can transfer you.

        When your new company is ready to transfer you, they will need the following information to process the request:

        Your full name, date of birth, last four digits of your Social Security number or Tribal ID number, home address, phone number, and
        Your consent (verbal or written)
        You will be required to give your consent acknowledging that once the transfer is complete, you will lose your benefit with the previous company.
        You will need to acknowledge that the new company has explained that consumers may not have more than one Lifeline benefit per household.
        In most cases, you should not experience an interruption in service.
        ————————————————————————————————————–

        You have to initiate the switch in providers by contacting the new company to process the transfer. You should call them or use online chat. Sending an email or text message may not get a response.

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  47. Jann Hebrank says

    The Qlink phone company that I am dealing with is scamming me. I was told I would get a free phone and after 5 months I was then told that program no longer exists and I had to pay for a phone. I paid for the phone and it shows that it was delivered but it was not in my mailbox and the post office claims they do not know what happened to it. I cannot afford another phone and I want to report their company for fraud. They refuse to give me a refund and will not send me another phone until i pay for another one. It is a scam

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  48. Arnold Christian says

    My phone has a volume problem. Some how it got a tiny cut on the volume down button. It constantly turns down the volume and I miss calls.. it also will not work when I put it in the phone case. It seems like a easy fix, just send me a new back case for the phone where the battery is held. Let me know if you can help. Thank you. **********@gmail.com. 631-764-****

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  49. Tonya Lynn Roller says

    I need to know how to get a phone when the company I applied through an was approved, obviously gave my phone to some one somewhere and that being said they are saying I have an account with a active phone so my point is I still never got a phone I have no phone still an so the guy say do you think Its been stole I said 100 percent it’s never been here to be stole but need to report it stolen an I need a phone replacement for a phone I never got. Trying to make me pay 30 bucks for it …I am applying for free phone service does it sound like I can afford a replace fee for something I neve3 got never saw never used
    Why should I have to pay for some thing rhatbus al re ady free

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  53. Tereasa Tollett says

    What if you have a government phone that will not work at your home you have to drive into town for it to work can’t get teuconnect to answer phone they won’t reply to emails been on hold for over an hour several times

    Reply

  54. Jerri Reynolds says

    I still have my government phone. Jerri Reynolds DOB. **/**/****. Over 3,000 minutes left, however, I did not use it for quite sometime…Need my carrier name and upgrade to a better phone. Email: *****@gmail.com

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not your service provider so we do not have that information, Jerri. If your phone still works, use it to call 6-1-1. Your service provider will answer. If it doesn’t work, your account has probably been terminated due to non-usage (30 days is the limit). In that case, you are free to enroll with any company offering plans in your state. Here’s where you can find them:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  56. Edna says

    I have a lifeline phone, I work on the weekends and leave my 13 and 15 year old sons at home. Is there a way to get one for them so we can stay in touch while working my 12hr shifts?

    Reply

    • Christy Witt says

      Edna,
      This option is not free but I got my kids ( teens) really inexpensive service at Twigby. You do have to pay for your phones upfront but the monthly cost is really low particularly if you do not put data on their phones they can use wifi though if they are out.

      Reply

  57. Patricia says

    I had a SafeLink free phone an someone stole it an how do I go about getting another phone when I had moved to Lexington KY an forgot the phone number to it

    Reply

    • Taraus shephard says

      Need the phone number to get another phone somebody stole or lost it I need a phone because of my health please help

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        We don’t know who your service provider is, but we provide each service provider’s contact info on its individual page.

        Reply

  58. Pamela GREEN says

    Please help me get out of cintex wireless because I never received a call phone its been since June I would like to sign up with someone who is ligett no falsely advertising 🤔

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      The article tells you everything you need to know. Have you confirmed that you were officially enrolled?

      Reply

  59. Pamela GREEN says

    I signed up with cintex wireless never received a phone can’t get in touch with anyone to find out about the phone everything i email them they say the phone will arrive soon but 4 months later still no phone I would like to unenroll so I can sign up with another provider please tell me how to disenroll if you can’t get intouch with anyone please help me

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone and your provider’s service team will answer.

      Reply

      • Lj Martins says

        Jesus Christ the new phone arrived and it does not work !as well. Prayer, just prayer! I’m so over it, My doctors my contacts, financial busniss, are in a bliss of a eclipes. I will wear out and be dead eventually, due to one person sabotaging my account.
        Sorry for the hope, really I am.in every regard.
        Thankyou for your time and kindness, Lj.

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  63. Lj Martins says

    Hello All,
    My situation may be resolved, I called Lifeline Support Center, they recertified and reestablish my service. This is the # 1-888-641-****, connect dail #6, and then wait for prompt, dail. 1.
    The company knew they were wrong and had sent my replacement phone out 2days ago. I verified it with FedEx.. Funny how that worked out, when in the meantime I was communicating with the Lifeline Support Center.
    Happy Trails,
    Thankyou for your time and kindness Respectfully Lj Martins

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  64. LjMartins says

    Also thankyou for responding, I hope you can give me some guidends., in this matter, a mediator would really be great!

    Thankyou for your time and kindness Respectfully LjMartins

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  65. Lj Martins says

    Hi, so this temp. New broad band service is sorely needed, I applied and am now receiving it. My lifeline account for my cell phone was sabotaged, I believe to account that I did not choose my lifeline provider for this purpose. I was strung along for 2 weeks for a replacement phone where my phone stopped working. I cancelled this company. Was my lifeline cell service allowed with the Broadband Program? Did I sabotage my self unknowingly? My Lifeline service began 2016. What do I do?
    Thankyou for your time and kindness Respectfully Lj Martins

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Yes, you can have both programs with no problem. And don’t be too tough on yourself, LJ, because there are lots of things that could have gone wrong. Have you spoken to your service provider’s customer service team?

      Reply

      • LjMartins says

        Yes, and it was lie after lie constantly being mislead. Broken phone was reported and arrange,ment for replacement was June 29,2021. I was told it would arrive in 7 to 10 business days, It never arrived. Then the lies began for 10 more days. The result was some kind of internal investigation, never would answer why I was being denied service and phone or why there was a investigation. I cancelled the Service because of this behavior.No one likes to be mistreated, especially me. This company seem to think they can miss treat you. It was not like that until I said I don’t want my broadband thru them. How do I move forward I need my phone, I am disabled and very ill. I made the company aware of it.

        Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          There’s nothing we can do to help, LJ. This is an independent informational website. We have no authority nor access to any mediators. Best of luck. Please keep us posted and let our readers know what happens next.

          Reply

        • Kristy Bradburn says

          No one deal with blink wireless I put a new phone order in and mind you I’ve been with them since 2015 or so and they’ve been “sending it” solve may 2021! And yet my minutes are used only like 8 and than some random texts each month (June, July) and when I call even the auto system lies! Saying it will be an additional “7-10 day” than when I got to a live person he told me the truth y’all ready for this? “Well mam” I hate that when they talk to us how they make you feel some sort if way about injuries about our accounts. So he said that “theyre out of sim cards and are unable to supply the cellphone without a sim card and that my service order is still valid “
          Me : yeahhh almost 4 months later I told him to close my account and I want a email to prove I’m not getting more than the one service in my house as I don’t need that craziness in my world..
          He said he would be sending one immediate to 72 hours later well nothing still .so I went to inquire for another service I’m still with lifeline and they said I have til October to validate??? For assurance wireless and they’re stating that my old number is still in the system so maybe it’s under that number idk? And at the end of the application and the end of the verifier by life line the page said the info about validate before 10/28/2021 and that the page will close, so than I tried to check status and states theres no information on application status..im ready to pull my hair out why would anyone lie so much with no problem ⚠️ ugh smh lord help me from Michigan..i need the number cuz every one I’ve called goes to silence and straight to thank you for offer to take our survey I didn’t btw. I seen you had the number and had luck can I please have it..im begging because it didn’t show the full number on your comment email me please at kristybradburn0@ Gmail.com or if say on here but I honestly don’t know how I got this far I’ve been looking for help I’m sure you know how that goes after all you went through too.thank you Kristy Bradburn – Michigan

          Reply

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            You wrote “blink wireless” but no company with that name participates in the Lifeline free government cell phone program, so we assume you meant Q Link. Is that correct?

      • LjMartins says

        Yes, over 20 days of lies and deciet, constantly being mislead. On June 28 2021 I reported my phone not working dead, would not receive a charge, Arrangement were made for replacement phone same day .10 days went by and nothing arrived. And being mislead and the lies and deceit began for 10 more days. The last manager rep. Said there was a internal investigation, never would say why?, or why I was being denied the phone or service. I told them I am disabled and Kill, and no one should be treated in this manner especially some one who is ill. The stress of speaking to the culture “asian” is already over whelming and no one is responsible. I cancelled the phone and service the communication ordeal is all wrong ., It wasn’t like this until I told them I had another company for my Broadband. They have no respect for our government.. Yet they will take the money, treating the some sick clients like dukey.

        Thankyou for responding,

        Please help me move forward, A mediator would be great.
        Thankyou for your time and kindness Respectfully Lj Martins

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  66. casey says

    can i use a unlocked phone i have already with the sim card sent with phone?? how am i suppoose to call if my phone broke… i have no way to call

    Reply

  68. Jenna says

    I need a phone and they keep saying i cant get one but it’s been like 5 years since i had one. Every time is says i cant

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Why can’t you get another one? Are they telling you that records show you already have one?

      Reply

      • Gary ebner says

        Phone went black no response at all, battery reads 4,05 on my volt meter, not dead batt but acts like it,ordered new phone on 6/04/21!paid assurance wireless
        Approximatly
        $26.95 on 6/04/21
        And on 6/11/21, still no phone? I need to contact my dr.s, I need to check bank bal + pay my bills! I cannot get my medicine,nor can I schedule transportation for Drs. Or MRI APPOINTMENT! IF I NEED AMBULANCE, POLICE, OR FIRE DEPT, IM SCREWED! SIGNED GARY EBNER.
        DEAD IN THE WATER

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  70. Kristina says

    My phone was broken by my boyfriend it’s domestic violence case …I need a phone or a sim card with same number please asap

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Read the article again, Kristina, and see if it says you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Search the internet for an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?” Read that article. It should tell you everything you need to know.

      Reply

  73. Connie Hartwick says

    Lol!! I feel sorry for you having to answer with the same thing over and over again.
    ” read the article” wow, they are morons are t they? I would have quit if I was you. I just had to comment, you do a great job, I would have quit in the 1st day or have been fired!

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Hah! The comment immediately preceding yours (on a different article) says, and we quote, “You don’t need to be a prick. Poor dude is clearly confused.”

      Reply

  74. Brianna Giorno says

    My phone is broken and I’m unable to use it at all I am requesting a replacement phone please my address is
    (ADDRESS DELETED)
    DOB
    */**/****

    I have horizon NJ health

    Last 4 of SS# ****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Check that article again, Brianna, and see if it says you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment on this website.

      Reply

  75. sharenna morris says

    i still have my assurance wireless android cell phone but its been over a year since ive used my cell phone. the cell phone comes on yet it has no minutes on it and i would like to know if i can use this phone and have it activated with a new number for free?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Call Assurance Wireless customer service to ask that question. We would think you could use the phone, but we are not willing to guarantee that 100%.

      Reply

  76. MAGGIE WALKER says

    HOW AM I GOING TO CALL YOU WHEN I DON’T HAVE A PHONE????
    MY CELL # IS 774 268 **** MY PIN IS 508394****
    AND MY DOGS NAME IS ******
    i HAVE AN OLDER PHONE HERE i’D FORGOTTEN ABOUT. cAN i
    USE THAT IF YOU ACTIVATE IT? PLEASE!!
    M. WALKER
    (ADDRESS DELETED)

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You aren’t going to call us because we don’t have a phone, either. We are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website. Have you tried to contact your service provider by going through its website? If that’s not an option you will need to borrow a phone.

      Reply

  77. April York says

    My safelink phone is damaged and I need a replacement phone. Everything I have tried hasn’t worked. All websites and phone numbers have been NO help. Please I need a replacement phone.

