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ClearTalk Wireless Free Government Cell Phones

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Free cell phone and 250 free minutes of talk/text per month in Columbia and Greenville/Spartanburg.


IMPORTANT NOTICE: All references to the Lifeline program have been removed from ClearTalk’s website. Try another company in your state instead.

ClearTalk is another one of those Lifeline Assistance companies that requires a little explanation, because there are really two different ClearTalks. They not only share the same name, they share the same logo, but make no mistake, they are completely different companies.

The ClearTalk that offers free government cell phones as part of the Lifeline Assistance program is ClearTalk of South Carolina. A representative told us, “We share the same brand as ClearTalk Tennessee and South Carolina, however we are not the same company … (The other) ClearTalk that serves Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and California does not offer LifeLine.”

Now that we’ve cleared that up, let’s get specific:

You get 250 free minutes per month or for $15/month you can get unlimited talk, text and web. For $25 you can get unlimited nationwide calling and for $30 for you’ll also get unlimited Android data.

That gives you more flexibility if the “standard” 250 minutes of talk or texts is insufficient for your personal needs. ClearTalk makes its plans available at a variety of walk-in locations including wireless stores, convenience stores, beauty shops, pawn shops, and grocery stores.

One thing to keep in mind is that ClearTalk’s geographic footprint is pretty small, not encompassing the entire state. The service is limited to Columbia and Greenville/Spartanburg. But if you live there, check them out.

Finally, we love ClearTalk’s corporate philosophy. As the company says on its website, “Our goals include more than just providing a simple alternative to wireless, we are part of the communities we call home. We strive to service our communities and the people of our communities by helping to make them a better place. Past examples include funding the use of an unused Hospital Wing in Jackson, TN to allow it house victims of Katrina; Reinvented a neglected telecom building with a larger than life aquatic whale mural, making it a local landmark in Jacksonville Beach, FL; Renovating a historic burned-out theatre building in downtown Pocatello, Idaho preserving the historic Bannock Indian Chiefs mosaic entrance and many similar projects. Our work has already begun in Tennessee; projects are in the works to help make our community a better place.”

That’s what Lifeline Assistance is all about — helping people and helping the community.

Contact:

ClearTalk Wireless
PO Box 8839
Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: 888.677.7795
Website: cleartalkwireless.com

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Comments

  1. Edith Bates says

    December 30, 2020 at 1:34 am

    Been