    Reply

  78. Linda johnson says

    Just got my free assurance phone and it turns on but there is just a white screen. Thats all, it wont do anything. All the phone numbers for help centers are either disconnected or unavailable at this time. I cant use the 611 feature because the phone wont turn on to a home screen, just a blank white screen. What are my options? Who can I call to soeak to a live person?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Unfortunately, Linda, you just have to keep trying. It must be incredibly frustrating.

      Reply

    • Mary says

      Call 1-888-321-5880. Follow all prompt to report lost, stolen or broken phone. You will eventually get a human being. They will help you if y’all just take the time to reach out and be patient. Nobody reads article in full anymore not comprehend things like in the old days (making 5 f***ing years ago). Pay attention people. This sure had no control over your damn phones. It’s an informational site. Get educated

      Reply

  79. Idzia de jesus says

    I got my SafeLink chip it has no phone number I can’t even activate it what should I do with this situation

    Reply

  80. Ray P Kuta says

    I need a new government phone and I don’t remember my cell phone number. Can you help me out with one. Here is my name, address, City and state and zip code. (DELETED)

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We cannot help you, Ray. This is an independent informational website so there is no way for us to know your phone number nor service provider.

      Reply

  81. Heidi Hurd says

    I have only had my cell phone for about 3-4 months, and my phone is broken.. I had to download an app to be able to talk into it to send a message… because the whole middle of my phone (numbers and letters) do not work. I cannot even make any phone calls.. I want to keep my phone on until I get a replacement but what can I do? Can someone please help me.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Did you read the article, Edward? Some service providers are willing to replace a phone annually, but some won’t.

      Reply

  83. Jill Kegler says

    I had an Obama phone maybe 10 years ago. But I have no idea where it is now. I tried setting up with qlink or one of those but they had a record of me getting a phone and said I can’t get another one. They also said they could activate it in 10 minutes. I don’t know how they can do that when I don’t even know where it is . What can I do is there any way that I can get a different phone?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      That’s a crazy answer because one of the primary rules of the program is that you are required to recertify annually. Since you have not recertified in many years, you should be able to enroll with any company offering plans in your state. Here’s where you can find them all:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  84. Cherie Kazmira Volante says

    okay – i have had the FREE hot pepper phone for a few years now …. there is NO WAY to change the battery on it & the phone has been wonky for many months now: it will not hold a charge & just shuts itself off during calls or texts or taking pictures or using calculator, etc … i make sure to keep up with the updates & all that — but it’s still not right :'( … can i use an old cell phone i have & just get a chip or sim card or whatever (!!!) & transfer my number & everything to an old phone (that does have the capacity to change the battery if needed) & keep my FREE account the same or what ??? … i’m sorry, but this HELP page has NOT helped me much at all :'( :'( :'( & i’d REALLY appreciate some help here

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You may be able to use that old phone, but only if it’s compatible with your service provider’s network. Speak to your customer service team to find out if it is.

      You always have the option of switching to a different company. They will consider you a new customer and give you a smart phone.

      Reply

  86. Luba Havraniak says

    I cannot get my phone to turn on. It seems to have a bug. This is last year’s model. Do I get a new phone if this one’s dead?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Depends on your company, Luba. Some companies offer annual replacements, others don’t. You’ll need to check with your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  87. robert egbert says

    Ive had my phone for three and a half years phone is not working well . I tried some trouble shooting with the SafeLink Rep for about twenty minutes nothing worked But he kept trying to trouble shoot the same thing over and over . Just replace my Phone and stop all the Trouble Shooting its obvious it is not going to fix it . I just told him to have a nice day and hung up .

    Reply

    • John Landry says

      Where can I buy a replacement phone mine is cracked and I locked the screen now my numbers or letters aren’t working to unlock it I need my phone it’s our only one where can I purchase one?
      Help me please

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        Phones are available almost anywhere (Walmart, Amazon, etc) but you must make sure the one you buy is compatible with your service provider’s network. Find the model you want and contact your service provider’s customer service team to make sure of the compatibility. Your service provider undoubtedly offers phones, too, but you can get them cheaper and better elsewhere. JUST MAKE SURE THEY ARE COMPATIBLE.

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  91. Kevin Boyce says

    I’ve had my phone for over 5 years and it’s just wearing out, can receive and send texts, but out going calls are getting random at best, I do need a replacement phone, but it’s important that I keep the same telephone number, I am unable to call direct, due to the problems stated, I am disabled an bedridden and this is the only way I can get in touch with my doctors for medication and in house support

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s pretty simple to keep your current number. First of all, your service provider may give you a free replacement phone based on how long you’ve been a customer. If not, you can always switch to a different service provider and that company will give you a free smart phone. In order to keep your number, you need to tell the customer service agent that you “want to port over my current phone number.” Repeat it a couple times while you’re enrolling and make them confirm at the end of the conversation that they are porting over your current phone number.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are not your service provider, Idilla, so we have no idea. Contact that company’s customer service team.

      Reply

  93. Dawn Sherwood says

    SafeLink said they’re going to send me a new phone haven’t received it 3 weeks don’t know where it’s at

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      See if you can find an article called “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone.” Something like that would probably be a lot of help.

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        My patience is broke. Read the damn article, people. No one is going to help you if you simply leave a message here telling us that your phone is broke.

        Reply

        • Taina says

          IF YOUR ARE SUPPOSED TO BE PROFESSIONAL , “YOU CERTAINLY ARE NOT”, WITH THE BAD LANGUAGE AND ALSO RESPONDING TO A CUSTOMER THAT OBVIOUSLY NEEDS SOME TYPE OF HELP WITH THEIR PHONE ISSUES!!!

          Reply

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            MAJOR LEAGUE MORON. NOT AMATEUR MORON. NOT MINOR LEAGUE MORON. MAJOR LEAGUE MORON.
            READ THE DAMN ARTICLE.

    • Kellie M says

      I’ve lost my safe link sims card. I have a phone that is compatible but can safe link send a replacement sims free? And is their a way i can report lost sims /replacement online without having to call?

      Reply

        • Kellie M says

          I was trying to put my sims in new phone and laid it on kitchen counter and it fell between kitchen wall and counter and i can’t get it unless i tear down wall or counter..ive read the article but did not see anything about sims card only about replacement phone/ lost or stolen. I may have over looked it tho

          Reply

          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            That’s a one of a kind way to lose your SIM card, Kellie. The answer is probably the same, however. Contact your service provider’s customer service team. They will probably require you to pay for your replacement SIM.

          • Shari says

            Get a wire hanger and some chewing gum, chew the gum while you straighten out the hanger, chew it till all the sugar is gone and it tastes bad then stick it to the end of the hanger, be careful to not touch the wall or cabinet, fish out your sim card.

  95. TeresaTaylor says

    I wanted to know how can I get a replacement phone I’m not able to get around like I want you and I want to know if I could buy one from you all for my replacement phone I have heart problems and diabetes and CLL so I want to know could I get a phone please could I get a phone please I will buy one right now from you all this at all possible cuz I made my phone I lost it this is my Safelink telephone number

    Reply

  96. R Lawson says

    My brother is VERY disable he needs my assistance to get a new phone. I am his sister in NV he lives in TX

    His phone will not make calls and barely receives a text

    How do I go about helping him get a phone to him, he is very sick on medications and has a hard time reading with headaches and many ailments.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s not going to be easy unless you hold a power of attorney, R. It might work if you can set up a conference call (excuse us for being old fashioned because it’s probably called a Zoom call now) with your brother and the customer service department at your/his chosen provider. The problem is that you cannot legally speak on his behalf and enroll him.

      Reply

  101. Joseph Pope says

    I’ve had my phone for about 4yrs or more, now the phone won’t even come on anymore, so I need a new one please.

    Reply

  102. Simone Daniel says

    I was robbed of my phone area code 916-507-**** my name is Simone Daniel may you please cut off my services please I need everything deleted on the phone immediately I appreciate your help and will I be able to get another phone I will have to replace please give me a call back thank you

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are not your service provider, Simone, so we cannot cut off your services. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  104. Collin Q says

    I have Safelink and i was wondering if i buy a new phone from the Safelink website will me service automatically be on my new phone once i receive it?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Contact Safelink customer service by calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone. They will be able to tell you the exact process.

      Reply

  105. Edward Folta says

    I have an account w/assurance. I dropped my phone the other day,then accidently stepped on part of it.The screen is broke, I’d like to know where to even begin to find out what my options are for the screen to be repaired? L’m lost, can’t even talk to a person, to find out? The phone works ok….?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      No Lifeline company that we are aware of repairs phones. If you’re lucky, and if you’ve had the account long enough, they may replace it for free. They may charge you a reasonably small fee to replace it. The only way to find out is to call 6-1-1 to speak to customer service or check the company website to see if it offers any info.

      You also have the option of switching to a different Lifeline company. It will consider you a new customer and offer you a new smart phone. Here’s an article that tells you how to make the switch:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Simple. Two answers: First, check with your service provider’s customer service team to find out if they will provide a free replacement. A number of companies now offer replacement phones once per year. Second, if your provider own’t replace your phone, switch to a different provider. They will consider you a new customer and give you a smart phone. Here’s an article that tells you how easy it is to make the switch:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It depends on whether it is compatible with the network of the service provider you select. Speak to that company’s customer service team and they should be able to tell you.

      Reply

  111. Carrie says

    I broke my phone and my friend let me have her old one, but i can’t get the sim card to take in her old phone. Both are the same umx

    Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Many companies now offer to replace phones once per year. Call your customer service reps (6-1-1 on your free government cell phone) to find out if that’s a service your service provider offers.

          Reply

  113. Mia V Sepulveda says

    Need a replacement phone the one i have is starting to glitch and its also closing out apps while I’m using them. And the back button isn’t working anymore. i really need a new one so please can you help me.

    Reply

  120. Theresa Heiderscheidt says

    Ok I will start by saying WOW, How many people can write such well explained questions but still cant READ.
    I am not associated with anything online nor am I any way attached to this link. I happened upon it looking for the answer to how to get ahold of a human at safelink to replace my phone.
    It clearly states BEFORE the comments..printed just below this box I am writing in…the information needed and what this link CAN’T do. Sheesh ..shaking my head.

    Reply

  121. Veronica says

    Ok people once again THEY ARE NOT AFFILIATED OR ASSOCIATED WITH ANY OF THE FREE CELL PHONE COMPANIES!!! THEY ARE A SERVICE TO HELP GUIDE YOU TO WHERE YOU NEED TO CALL OR GO!!! STOP ASKING THEM TO REPLACE YOUR DARN CELL PHONES!!! CALL YOUR PHONE PROVIDER FOR THAT!!! SHEEZUS!!

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not the ones you need to contact, Mark. This is an inde[pendent informational website, NOT your service provider. You’ll need to borrow a phone or check the company’s website to see if you can reach it via email or online chat.

      Reply

  124. Michelle Radowich says

    Safelink Wireless has totally screwed up with my service. 2 weeks ago my phone that I had with them for 2 years started to have problems. After trouble shooting it with tracfone and safelink tech support, it was decided that I was eligible for a free replacement phone. The order was placed and I was told 3-5 business days to get it. A week went by and nothing, so i contacted them via their online chat feature, and was told that I had to send my old phone back first (which I was later told was a lie because Safelink corporate told me that it was the other way around) So then this past Friday (8/21) my service suddenly was cut off at 930pm and I was on the phone at 10pm to find out what was going on. Because my phone had shipped, they cut my service and I was without a working cell phone for 4 days while i waited for it to arrive. Today (8/25) my new phone arrived, spent nearly 2 hours on chat and phone to get it activated finally, and I went to turn on my mobile hot spot, and got a message saying to contact customer service to enable it. So I did, only to be told that Safelink and Tracfone don’t support that feature and never have. Yet, I was able to use my mobile hotspot on my old phone for 2 years almost. I used that for my daughter’s internet because I am in a rural area and our wifi is spotty at times, and my sister works from home. My daughter is doing virtual school and I had her on my mobile data to both give her a reliable connection and ensure my sister’s work was uninterrupted. Now I cannot. They won’t tell me why they don’t support it, only refer me to the terms and conditions, which I have looked at and there is no mention of mobile hot spot anywhere. They told me i would have to buy a Straight Talk mobile hotspot (no idea yet how much because the woman didn’t know). Now my sister has put my daughter on her mobile network so she can do her school work and I am going to have to pay her for that. And I have searched online on both company’s websites, and I can find directions on how to connect and make my phone a mobile hotspot on both of them, “for select phones” All i want is someone to resolve this issue and allow me to either have my hot spot enabled, send me one of the select phones that have it enabled, or send me a free Straight Talk Wireless Mobile Hotspot. I bought 40 GB of data each month to be sure my daughter has enough internet to use for her school work on her computer and now I suddenly have to find a new way to do this as she can’t stay on my sister’s mobile hot spot indefinitely. I am a very upset and disatisfied customer and want to be contacted by someone that can do something.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are not affiliated with Safelink (nor any other Lifeline company), Michelle. This is an independent informational website. In other words, you’ll need to contact Safelink directly to address your issues.

      Reply

  125. MELISSA BEVERLY says

    My safe link phone is broke.Will you please send me a replacement phone. I can send this one back. thank you.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We won’t send you a replacement because this is an independent informational website. We are not affiliated with any of the Lifeline free government cell phone companies. That being said, contact your service provider because some of them are willing to give you a replacement phone as often as once per year.

      Reply

  127. terry mitchell says

    IM TERRY MITCHELL MY ZTE PHONE IS BROKEN, MALFUCTIONING SEND ME A NEW PHONE ,ZTE ,LG COOLPAD OR SAMSUNG THANK YOU !IM TERRY MITCHELL 443-680-****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not your service provider, Terry. This is an independent informational website. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

    • Brian D Odom says

      My safe link phone has been stolen I want to deactivate my service and reapply to yall my name is brian odom ssn 25865**** birthday is 06/07/19**

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        We’re not Safelink, Brian. This is an independent informational website. You need to get in touch with your service provider’s customer service team.

        Reply

  128. terry mitchell says

    my name is terry mitchell 443-690-**** I’m in need of a replacement phone. once before a refurbished phone was sent it was great ,but it is broken send me a new phone .zte is the model i have iuse to have acoolpad so send azte ,coolpad ,lg orsamsung j 7 rush phone to me thanks ,terry mitchell
    443-680-****

    accees wireless is my phone service supplier

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is an independent informational website, Terry. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team by calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone. If your current phone is unusable, we provide other contact info on our Access page.

      Reply

  131. Kezia jemina Villias-Martinis says

    My name and Information was used to get a fraudulent account. The person lives in my building and is currently using my number. How can I get any and all information associated with my SSN and call logs and emails associated.
    Thank you for responding

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      That sounds like an issue for the police, Kezia. They would probably need to subpoena that info from the phone company. That is so far beyond our area of expertise that we’re not even sure what to tell you. We suggest that you begin by calling your local police department to see what advice they can give you regarding next steps.

      Reply

  132. Barbara J Smith says

    I reported my phone stolen to police weeks later got phone back but was smashed screen broke can i send in to get fixed free of charge i have no job to pay for another i havent gotten any replacement phones

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You will probably be required to pay for a replacement phone, but call your service provider’s customer service team to see what they will do for you. If they won’t give you a replacement phone you can always switch to a different service provider because you will be considered a new customer and therefore qualify for a smart phone.

      Reply

  133. Agatha Declay says

    Im trying to get a replacement phone. I already suspended my service with assurance wireless. My phone was stolen along with the box it came with also the paper with the written pin on it. Please I need feed back or some information.

    Thanks…

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Only your service provider can give you that feedback, Agatha. Contact the Assurance customer service team.

      Reply

    • Regina D Barton says

      My phone dose not call out or received call at all I would to know what should I do about the phone . I forgot my account number if you look up the number from the phone . I need the my phone to call my doctor and talk without people around me . So please email me back.

      Reply

  135. Crystal King says

    Hello my name is crystal king, I had applied for my daughter cherish to have a assistance wireless cell phone..It no longer works.. Could you please send a replacement phone.. I want to keep her same number which is 410 725 ****. I really need to get her a new phone ASAP.. MY ADDRESS IS

    (DELETED)
    PLEASE AND THANK YOU…
    ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE REACH ME AT
    443 480 ****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not a free government cell phone provider, Crystal. This is an independent informational website. You’ll need to contact your service provider directly.

      Reply

  136. Kimberly Clark says

    MY QLINK PHONE IS NOT.WORKING ANYMORE. I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE A NEW PHONE. . I HAVE NO PHONE SERVICE TO CALL. WHAT DO I NEED.TO.DO?

    Reply

  137. Kymichia Smith says

    How do I get a replacement phone my phone stopped working it don’t charge and it don’t come on

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If we were you we’d Google “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?” If you can find an article with that name it will give you all the info you need.

      Reply

  138. Robertmeyer says

    My phone was stolen last evening, 6/10/2020. Number is 971 255 ****. Could someone there call me to speak about this? At 5p34o982945. RmF.Meter, Bobby

    Reply

  140. Karl Gaines says

    Hello my name is Karl Gaines. My phone number is 720-839-****. My 6digit Account PIN is 19****. My phone was lost/stolen & I need to get it replaced please.

    Reply

  141. Michael A. shipman says

    ok my phone came from q-link and it came with so many pre-loaded apps that it functioned very slow i called them and was told to go buy a memory chip more space should alleviate the problem nope sometimes my e-mails get received two days after i send them when trying to open a certain app it might take two mintues to open when i try to start account with another company i get told i have one open and q-link wont turn off their phone what can i do?

    Reply

  142. Crystal Nixon says

    I haven’t had safelink in 5 or 6 years. When I tried to reapply a couple years ago they said I didn’t send a copy of the back of my food stamp card. O sent a copy of the front and all my other info. I don’t understand why they need the back , but anyway they turned me down and I never sent in the copy of the back of the food stamp card. So I haven’t had any service., but when I tried to apply just a few minutes ago it said I still had a phone number and I didn’t qualify for a new phone but I could do the use my own phone to get safelink and the number it said I still had. But I haven’t gotten a phone or service from safelink in several years. I don’t know why I would be turned down for a new phone or at least a replacement phone since its saying I still have a phone number. Thank you

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry you’re getting this run-around like this, Crystal. If you haven’t had service in several years, you are clearly eligible or service now. Call back in again and ask to speak to a customer service supervisor. Even if that supervisor says no, keep trying. We ran a story about an old man who kept at it for years before he finally got his phone. It’s not your fault. It’s the fault of terrible customer service people.

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        Call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to speak to your service provider’s customer service team.

        Reply

  143. rusty s dillion says

    My phone is years old. I think I have service with safelink but it has been years since I received my phone and service. If I buy a new phone can I get my free minutes still ? I get 1000 minutes a month free. I am on social security disability and I have lung cancer. It will be difficult to buy another phone. I do not know how I will buy enough minutes so I can keep in touch with my doctors. My phone number is (870) 509-****. Please help. I sleep odd hours so if I do not answer either I am asleep or my phone has stopped working so if my phone is working please leave a message. If not here is my email. ********@gmail.com Thank You.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It doesn’t sound as if you’ve used your phone in a long time. If that’s the case, your service has probably been cancelled because it must be used at least once every 30 days to remain active. If so, you are free to re-enroll with any company that offers free government cell phone plans in your state. Here’s where you can find them all:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      If that’s not the case, you can simply call 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to speak to customer service.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You can purchase a replacement phone from your service provider, or anywhere else that sells compatible phones.

      Reply

      • J PERDOTT says

        GREAT I CAN GO BUY A $100 PHONE TO USE WITH A FREE PHONE.. DON’T FORGET
        THOUGH IF YOU ARE DISABLED, ONE OF THOSE YOU CALL A COMPUTER NERD OR
        BEST OF ALL DO NOT KNOW THE PHONE NUMBER OF THE PHONE YOU FOUND
        SOMEPLACE – NO ONE WILL TALK TO YOU AND MOST LIKELY WILL END UP
        HANGING UP ON YOU. YOU STILL HAVE NO INFO. ALSO WHAT A JOKE ABOUT ONE
        PHONE PER HOME. I KNOW A LADY WITH EIGHT PHONES.

        A L L F R E E.

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  145. Just Beachy says

    Free Government Cell Phones says: Did you read the page…

    I say: After reading, “Safelink Wireless Replacement Policy,” I’m still lost as to how to replace a phone that is no longer working. Is a person to go to a physical location or call a certain person and if that is so, why isn’t there a phone number or even an email, etc.?

    Perhaps more information would be helpful and then there would be no need for you to be:
    smart alec (noun)
    a person who is irritating because they behave as if they know everything.

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  146. Cat says

    Are these people serious.?? How do they even make it through one day to the next. I couldn’t stop laughing at these questions, comments and stupid statements. They can read but don’t understand I guess.

    Reply

  147. Jenny Cole says

    I just contacted SafeLink ( 4/25/2020 )
    Customer Service Rep. told me they could not send a replacement phone , and, after much needless questioning on my part, finally told me they could not send me a replacement because SAFELINK CHANGED THEIR POLICY a couple months ago ! While I liked the idea that I could get mine replaced, and I understand it was just a couple months ago, I am hoping you verify this with SafeLink and update your information as quickly as possible so others don’t waste their time on even one call to customer service (let alone two calls) or waste their energy only to end up extremely frustrated since they no longer offer a replacement device.

    Reply

  148. Frank Hewison says

    Dear Sirs: I have an account with Assurance Wireless and my phone has disappeared ; my name is Frank M. Hewison, my home hone is 740-370-****. I have attempted to call Assurance Wireless three times and due to virus I could not speak with anyone; if possible could I receive a call back and advise what to do? I would hate to lose cell my phone; my cell number, ID was on the back of my cell; please advise, Thank you. I’m available any time.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      As you might expect, the Lifeline companies are all overwhelmed right now due to 20,000,000 newly unemployed. You can continue trying to call, and you should also check your service provider’s website to see if they offer an online chat or email function.

      Reply

  149. Darlene Taylor says

    I want a phone without data or wifi. Cause these folks be in the attic stanking up the place up. And I have allergies to stanking people. And the probably stole every phone I tried to order for myself. Cause i never gotten one yet.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We just reread the article on this page, George, and we can’t find where it says that you can get a replacement phone by leaving a message on this website. Can you help us out? Where does it say that?

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If we were you, we’d Google “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone.” If you can find an article like that, it might tell you everything you need to know.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If only you could find an article with a title something like “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?” Someone should write an article like that.

      Reply

  153. Israel Carrasco says

    Hi my name is Israel Carrasco I need to report my phone stolen if you could please turn it of and I would like a repayment phone my number is 509910**** but if you need to get in touch with me you can get a hold of me on 509 460 **** thank you very much

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Re-read the article, Israel. We are not a free government cell phone service provider. But the article tells you what to do no matter which service provider you use.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You could probably figure out what to do if you could find an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone.”

      Reply

  159. Thaddeus Dixson says

    My phone stopped working. I don’t have information about the Carrier. What do I do about trying to get another phone?

    My phone number is 909.342.****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If you do not know who your service provider is, you can try visiting USAC.org, the organization that governs the free government cell phone program. One of the services it offers (supposedly) is helping customers like you figure out which provider they use.

      Reply

  160. Carmeletta says

    I had about a year ago sgned up for a phone by a lady working on side of road in munfordsbille ky at dollar store parking lot i gave all my information id ect i Never got it ,,i tbink some one else took an is usjng it im in the system but i Never recieved it ? Id like some one to help I dont know who to ask
    im disable
    Carmetta Bush Nichols

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is why we URGE our readers not to enroll at street events. You never know if the person is legit or not. Sounds like yours wasn’t. You are much better off enrolling by phone or online. Click around this website and then enroll in the plan that fits your needs best. Here’s a good place to start. The link below will show you all the plans available in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  161. Deborah Furr says

    I need to order a replacement goverment phone mine was list abs all I remember is my phone number can you let me know if I can get one soon please

    Reply

  164. Michal Hughes says

    So my phone was stolen and I have no possible way to get another phone nor do I have the money to get another phone I mean was there anything that I can do I mean I have no body else to help??

    Reply

      • Mandy says

        I need a assurance wireless replacement phone mine will not turn on. 402/838/****
        Please send me email let me know when will be sent. Thank you.
        ************@gmail.com

        Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Impossible for us, Mandy, because we are not your service provider. You need to contact that company.

          Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not sure what you’re asking, Victoria. Are you talking about purchasing extra minutes or data to add to your plan. You need to speak to your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Did you read the article on this page, Sultision? Does it say you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment on this website?

          Reply

  166. YUNLI ZHANG says

    Dear Sir,
    My phone has something wrong with battery recently, May I replace it by new one?
    Thanks
    Yunli Zhang
    phone number: 347 531 ****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Yunli, but we are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website.

      Reply

  167. Libby says

    So your snarky replies to other people would make for good Facebook entertainment, and have me reluctant to post, but I am going to ask for your help anyway. Is there an official place to register complaints/suggestions about Safelink? I lost my tracphone but when I log into my account online, nowhere on their website is any information about replacing a lost phone. Their FAQ’s don’t even include that question. There is also no option given to email or web chat with customer service, every link suggesting a way to contact them circles back to a phone number (I obviously cannot call at the moment) and a physical mailing address. Even all the historical emails I have from them are considered “don not reply” email addresses. I’ll find a way to call them before you get back to me, but I’m in a “Karen” mood and want to try and save someone else from a similar frustration and suggest Safelink include lost phone information on their official website. Seems asinine to be missing in the first place. Thanks.

    Reply

  170. SyllyLou says

    Assurance wireless doesn’t give you a decent phone to begin with. I have tried contacting them by phone since the beginning 4 or 5 months ago, to no avail. Just an electronic run around. I contact them by website and I’m told I have the wrong user name & password. Then when I request the info or a change of info they say they will email it but never do. According to their website the only phone they are compatible with (besides their own) are the expensive smart phones. Supposedly after 30 days of non-use it’s supposed to be canceled. It’s been over 2 months and I’m still getting minutes though I haven’t used or even charged my phone in over a month but I keep getting told I can’t transfer it unless assurance cancels it. Isn’t that fraud when they know I’m not using it by their own records?

    Reply

  171. Eric says

    I hav safelink thru tracphone /tmobile carrier. kid lft phone. Is there any way to track n locate phone? Witout a pre existing app? Safelink says they cannot.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’d tend to trust what you were told, but you can always google the make and model of your phone and the words “user manual.” The manual will tell you what you need to know.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Google the make and model of your cell phone along with the words “user manual.” You should be able to find exactly the info you need.

      Reply

  173. Mary A. Holmes says

    My Enrollment 1438**** My Name is Mar A Holmes. the SafeLink phone number (318)359-****. the speakers went out in the phone. I still have it but it will not let me call anyone. that why I haven’t been making any call because I can’t hear them and they can’t hear me. What do I do to get another phone.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If we were you we’d search the internet to see if we could find an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone.

      Reply

  174. Atiya simmons says

    How do i get my lifeline phone back i lost it and forgot the company name and phone number I want a replacement phone

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Google “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone.” Maybe you can find an article that will tell you now to do it.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Two ways. One is to call each of the service providers in your state to ask if they are your service provider. The second way is to visit USAC.org. They say that one of the services they offer is helping people figure out who their service provider is, but some of our readers have reported disappointing results. But it’s worth a try.

      Reply

  176. Sharon Williams says

    Yes someone stole my phone and im trying to appy for another one can you call me at 870 390 ****.thank you soon as you get this message.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Read the article again, Sharon, and do as it says. We’re pretty sure it does NOT say you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment at this website.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Since we are NOT a service provider, how could we possibly know the answer to that question, Terence?

      Reply

  178. robert richardson says

    my safelink phone is broken, wont hold a charge, wont work’
    i live in clearwater florida where can i take the phone to get a new one.
    i get food stamps, medicade and am on ssi and 69 years old
    Enrollment ID: 29017152

    Reply

  179. kristy kay johnson says

    i just tried to sign up for a phone for my house hold i remember having one a couple years ago while i i lived in henderson, tx back in 2012/2013 but I moved back to my home town 3yrs ago. i let my cumin live at my residence for the past year. She an her kids moved out sunday. Now it keeps telling me 2 familys at that address. i used cricket service up until august this year what do i need to do to find out if some one has signed up or reinstated the phone for my residence address or what i need to do to get this straightened out i have 3 small children an no phone at this time.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Have you actually spoken to a service provider’s customer service team to discuss this issue? If not, that’s what you should do ASAP.

      Reply

  180. Richard Sommers says

    I am a Safelink customer in NYC, and they are not honoring their stated phone replacement policy and even admit I am eligible for a free replacement as a medicaid recipient, but they will not replace the broken, (defective) phone.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sounds like it’s time for you to switch service providers, Richard. The new provider will give you your old number back, and since you’ll be a new customer, you’ll receive a newer smart phone. You can find all the companies offering Lifeline plans in your state at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  181. pearl trotter says

    need a new phone the port is faulty and it wont charge. pearl trotter my phone number is 209 499 **** with
    I can borrow friend phone 209 241 ****

    \

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      As a rule of thumb, most free government cell phone companies will make you pay a relatively small fee to upgrade, but you may get lucky and get one for free. The only way to know is to contact your service provider’s customer service team by calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone.

      Reply

  184. Ngoc Nguyen says

    My phone is 831-917-**** have trouble when I was using internet it was virus attacked, Now phone is disible .Could I get free new cellphone ?
    Thanks

    Reply

  185. Lety says

    Hi,

    My phone was stolen, I called Assurance Wireless for few times to let them know and get another one, they promised to help me and send me another one but they did nothing, even if they charged me for the shipping.
    I really need another free phone, I qualify for it but I can’t trust Assurance Wireless customer service to call them back because all they did was to lye and rip me off.
    In this case, can you tell me please where should I call to really get help and get the free phone I need so much?
    Looking forward to hearing from you.
    Thank you

    Reply

  186. Debra says

    First I read the above and it has great information wish I had read it before, My mom is 88 yrs old , she lost her Trac phone, which she has had for over 5 yrs. . She went to a place that was at the side of the road, and talked with them about getting a new phone, the guy took all her information and said that she eligible for a Sprint phone. He never told her to notify Trac phone that she was changing service. How her new phone says she already has a phone. My question should she get a hold of Trac phone and tell them that she is changing to Sprint and then tell Sprint that she change to them. Any help would be appreciated I really don’t want her going to jail or be fined, When the guy at the side of the road said she was able to do it. Thank you for your help

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      That’s what this website’s all about, Jennifer. Click around and you’ll find everything you need to know and before you know it, you’ll be calling on your free government cell phone.

      Reply

  191. Regina Barton says

    My name is Regina Barton my phone had brokern I can not charger my phone at all . And the model of the phone is ZTE( Z798BL ) can not chargern my phone so help the number to the 860970**** please help me. Thank you

    Reply

  192. Kassandrea Marie church says

    I want to locate my Obama phone or disconnect because I know someone has it n has been using it since last july

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Contact your service provider’s customer service team. They can cut off your service.

      Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          You may be able to use the phone you have, Debra, but you will need to contact your service provider to find out if that phone is compatible with its national cell network and if it offers a BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) plan.

          Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re pretty sure the article above doesn’t say you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment on this website. But maybe we’re wrong.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If only you could find an article called something like “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone” that would tell you what to do. Try Googling it to see what you come up with.

      Reply

  202. Rolf Watness says

    My stolen phone # is 619-534-****. I need to find out which carrier I am with so it can be turned off. Can you help?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You have a couple choices. If it goes unused for 60 days it will automatically be turned off. If you get to your re-enrollment period and do not reenroll, it will also automatically be turned off. But if you really want it turned off NOW, visit the USAC.org website consumer/Lifeline section. It can help you with situations like this.

      Reply

    • Jannette Colon says

      I have a cataract, I am diabetic with bad vision and have Behcet’s Syndrome which causes eye infections. All of this makes my vision bad. I need a large phone. The phone I have is small and hard to see plus battery keeps dying. Need large screen phone, please!

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team by calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone to find out what kind of services they offer for vision-impaired customers.

        Reply

  203. john lind says

    I use my phone to look at adult entertainmint.I am a adultand thats my right.. Well, I got caught looking at it on the bus and even though it was nobodys busniss somebody told on me and this tough guy told me I better put that s–t away and zip my pants up before he throws me off the bus. I said f you pal and kept doing my business because i dont have intrnet at home and the bus does and i already got banned at mcdonalds and the libary. Well this manaiac grabs my phone out of my hand, slams it on the floor and stomps it. Broke in pieces. No surpirse ther he was one of them gang banger types. Then he said he’d do the same thing to my face if i dont get off the bus.
    Anyways its been a few years ive had this phone Alatel dan model from assurance wirless but i think considering this maniacs actions im super intitled to a new phone.
    my adress is (deleted for the reader’s protection).
    I expect compinsation for loss of my phone since it wasnt my fault.
    Thank you

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Rarely does a day go by when at least one reader doesn’t surprise us with a strange tale. And while we often give out a Comment of the Day award, this one must be nominated for Comment of the Year and simultaneously set the bar very high for any other potential competitors.

      But bringing things back down to the real world, we doubt that any service provider is going to replace your phone after it was smashed because you were watching porn on the bus. Our advice would be to enroll with any other company offering plans in your state. And if the customer service agent asks what happened to your old phone, how about if you just plain tell her it got broken rather than going into detail about how it got broken.

      Good luck.

      Reply

  204. Sylvester allen says

    My phone number is 1216 647 **** i don’t have no phone service it keep telling me that i don’t have a sim card please text me to let me know if you can fix my phone

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Let’s say we were your service provider (which we’re not). How could we text you if your phone doesn’t work?

      Reply

  207. Pamela Heiman says

    How can I upgrade my qlink phone and transfer all of my information, phone is like 5 years old

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Two different questions. First, you can upgrade by purchasing an upgraded phone from Q Link OR by purchasing a Q Link-compatible phone somewhere else and participating in the company’s BYOP (bring Your Own Phone) program.

      As to transferring your data, that’s way beyond our area of expertise. Try Googling “user manual” and the make and model of your upgraded phone (when you get it).

      Reply

  208. Harold PIERRE says

    Hello,
    Would you please sent me anew wireless phone at:
    **** ***** street Ministry
    Philadelphia, PA
    19107.
    My phone number is (: 267)-701-****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Harold, but we cant send you anything except our best wishes because we are not a Lifeline service provider. Check with your service provider.

      Reply

  209. Joseph Melagrano says

    I currently have a Alcatel free phone that I’ve had since I believe around the end of October in 2018. My phone works but constantly freezes and moves like it has a mind of its own. Long story short, I need a replacement if possible cause I FaceTime my girlfriend who’s 300 miles away and this it always causing trouble and needs new one, please email me

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Next time you get your phone working, use it to call 6-1-1 and that will connect you to your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  210. Martha says

    Hi i was suppose to get a new phone replacement. But never got it . I don’t know if u are a safe link . A person has bn getting in my mail box. So if u did it was stolen again

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Martha, but you are correct that we are not Safelink. Check the Safelink website’s “Check Your Status” function.

      Reply

  211. Q. Oliver says

    May 25, 2019

    UPSET CUSTOMER

    I have had my phone for 2 years and it finally went out on me where:
    1. I CAN NOT HEAR ANYTHING ON THE PHONE
    2. WHEN TRYING TO DIAL OUT THE PHONE IS STUCK IN DIALING THEN CUTS OFF
    3. WHEN SOMEONE CALLS ME IT GOES STRAIGHT TO VOICEMAIL.

    Customer service reset the phone 5 times with 2 representatives then I asked for a supervisor and he reset it and then they said they will send me replacement BUT I HAD TO PAY FOR THE SHIPPING $5.99 BECAUSE THE PHONE IS OUT OF WARRANTY!!!

    IF THIS WAS THE CASE HOW COME THEY DIDN’T NOTIFY ME I HAD A WARRANTY OR SEND ME A FREE UPGRADE ON THE CELL PHONE??!!!

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Seriously? You’re complaining about $5.99 in shipping? Most people are required to pay $25 or more for a replacement phone. Consider yourself one of the lucky ones, Q.

      Reply

  212. yolanda liontas says

    I appreciate having a phone you have provided for me , But I am sorry to say I have lost my phone and have been searching for it for three weeks now I had just got it two weeks before. ;And I really didn’t have a chance to even really program it. How do I get a replacement ? Or can I get another one even if I had just received it?
    can you please let me know what I can do to get another or can I? Thank you,: from Yolanda Liontas

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If only you could find an informative article that went into lots of details in answering the question, “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?” Maybe you could Google that question and see what comes up.

      Reply

  213. Holly Johnson says

    Hi my name is Holly Johnson and i lost my free cellphone and i did live in Chattanooga Tennessee but I moved to Columbia Tennessee now my address is (DELETED) 38401. my house phone number is 1-931-548-**** because i have been trying do the application to get a new free cellphone and i haven’t heard back from all

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Check the website of the company to whom you submitted an application, Holly. It may have a “Check Your Status” function. If not, call the customer service team.

      Reply

  215. Annette Rodriguez says

    I have TruConnect and my sim card doesn’t work they have sent two so far and my phone still doesn’t work how can I get a knew phone

    Reply

  216. caridad sencion says

    Dear sirs, I recently received a government wireless phone, but some how I lost it, Can you please help me to acquired a replacement phone, please
    my name is Caridad Sencion.
    my email address is *******@gmail.com,
    I appreciated you great help,

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Do as the article above recommends, Caridad. We are not a free government cell phone company, so we cannot help you with this request.

      Reply

    • tanner shelato says

      a girl stole my phone and i really have to have a phone for my work to stay in contact with my work and my boss cuz the kind of work i do please can u please give me one replacement phone it will be my first one and the only one ill ever asked u for my freind went to go retrave my phone and about got beat up buy five phone i really need my phone back please

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        Sorry, Tanner, but you can’t get a free cell phone by leaving a groveling comment at this website, because we are NOT a Lifeline service provider. You need to read the article above and follow those instructions.

        Reply

  218. Lori says

    My brother has one of these free phones and the battery wont keep a charge. Unfortunately he cant remember which service his phone is from. How can I find out which service so I can look into getting a new battery or the phone replaced?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If he calls 6-1-1 on his free government cell phone, he will be connected to his service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  219. eddie pruitt c/o DHMC says

    I am in the hospital and missed the call in time. How can I reactive my phone.
    thanks
    eddie

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      No way to reactivate it, Eddie. You’ll need to reenroll with the same company or a different one.

      Reply

  220. Lauri says

    The phone I have is having a software issue, a friend has a old phone he does not use. Can I add my SIM card and use it? I do not want to get my account deactivated.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Not all cell phones are compatible with all cell networks, Lauri. So it’s impossible for us to answer your question without a lot more information. Call your service provider’s customer service team to find out if the make and model of your friend’s phone is compatible with your service provider’s network.

      Reply

  221. Bobby Magee says

    My ANS phone seemed o be dying a slow death since he day I had it. Now its totally dead and will not take any sort of charge, I had bought eight different cords and charges and have nothing as far as battery life goes. Before this It was taking longer and it getting more difficult by the day to have it accept a charge. I defiantly need a new phone as I’ve been unemployed for a while and am waiting for six companies whom I interviewed with to try to reach me at any time soon. These sites keep running me around in circles and the phone number they gave me service has been the worst and that’s after 15 calls of trying o get someone to speak English I can understand.
    Any help or assistance would be of great acceptance and thanks.
    ********@gmail.com because I don’t have a clue how I found this page and probably never will again

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Bobby, but we can’t respond to individual comments and questions because we get so many of them every day. The best we can recommend is calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone (if it’s still working well enough to do that) to connect yourself to customer service. Ask to speak to a supervisor. Perhaps that will help a little.

      Reply

  222. Paul A. Reardon says

    My safelink phone was destroyed. When I reported this to safelink, I was told I could not get a replacement for 90 days. I really need a phone. I do not feel I should have to wait 3 months for a phone. Please help me get a phone! Thanks for all your help. Best regards, Paul Reardon. Peace.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You can switch service providers at any time after you’ve had service with your current provider for longer than 60 days. That would get you a new phone much quicker than 60 days. (By the way, you are the first reader to ever report a service provider requiring you to wait 90 days.)

      Reply

  225. RUFUS MCGILL says

    I lost my phone a while ago I did not no how to go by letting some one no until now a friend told told me to get on the internet and ask and that what I did

    Reply

  226. william fearn says

    i lost my phone and reported it its been shut off but i need a replacement william fearn 520 589 ****

    Reply

  227. Dudhwanie Dianand says

    To whom this may concern…
    Hi my name is Dudhwanie Dianand i live in schenectady n.y my phone was stolen at the bus stop on state street. .in schenectady n.y. It was a alcatel a30 free government phone from assurance wireless. I received the phone at the end of december 2018. I am a mental health patient and my phone is very important to me. I have numerous important numbers on that phone that i desperately need. Especially for my doctors appointments gecause my memory is bad because i suffered a tramatic brain injury in the year of september 2000. I now receive ssi medicaid and snap benefits. please contact me at my email as soon as possible. Thank you and have a nice day.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We cannot contact you individually, Dudhwanie, because of the volume of comments and questions we receive every day. But you need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  228. Dudhwanie Dianand says

    Hello my name is Dudhwanie Dianand. My phone was stolen from me i really need a replacement phone i see on your website there is a 1 year insurance policy for my phone. I really need my phone because i am a mental health patient and really need mt phone for my doctors appointments and family contacts. please if your company can mail me another phone at my address. my address is *** ********* schenectady N.Y. 12304. thank you and have a nice day to whom this may concern.

    Reply

  229. lxvf says

    My phone is lost or was stolen. I cannot do a police report without your help.
    Can you track down the phone ? I need to know whether it was stolen at the car field where my car was towed away from Walmart parking area in Tampa or it was in Chile, southamerica, or here in 34205.
    I always thought that that would be easy!!
    How come we, US=citizens, can be tracked down to be caught … and now it seems that a search of the phone itself cannot be traced??!!
    I demand an explanation!

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Do you realize that you are demanding explanations from people who couldn’t possibly give them to you, Ix? This is an independent informational website, NOT your service provider.

      Reply

  230. J...V says

    i have ASSURANCE WIRELESS free phone via DSS benefits.
    – it says if you LOSE YOUR PHONE THEY WILL REPLACE IT FOR FREE..
    OR
    – IF YOUR PHONE BREAKS WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR THEN IT WILL BE REPLACED/COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY..
    – – now what if you still have your phone but it’s past the year warranty, so it will no longer be replaced that way? it seems they may want to charge you for a new phone, which i cant afford., SHOULD ONE JUST SAY THAT THEY LOST THE PHONE THEN, IF ITS AFTER A YEAR,? TO MAKE SURE THEY GET A NEW ONE FOR FREE?
    – it seems kinda dumb that they will replace it for free regardless if its lost/stolen, but only replace it for free if it breaks in less then a year..but if you keep it for more then a year and it breaks then you have to pay..
    – I HEARD IN NEW YORK YOU ARE ALLOWED 1 NEW REPLACEMENT PHONE (REGARDLESS) ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS, EVEN IF ITS NOT BROKEN OR LOST/STOLEN..
    – – CAN ANYONE VERIFY THIS AS ACCURATE ?

    Reply

  231. James L. Burnett Jr. says

    Hi, I have an Alcatel phone which, please don’t laugh, my dog chewed. I have the phone I just can’t read the screen. What do I do to get it replaced? the information I read was for lost or stolen phones, my is not either. My email address is ********@twc.com and the phone number is 440-723-****. Please let me know what to do if you want me to return it or what. I’m not sure what service I have I believe it is safelink, can you confirm that for me. Thanks for your time.
    Beth Burnett

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Stolen, lost or dog bitten makes no difference, James. The info you need about replacement phones is in the article above.

      Reply

  233. Johnny Wright Jr says

    I had lost my assurance phone or it may have been stolen they are sending me a replacement.Will that be in mail or fed-ex?

    Reply

  234. Juan says

    Thanks for the information on this page. I have a problem with my Life Wireless phone that the battery is draining too fast and sometimes it takes hours to charge even if is at 70% for example and i don’t see information regarding replacement because of malfunction.

    Reply

  235. Crystal Cheyenne Bueker says

    Hello my name is Crystal Bueker and I need a replacement smartphone sent to me because my phone or my SIM’s card isn’t working thank you

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We keep our distance from tech questions, Kevin. Call AT&T customer service to get your question answered accurately.

      Reply

  237. CP says

    Hi
    i met a street agent and tried to apply for a phone but it took too long to process the application, so i left with out a phone however now i see i was approved for a phone but never got the phone!!!
    HOW CAN I CONTACT THE STREET AGENT TO GET MY PHONE OR ANY OTHER HELP IS APPRECIATED
    thanks

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Now you know one of the reasons we urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events. If you know what company you enrolled with, you can try contacting its customer service team.

      Reply

  240. daryl c jones says

    my name is daryl jones I need a new replacement phones how do it online because I do not have work phone rite now. please email a way to get get one..
    thank you

    Reply

  242. Gretchen Bolster says

    I don’t think my free phone’s carrier is listed here. I can’t charge the thing so I can’t turn it on to see what or who my carrier is. Is there another way to figure this out?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Visit the USAC.org website. Click around and you’ll find where they help people solve your exact problem.

      Reply

  243. Lashonda Kirkland says

    I lost my assurance phone and need to get another one. I called the 8883215880 but its just saying to recertify.

    Reply

  244. Nikki says

    My hat goes off to you sir, for continually being available to answer the concerns for those of us that throughly read the entire article, but weren’t able to find the information we needed. I actually started laughing out loud while reading through all these comments, and shared a few with my husband. You have the patience of a Saint. Each comment that displays just how ignorant/lazy/stupid people are seemed to leech a liitle more of my faith in humanity away.

    I have read through the entire article, and read each of your responses to questions similar to mine, but I want to make 100% sure I understand the new switching providers policy before I do something that will result in losing my phone for a year.
    So here’s my dilemma … I have had Access Wireless (Which is a company not listed in your article,) as my lifeline provider in AZ continuously without needed a replacement phone for almost 4 years. Last week I had my purse stolen, which had my Access Wireless phone inside, so I can’t call 6-1-1 from it to contact customer service. I went to their website to read what, if any, information they provided for a phone replacement policy.

    ** Access Wireless’ lost/stolen phone policy: “Call Customer Care immediately at 1-866-594-3644 to report the phone lost or stolen. An agent will suspend the phone so it cannot be used.” For anyone who may have Access Wireless, this is the only information they provide. My question is, Access Wireless only gives me the option to pay $25 for a ZTE-hunk-a-junk, buy a new phone from their “upgrade phone” store, or BYOP, which none of mine are compatible with. So what I need to know is, with the new change to how often we can switch providers, since I have had continuous service for more than 1 Year with Access Wireless, can I just CANCEL my lifeline account/benefit with Access Wireless, then immediately re-enroll with a different provider? If yes, and the new provider offers new customers a free phone, would that include me even though I’m new to that provider, but a returning/re-enrolling lifeline user? I just don’t want to cancel with Access only to find out I have to wait to get a phone from a different company, because I just completed my annual re-certification through Access. Any help you could provide would greatly be appreciated.

    Reply

  246. Larissa says

    My safelink phone was stolen and i called to suspend acct and get a replacement phone i was told by the representative that a replacement would arrive in 3-5 business and gave a ticket number after the arrival time passed go back into safe link again explain to the representative about my private conversation when suspending my account and I was told by that Representatives that they do not offer replacement phone what can I do to get a replacement phone since I was giving false information

    Reply

      • Fran says

        This happened to me as well. I’ve been looking around to find a deal but I just can’t afford it. Got some fun pricey car problems I just found out about. 🙂 Other than Assurance and Safetlink, are there any other providers that offer an android smartphone? I’ve been looking online but the articles are too far in the past where the information could be out of OR I get conflicting information. I don’t want to sign up with a provider expecting a decent phone and then receive another “smartphone” like Assurance did. lol. But Safelink’s was great I was so surprised and appreciative! Then a crack head on the street stole it. -_-

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    • Penny Hayes says

      My phone quite working I looked no sim card plus it’s so small I can’t use it so I’ve been waiting for a sim card for my Samsung Galaxy note ,been waiting since October 22 and I still have nothing please send sim card so I can use my own phone because I can’t use yours he stut it off

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        We are not your service provider, Penny. You need to contact its customer service team directly.

        Reply

  247. michelle Renee Roark says

    This Michelle Roark my free safe link cell phone broke and cant get in to it I need new one how do I get replacement one

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not sure how to help you if you don’t read, John. Since this is a print medium, you won’t know what our answer is if you don’t read. Maybe you can get someone to read this website to you.

      Reply

  250. Keeshun Jackson says

    My phone was stolen,please cancel my service someones been using illegally.contract name is Keeshun Jackson,i forget the number! i think its 310)367-****. sorry not sure if the numerical is correct! you can close by name!!thannk you!

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      One idea might be to read the article on this page. You know, the one that’s titled, “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?”

      Reply

      • Nic says

        Whoever is commenting from “Free Government Cell Phones” account has quite the snarky attitude. The title of the article says “lost, stolen, or broken,” yes, however all through the article only describes “lost or stolen,” so it’s understandable why people are confused. Have a little more professional compassion rather than snarky attitude please. I’ve read three responses with snarky replies and it’s unprofessional.

        Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Who said you get to determine what’s snarky and what’s not, Nic? It’s our website and we’ll be snarky as hell if we want to be. As we always say, you could just visit some other website that specializes in the Lifeline free government cell phone program and spends more time answering readers’ questions…if only there were such a site. Unfortunately for you, there isn’t. This is it. This is the original and by far the biggest website dedicated to this subject, and as far as we know, the only one that actually answers questions day in and day out. So you’re out of luck. This is it. Either shut up and put up with some occasional snark or go without what this website offers. Got it?

          Reply

  252. Eric Francis says

    I lost my cell phone, I tried to call safeline wireless to cancelled to contract. Could I replaced my old phone, can get a new one?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You’ve left out some information, Eric. What did Safelink say when you called them? What did they tell you about cancelling your contract and/or replacing your old phone?

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry to hear that, Jean. Too bad you can’t find an article called “How to I get a replacement for a lost, stone or broken phone” that’s chock full of info that would tell you what to do.

      Reply

  254. amy says

    Anyone know SafetyNet wireless’s policy? I’m in Southern California. Service is the worst. Anyone have a recommendation for a decent service Company in Southern California?

    Reply

  255. Tim T says

    Dear free government cellphone guy.
    You are quite the smart ass to most of these folks. I understand most people don’t read what they should or follow direction the way they should but if you are finding yourself burnt out on these folks and can’t keep yourself from being that way towards them then shut he site down and do something else that don’t involve the public such as a garbage man or one of those guys that drive around and clean out Porta potties. You would be perfect for that but I understand why they think your a real government official it’s your shitty attitude maybe?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You want a shitty attitude? Go screw yourself. Is it really asking too much for people to actually read the words on a page before asking a question that they could easily answer for themselves? You are a moron. In fact, that may be giving you too much credit. Go read another free government cell phone website that delivers the sort of information and service that we deliver day in and day out 365 days a year. Oh, wait. What’s that? There is no other website that comes anywhere near matching what we offer? Looks like you’re out of luck, moron.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Read the freakin’ article on this page, Robin. Jeez, it’s getting to the point that we just can’t believe how lazy some of our readers are. To repeat, read the freakin’ article on this page. Is that asking too much?

      Reply

  257. elizabeth POOLE says

    I was hit in a car accident and shattered my phone all over my totaled van…Can you assist me in getting another phone

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are absolutely dumbfounded that people leave comments like yours below an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?”

      Reply

  258. Gary Godsmack says

    Qlink charges $25 for a replacement phone….I have already replaced my lost phone once but now that one was stolen and it is being used every day by someone…….I JUST WANT TO CANCEL MY QLINK PHONE but the company doesn’t offer that option……how do I get my stolen phone turned off without paying qlink?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Why shouldn’t you pay for what you received, Gary? You ordered it. You received it. It’s not Q Link’s fault that it was stolen. Man up, dude.

      Reply

  259. Dale Juliano says

    I got a phone from QLink and started my Lifeline benefit with QLink. The phone no longer works. If I transfer my Lifeline benefit to another company, will the new company send a new phone or would the new company want me to use the phone I already got from QLink? Thank you in advance, Dale Juliano

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You can change service providers every 60 days if you wish. Yes, the new company will send you a new cell phone.

      Reply

  260. Grateful Customer says

    Some of you should be asbamed of yourselves for the comments posted….& many need to go back 2 your public school & learn how to spell basic English…i just wanted to say THANK YOU 2 SAFELINK for my free phone!!! I am a single mom who supports my kids by WORKING & not freeloading off TAXPAYERS. We have NO HEALTH INSURANCE so we do get Medicaid. But i pay my HOUSE PAYMENT (NOT PUBLIC HOUSING) BUY OUR GROCERIES & WORK HARD 5 EVERY PENNY UNLIKE THOSE WAITING ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH…Never had the extra money 2 have the LUXURY of a cell phone, so THANK YOU VERY MUCH 4 the phone!!! I Appreciate it very much & there really are people in NEED , not like those who are content in poverty…as long as they blame ANYONE BUT THEMSELVES 4 THEIR ECONOMIC STATUS..

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  261. Rhonda says

    I was told I could use my own phone by SafeLink but it only worked for about month now it won’t let me call or get calls on my own motoz2

    Reply

  263. Fla says

    What a scam safe link never sent my phone? What kind of program is this? This is since Aug sent all my paperwork now they tell me not entitled too a phone !??? Govt needs too do better are they ser ious?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      From their website:

      Q LINK Wireless customers shall have up to fourteen (14) days from the delivery date of their Mobile Device to return any defective Mobile Device and/or accessories to Q LINK Wireless. Q LINK Wireless will exchange a defective Mobile Device for a replacement phone, at Q LINK Wireless’s discretion, during this period, only pursuant to the terms of the Limited Warranty (Section 27) set forth below. For a defective phone replacement, call Q LINK Wireless Customer Support at 1-855-754-6543.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You didn’t mention who your service provider is, but we’d suggest going to its website to see if that is a service they offer or if you can contact customer service via email or an online chat.

      Reply

  267. Michael Paul Bravo says

    Living in Colorado, I had a basic model free Obama phone from Blue Jay Wireless. Then the company switched to (Standup Wireless) I think? Any way, I lost the phone down dumpster diving for food. I make contact with Standup Wireless, they suspend my number and service but they tell me I have to buy a $20.00 phone. I write back reminding Darrin, (the Standup representative), if there was true economic reason why I couldn’t pay a cell phone in the first place, supported by the programs I qualify for), it is hard to believe that you (Darrin) and Standup Wireless would work against the Lifeline purpose of service.

    Money is a barrier for a certain population; congress recognized this fact and enacted legislation productive, and made basic, simple phone service free for those who couldn’t before afford to be connected to the rest of the world.

    So… now we are back at the $20.00 Standup Wireless asks me if the have to send me cell-phone replacement. This is peculiar. Take pause for two issues. First, Standup Wireless is similar to BlueJay Wireless because, both of their business company models provide qualified customers an extremely simple telephone device. Standup Wireless has no true claim to feel cheated or “taken advantage of” seeing that the fact is Standup Wireless has never provided me a phone in the first place.

    How can this company expect this same population, who couldn’t afford phone service in the first place, to some how generate the funds now. The reason why we qualify for free phones and free basic service is because we have expendable cash.

    I asked Standup Wireless if they have a service of collecting old phones and using these old phones for the purpose of replacements. Standup Wireless told me their company had no service such as this. Only after I asked and persisted, did they let me know that if I had an old T-mobile phone, I could possibly use that to continue my service. Is T-Mobile lying when they tell me my only option is to purchase a new phone or find access specifically to an old T-Mobile phone?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s pretty rare for any of the free government cell phone companies to give out free replacement phones, Michael. We won’t say never, but rarely. Most of the companies also offer BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) plans such as the one described to you. The only catch is that the phone your bring to the program must be compatible with your service provider’s network. Not all cell phones are compatible with all networks. So everything they told you is true although it’s not exactly what you wanted to hear.

      Reply

  268. Angela Casey says

    I have an old Verizon phone will it work to replace my assurance wireless phone…? If so where do i go online to change or a phone # please…

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Not all cell phones are compatible with all cell networks, Angela. You need to speak to your service provider’s customer service or tech support team to find out if the specific make and model you have is compatible with the service provider’s network. You can contact them by calling 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone.

      Reply

  269. Mark Way says

    I called Assurance and asked for a new phone. I have had it for years. The lady said ok. It would take 7 to 10 days. Its been a month.Tried calling about the new phone.Now mine doesn’t work anymore. I am 66 years old. Is it normal to be cut off for asking for a new phone? I am puzzled. I had just reapplied for a new year.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It shouldn’t be normal. You should expect to pay some relatively reasonable fee for the new phone, but you shouldn’t be jerked around like this.

      Reply

  270. Campbell Janssen says

    I got a new phone and service in Las Vegas NV and it is a Vortex Beat 8. All of a sudden it says
    ” no sim card ” it is inside the phone and have tried everything. I put the sim in a friends Tmobile and it registered so its not the card. I cant figure the actuall carrier im using How do i find this out??

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      If your phone is working, use it to call 6-1-1 and you will be connected to your service provider’s customer service team. If it’s not working, visit USAC.org and they can help you figure out who your provider is.

      Reply

    • 2105552550 says

      611 or (not recommended) but… A thin piece of paper between the back of your sim and the port to push the connection better together.

      Reply

  271. Darrell Banks says

    Hi my name is Darrell Banks I am a Assurance Wireless plan user i am disabled and my service was suspended i spoke with a representative And explained i will be returning the phone i just simply for got in the mail on Saturday 08-25-2018 if there is in anyway you can reactive my service this will be greatly appreciated right now I have to go 45 minutes away to get to a phone that is working and this is if the office building is open or allows me to use there service so I Hope you can see the desperate need for me to to have a working phone i sincerely hope you do understand and will activate my service today i do apologize for the inconveince and i will be waiting for your prompt response.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry to hear about the cancellation, Darrell, but we are not Assurance Wireless, so we cannot reactivate your phone. You’ll need to contact customer service and we wouldn’t be surprised if you end up needing to re-enroll. Good luck.

      Reply

  273. Alicia says

    Im in need of a new goverment phone mine got too i was on bus i had bags in my hand my phone feel out my hand and i bent down grab it and someone had picked it up already it was a sky brand phone

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Seriously, James? Did you really leave a comment that says, “How do I get a replacement phone?” right below an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?” This is proof, we suppose, that the old saying is correct: You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      The USAC can have you figure out which company you were enrolled with, Jervere. Visit them at USAC.org.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We can’t send you a new phone because we are not your service provider, Marie. This is an independent informational website. You need to do as the article instructs.

      Reply

  283. Michael R Dionne says

    I received a Safelink ZTE smart phone about a year ago. Recently it was lost or stolen, I’m not sure which. I tried to call to report it but could not find a number to call. The only option I could find was to cancel my service. I have a Moto E second gen and tried to start my service back up with it but now safelink wants me to reverify my information. When i first started with safelink I received my phone in a matter of days, verification was done by you online. I used that phone for approximately 7 years, Four years agp I moved to subsidized apartment. A month after getting moved I realized it was time for my recertification with safelink.My phone service was canceled. I had forgotten about the 30 day rule for a notice of change in address.I tried for 2 years to get service . I sent pictures of documents via email.They were not good enough, then I sent photo copies on 2 different occasions. Please help me get a working phone and activate my service.

    Reply

  284. Donna Henry says

    my safelink got broken and I need to have it deactivated. please. I haven’t had it long. enough to get a replacement

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You need to contact your service provider, Donna. We not that provider, so we cannot deactivate your account.

      Reply

  285. Amy Gould says

    Hello. I was sent a phone from you over a year ago. It was stolen in SC. I was told that I would have to wait 3 months for a replacement. Since then, you sent me a SIM card to put in another track phone, and subsequently provided me airtime service on another track phone I had purchased. Before I get myself to a store where I could do that all over again, I was wondering if I am eligible for a new phone, or just another SIM card. The phone I have now fell into salt water. I doubt the rice trick will work. It has been a few days.
    My current phone number is 401 338 ****. I thank you in advance for your response. I wish I could call instead.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You will probably not be eligible for a free replacement (but who knows? Maybe you’ll get lucky). If that’s the case, you can always switch to a new service provider, who will then be required to provide you with a smart phone.

      Reply

  286. Emery dixon says

    My phone dose not work anymore it won’t call out or anything I need another one because this one stop working

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Check the article above one more time, Emery. Does it say anything about getting a replacement phone by leaving a comment on an independent informational website?

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Well, we don’t know about you, but we’d start by searching the internet for an article titled “How do I get a replacement for a lost, stolen or broken phone?”

      Reply

  288. Martín E. Romero says

    I want to report that my cell phone was stolen. The number is 787-546-****. The person who stole it is making obscene calls to my famiy and friends. I am not intetested in a replacement, my request is that the phone can be inactivated as soon as posible. Thanks for your help.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Check the article above, Martin. Does it say that you can deactivate your account by leaving a comment on an independent informational website?

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Maybe. But only if your phone is compatible with your service provider’s network. Contact customer service to find out if your particular make and model is compatible.

      Reply

  290. Tina Christenson says

    OMG!! Who ever is answering all these “posts” must be a saint!!! I was looking for some info & then a comment caught my eye, & WOW 😵 there are some dumb people out there!!
    Hope you get paid well for this!! Thanks, & Have a great day!! 👍💯📵

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Well paid? Our compensation consists of the coffee we can drink and praise from the boss when we offer an occasional funny response.

      Reply

  291. Sean says

    Hahahaaaa!!!! Do you actually sit there all day and reply to every moronically redundant question? You are a patient man or woman…. Ok, my turn. I have a budget mobile. It got squished. The number iz still active, but there is no budget mobile to contact anymore for a replacement. I dont want to switch carriers because ive had the same # like 6 years… Any idea who i could contact?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Yes, we sit here all day (and sometimes all night) answering the same damn questions over and over and over again. We give polite answers to virtually every question, but every once in a while we just plain snap and our answers aren’t quite so polite.

      You win the award for funniest question of the day. If any readers don’t know why this question is hilarious, you need to read the comments below.

      Reply

  293. Samantha mcintosh says

    I just came back from the store n didn’t relize I lost my phone out of my pocket I’ve tried to call it but someone must of shut it off I need a replacement Asap due to my kids having lots of docs appointment

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We don’t think you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment at an independent informational website. But we might be wrong. Please read the article above and let us know if our recollection is correct.

      Reply

  295. Christopher Howard says

    I recently had a phone with your company but due to an incident that had me locked up in jail for a short period of time, I lost my phone and wanted to know if I could get an replacement or do I have to resubmit another application to get a new phone and number.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      No, you never had a phone with our company because this is an independent informational website, NOT a free government cell phone service provider. If you have not used your former phone for 30 days or more, your account has probably been cancelled. That means you can enroll with any free government cell phone company offering service in your state. Here’s where you can find those plans:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  297. Grace says

    Lol am I the only one that read the artical? They cannot give you a free phone. Where you can get one is at one of the locations above. This website should help you choose which one is best for you.

    Hahaha thank you to whomever wrote this. Once read it is applicable and useful.

    Reply

  298. Patricia williams says

    I have had my phone for a long time and it can be fully charged and once you call someone you on it for one minute and it goes dead….. can you please send me another free phone for phone number 864 305-****

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We cannot send you a replacement phone because we are not your service provider, Patricia. This is an independent informational website. You must contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  299. Michele M Jackson says

    I need a replacement phone for my number. 661-421-****. Please help me. My phone was broken last night and already my voice-mail is saying my phone number is disconnected

    Reply

  300. Diane Price says

    I accidentally split coffee on my phone SafeLink and it’s not working anymore. Can u help me. Thank you.

    Reply

  302. Rachel Alvarez says

    To whom it may concern:

    As of June 7, 2018 my phone is not in working order due to malfunction of the electronic device, as I am guessing that is the issue. At any rate, I respectfully request a replacement cell phone at your earliest convenience. Below is my contact and cell phone info. If possible please submit my request ASAP due to no access to emergency contact after public hours.

    Rachel Alvarez

    **Drivers license and picture of myself both submitted to approval dept on file, by Krystal in the Brookstone shopping center, in Lake Elsinore, ca.**

    ZTE Model#Z798BL
    S/N 32F477150E3C
    951-447-****

    Please contact via e-mail. Thank you in advance for rushing my request.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are NOT your service provider, Rachel, so we cannot do any of the things you request. You must contact customer service to solve your problems.

      Reply

  306. aila luuri rider says

    I need a replacement phone pH no longer working it was dropped and scream is no longer working

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We assume you meant “screen,” but we like the word you used instead. Read the article on this page, Aila.

      Reply

  307. QUNRONGCHEN says

    my wireless(phone) was broken ,so it is not work this month. its number is 1 630 613 ****.
    Could I get a replacement phone?
    Thank you for your help.
    Q.R.CHEN

    Reply

  308. Ana Marquez says

    The reason I’m texting is cause I trying to get another phone service.But since the last phone service I had Rand out of service and in order for me to get another phone I would have to disconnect the last phone number I had but the bad thing about it is that I don’t remember the phone number

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not quite sure what you’re asking, Ana, but if your free government cell phone is still working, call 6-1-1 to be connected to customer service. They can help you out.

      Reply

  309. chester simpson says

    I would like to cancel service to my lost safelink free phone. I do not wish to replace it.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We just went back and read the article on this page again and we can’t find anything in the article that says you can cancel your service by leaving a comment on this website. Could you help us out, Chester? Where does it say that?

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We just went back and read the article on this page again and we can’t find anything in the article that says you can cancel your service by leaving a comment on this website. Could you help us out, Michael? Where does it say that?

      Reply

  312. mark gilbert says

    help, while changing a flat tire, i used my ph. to call work to say I would be late. chanded the tire and hurried to work. Realizing I left my ph. I returned to the spot and no ph.. Had someone at work call me so I could hear it ring in the truck. It did not. My son & I both searched the site of the ‘tire change’ and we found nothing. Please help me get a replacement.

    Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          We cannot disconnnect it because we are not your service provider, Leonard. It will be automatically disconnected if (a) You neither make nor receive a phone call or text for 30 days, or (b) You don’t recertify on the one year anniversary date of your enrollment.

          Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We just went back and read the article on this page again and we can’t find anything in the article that says you can cancel your service by leaving a comment on this website. Could you help us out, Misty? Where does it say that?

      Reply

  316. Shana says

    Hi! I also wanted to add, Safelink customer service operators are extremely hard to understand, but YOU’RE GETTING A FREE PHONE! They will replace broken phones at no charge, and it’s usually a better one. Also, I do not for them. I am just grateful to these programs.

    Reply

  317. Joyce A Patterson says

    I been with safelink for over 8 years. And the last time i tried to renew my phone service for another year. Safelink told me my information was wrong. Now i can’t get no more free minutes and to top it all off you are telling me am not who i say i am. Please help me to understand that i have had the same number with this company all this time and now am not the same person

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s impossible for us to explain your former or current relationship with Safelink because we are an independent informational website. If you’ve been cancelled by Safelink, you should attempt to enroll with any of the other free government cell phone companies in your state. Here’s where you can find all those companies and their plans. Check them all out to find the plan that fits your needs best:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  319. Charles Wheatley says

    my number to my phone is 818-274-**** stop working? how do I get it turned back on? I have no phone.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Contact your service provider’s customer service team, Charles. You can do it by phone if you can borrow someone else’s, or check your service provider’s website to see if it offers an online chat or email function.

      Reply

  320. Daniel Rothwell says

    Can’t call you about my phone because it’s dead! HELP!!!! Need phone! My number is 727-482-****… May be able to get in coming calls.

    Reply

  321. Amir hussain baligh says

    Hello my name is amir baligh I use safelink Mobil free government but my phone is broken what should I do?

    Reply

  322. Michael Alfred Beuttler says

    I have a phone that has a broken cover. I was told that a envelope would be sent and I could get a replacement. When the phone arrived in the male, ii was broken. Please help if you can. Michael Beuittler. Thank you

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re not your service provider, so there’s nothing we can do, Michael. Contact customer service and demand that they solve this issue.

      Reply

  323. Vickie Fritz says

    I put my info. Into my phone per instructions and all of a sudden the site was gone. I can’t seem to locate it again. The info I put in was from my bank card because the phone with #3602323302 was stolen and we are trying to locate it. What is going on? Im attempting to locate the stolen . Not find out about a replacement.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      C’mon, Jerrica, does the article say you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment on this independent informational website. Read, people, read.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      No, we cannot, Martha. We are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website with ZERO affiliation with any free government cell phone service provider.

      Reply

      • Paulette Grube says

        I also lost my cell and need my service stopped but I don’t know who my provider was and the cell was a BLU from Target. I need to turn it off. I also need a new sim with a different #. Is this possible and how do I turn my old one off?

        Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Check out the USAC.org website. They will help you find out who your service provider is.

          Reply

  329. faith brown says

    i had a safelink phone from goverment program and some one stole it the # was 228-209-**** my name is faith *******. i have no phone to call safelink so please send me something to help me. my email is *********@gmail.com. i really need a new one. i am handicapped and i rely on that phone for emergencies. thank you so much.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, Faith, but this website is not operated by Safelink. You need to contact that company directly.

      Reply

  330. Alie says

    I have a brand new straight talk phone in box the Sim card has not been touched either can I use that Sim card and phone to replace my stolen phone ?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is one question we never answer, Alie. There are too many variables, so we always urge readers who ask this question to contact their service provider’s customer service team for the most accurate answer.

      Reply

  331. Jessica Robinson says

    My safelink phone was damaged screen busted up I’d like to get my REPLACEMENT phone. I have a phone to use if I could get a new SIM card with new number but keep.same plan that would be awesome

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sometimes it’s fun, Tammy. But other times when you’ve answered the same question about a thousand times, you just want to scream.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Not from us, Lydia. We’re an independent informational website, not a free government cell phone service provider. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team directly. And you might want to actually read the article on this page.

      Reply

    • Lesley Campbell Manning says

      Im trying to help my mother get her safelink phone replaced if anyway possible. i was hoping someone could help me. it’s been quite some time since its been gone and shes getting worse health. i live about 20 minutes away and have always been there 4 her. if there’s anything u could do towards a replacement i would so appreciate … My name is Lesley. Her phone was registered in hsr name Evelyn Campbell. not sure of the number any more im sorry that might not help at all. please contact me anything else u may need please. God bless!

      Reply

      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        We cannot contact individual readers due to the volume of comments and questions we get every day, Lesley. But we can answer your question.

        You need to contact your mom’s service provider’s customer service team. If the phone still works, use it to call 6-1-1 and you’ll be connected directly to customer service. If it doesn’t work, you can find contact info on our “Providers” page. Just click on the service provider’s name and you’ll be taken to an article that includes the contact info you need. Here’s a link:

        https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/free-cell-phone-providers

        Keep in mind that you will probably be required to pay a small fee to get a replacement phone.

        Reply

  334. Gloria says

    I need to cancel my safelink account I have lost my phone when I was ice fishing it fell in the hole thank you

    Reply

  335. johnwygrecki says

    I am trying to contact them, I am homeless, living in the mountains and can use a friends Internet Connection for a little while, why do I need to call them to report my phone lost, I DO NOT have a phone!

    Reply

  336. Kayla’s says

    I’m trying get a replacement phone and I don’t have a phone to call to get one and I move ….

    Reply

  337. Karen Andrews says

    I need a new phone because my old phone is not working so if you would please send me a new phone please

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We are NOT your service provider, Karen. This is an independent informational website. Do as the article instructs.

      Reply

  339. Beverly Rossi says

    Phone will not allow me to make calls. the screen says Hand free activation and also Cancel. After allowing a few minutes I cancel and go to dial a phone number. It says number or code is incorrect.
    Is it possible for you to send me an e-mail as I have not been able to find a phone number to call you.
    I would like to have a replacement phone.

    Thank you,

    B Rossi

    Reply

  340. Charles Brewster says

    My phone was stolen. I need a new one because all my Dr phone numbers and Lawyer from Social Security is on there. What can I do. How can you help?

    Reply

  341. Valerie Perez says

    My phone was stolen and I need to cancel the service temporarily how do I go about temporarily cancelling the the service?

    Reply

  342. Gerron Overstreet says

    I’ve called twice to get a replacement phone. Around January 15 I talked to a representative. She said that since this was my first replacement ( and it is) that it would take 7-10 business days. She took my address and that was it. 2 weeks later I called to check on the delivery date. The new representative said she had no idea what was going on (after putting me on hold to talk to a “supervisor”) then hung up on me! When I called back my estimated wait time went from about 30 secs to 4 hours! I have no idea what to do. The phone freezes every single time I use it and the screen is so cracked I can barely see it. Please give me a useable suggestion.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We get so many stories of horrible service from all the companies. It really is horrible. The problem you now have, Gerron, is that your phone has gone so long without being used that your account may have already been cancelled (that’s supposed to happen after 30 days). You are doing what you need to do, and it’s a pity that your service provider isn’t actually offering any service. Have you tried contacting customer service by email or checking its website to see if it offers an online chat service?

      Reply

  343. Becky williams says

    whoever is answering these peoples concerns has no buisness being a business person..read the answers some of these people got.i mean,why have this on here when its no help to anyone at all and the one answering the questions has to be a very miserable person to respond the way they do….wish your boss was contactable….

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      This is “the boss” responding, Becky. I’ve read over the last couple hundred questions and our moderators’ responses and they have done an outstanding job. If you are not satisified with the work our selfless staff produces, perhaps you should visit a competitive website that answers its readers questions as thoroughly as we do. What’s that? You can’t find any other websites that actually answer its readers questions? How will you solve that dilemma, Ms Williams?

      Reply

  344. Becky williams says

    I need a replacement phone,yes i did read the above,but when i click “go here”it brings me straight back to here so what do i do

    Reply

      • Michael says

        I believe she’s talking about all the links on your website direct you to other pages within this site and not the company site. I know I opened multiple tabs thinking that the links attached to the service providers names would take me to their website. Either way I think it’s fairly simple and takes only the smallest common sense to figure out that you don’t have any involvement in the lifeline program and are only providing information and what needs to be done after reading your website.

        Oh by the way my phone hasn’t been working and I need a replacement could you send one right away. Posting a comment on a article online is how you get one right?

        Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Did you read the article above, Willie? Does it say you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment here?

      Reply

  349. Susan says

    My question is regarding Budget Mobile. I saw on your site that they are no longer in the Gov. free phone business anymore.

    Since that is the case, any suggestions on how to get a replacement phone from a company that no longer services its previous customers?

    I understand that I should contact them, however, their website is down and their phone number is no longer working.

    Is it best to simply start all over again with a different company? Fill out a new application form, etc?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Most Budget Mobile customers have been taken over by enTouch Wireless. Go to our “Providers” page and click on enTouch. In addition, you are eligible to switch to any other company if that’s what you choose to do. You can find all the companies offering plans in your state at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply

  350. Krissy Ferrell says

    I have lost my phone I have no way of calling is there any way I can get a freeze on my phone 615 423 **** Krissy ferrell

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  351. PHILIP L LOMBARDI says

    Hi, I actually read the article. I joined Access wireless and they sent me a broken ZTE N817. I can’t get any response from them. Any advice?? Should I cancel my service and try a different provider?

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Unfortunately, you cannot cancel your service, Philip. You are stuck with them for 60 days if your plan includes talk and text only, and one full year if your plan includes data. We’ve had lots of readers complain about their inability to reach a live person at Access customer service, and we don’t have a good answer for you.

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Check your service provider’s website to see if you can buy it online. If not, contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  353. Eula R. Culbreath says

    I am on Disability and food stamps. My re-certification has been renewed but my phone is broken and I was asking for another phone. The phone name is Coolpad Avail. Can I please get a new phone I still have minutes and internet data still on it but the screen is damaged and I can’t see who calls or text me.

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We can’t tell you if you qualify for a new phone, Eula, because we are not your service provider. You’ll need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply

  354. Kevin Baylor says

    I’m on disability, food stamps, and I thought what a wonderful thing a phone, well I order it , it took 2 months to receive, had to order a new SIM card, that was 3 more weeks, promise72 hours, in a month and a half, phone quit again, week and a half new SIM card, did not work, been out of a phone for 2 months they safe link, can’t find a problem with it, off line, invalid, no phone, talked to about 9 people,6 in one day , they don’t know their ass from a hole in the groud, thew the phone into the river, good for nothing, never again company sucks.

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  355. Kendra Lewis says

    I lost the phone that I received from qlink wireless back in November. I asked the company about a replacement and about having the service disconnected and I also asked to have my information and service to be transferred to this phone which is the same model and service carrier as the original. In my opinion who ever is using that phone is committing identity theft and the company is fraudulent

    Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We would guess that someone who would steal your phone would also have no problem committing identity theft.

      Reply

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          We haven’t refused to do anything, Ravin, because we are not your free government cell phone service provider. This is an independent informational website. Contact your service provider’s customer service team.

          Reply

    • ShirleyHarris says

      ShirleyHarris I lost my phone need a replacement please okay that will be just cool i miss my phone so please help me 662-753-**** lost it before my birthday

      Reply

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Did you read the article, Shirley? We wrote it, but we just cannot remember if it says you can get a replacement phone by leaving a comment at this independent informational website. Can you check that out for us?

      Reply

  358. Valerie Styles says

    Hello,
    I’ve been trying to reach you without any success, no one ever answers the phone, it keeps saying it’s processing and call back in 15 minutes with the same response. My phone is not working it cannot turn on or off. My phone # is 321 527 ****, this phone is old and needs replacing. Please do not send me a phone # to call because all I get are recordings. I just got off the phone with an Ashley and she transferred me over to support; which hung up the phone, so again I have no success with Safelink.
    Thank you

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You haven’t been trying to reach “us,” Valerie, because we are NOT Safelink. This is an independent informational website. You need to contact Safelink customer service directly.

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  359. Leihuanani Luhiau says

    I would like a Qlink phone i requested a free phone… But need to change my proof of eligibilty status how do i do that when i can’t find my order.

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  360. C Burks says

    I have a Qlinks cell phone. So through emails I’ve informed them how the charger take forever to charge the phone. Sometimes I’ll have it charging overnight with little charged by morning. I’ve ordered another charger…same thing happens. The response was to replace it with a $25 fee. I’m not paying. So I’m trying to find out if changing companies I can know what type(name brand) phone they are offering so I don’t get the same phone again. Why is that so hard?

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      The best solution for you might be to purchase your own phone so you can participate in your service provider’s BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) program. Speak to customer service before you buy anything to make sure the phone make and model you want to purchase is compatible with its network.

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  361. Rosalba says

    I lost my cell phone about three months ago i been trying to find a stand to get a replacement amd can’t find one. i try to apply again online at safelink and sent the required information and I havent gotten any response. there is no mumber to call them.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Go to our “Providers” page by clicking the link at the top of this page. Then click on the “Safelink” name. You’ll find all the contact info in the article.

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  362. G e n e i va says

    Hi is there any way to GPS a qlink wireless phone before you actually suspended I know the person that stole my phone and I want to press charges and I want to file in the snow report with the police department but I need to find need to locate the phone I looked up is do you have a GPS locator for the qlink wireless phone

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      That’s a question for Q Link’s customer service or tech support team, Geneiva. Give them a call.

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  363. Giam nguyen says

    Will you please show me a store location near san pablo ca 94806. I’ll buy e new one for myself . That’s the best way for me. Thanks

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  364. Jessica says

    I have no way to call out on this app I’m using! But my phone was stolen last year! And ineed a replacemnet phone! I cant even get a new obama phone til after April 7. Please help!

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  366. Rhonda says

    There are so many different companies I’m not sure which one to use. I have a phone that quit on me right away. I’ve been very ill so I haven’t done anything with it. I had someone helping me and thought they sent it back. Now how do I return this?

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You do not need to return it, Rhonda, but you do need to speak directly to your service provider’s customer service team.

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  367. patrick nosack says

    i am with qlink wireless for my free phone. they sent me a smart phone to replace my old phone. the phone they sent quit working after 7 months. when i told them i need another phone they said pay $25 and they will send me one. i am not going to pay them for a phone. i can not not afford it, and the one they sent me quit working after 7 months. i have no lifeline now. can you help me

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  368. amanda juarez says

    I have my phone and my screen is completely out nothing on screen is was working fine yesterday need a new phone

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  369. Jon says

    The problem with telling people to read the article is it assumes people know who they got there free phone through. I got mine 3 years or more ago and it busted itself yesterday. I do need a replacement, but I have no idea which if any of these companies to contact. at the end of the day should I just pick one at random?

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  370. Cindy Marshall says

    My phone does not work very well. When someone is speaking to me I am unable to hear very well. It sounds as if they are in a deep well. Am I able to get a replacement phone? If so, do I need to return M6 phone after I get a new one?

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  371. Michael Migel says

    I lost my original flip cell phone, and it was replaced with an android phone. The replacement phone (Android) got broken, and I was told by Assurance Wireless that there were flip and and Android cell phone replacements for it when I originally called, the flip phone costing $20 to replace, and being able to pay for that by using a Virgin Mobile Top-Up card. However, the next time I called (just 2 days later), I was told that “we don’t have flip phones available at this time, check back later”. The VERY next day I decided to call back to see if there were any flip phones in stock, and I was told, “We no longer have flip phones.” I WANT/NEED a FLIP cell phone. Do any of the free phone providers still allow them? From what I understand by their website, ONLY VIRGIN MOBILE/PAY LO phones are able to be used through their company, yet I haven’t seen ANY flip type phones available by VIRGIN MOBILE/PAY LO!

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      The solution is to purchase your own flip phone and go with a company that offers a BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) or BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) plan. But PLEASE remember that not all cell phones are compatible with all cell networks, so make sure you check with customer service to confirm which phones you can purchase that will work with your service provider’s network BEFORE YOU BUY.

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  373. Tenisha Broaders says

    Hi my name is Tenisha broaders. and I have my cell phone for 6 month and the screen is broke. It not work where can I send my phone at

    Thanks you

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You probably have a couple options, Chad. (1) See if your service provider will provide you with a free upgrade. They probably will not, but it can’t hurt to ask. (2) If they will not, you can pay a relatively small fee for an upgraded model. (3) You have the option of switching to a new service provider. All the Lifeline companies are required to provide free smartphones to all new customers. Here’s where you can find an article that tells you exactly how to switch service providers:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/how-do-i-switch-lifeline-providers

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  379. Susan Lewis says

    My current SafeLink phone, which was accidentally broken today,was a self-supplied Samsung 4G LTE handset formerly with VZW I used when my previous SafeLink-supplied handset was lost (about a year ago). What do I need to do to obtain a replacement handset? (I’ve only had one SafeLink-supplied handset. I called the Customer Support number twice today and was told (by the same CSR each time) that because this is a self-supplied handset, I must purchase a TracFone handset.)

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You should call in again and ask to speak to a supervisor. You should be able to purchase any compatible cell phone to use with Safelink service. But make sure the make and model you select is compatible BEFOFE you purchase it.

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      • Kristen Gallagher says

        I am a safelink wireless customer as well and when I accidentally broke the screen on the initial handset safelink wireless provided me, I contacted customer service and I was told the same thing…. I have to purchase my own replacement phone and the phone must be a TracFone device… Apparently Tracfone devices are the only phones that are compatible with Safelink wireless, per safelink representative.

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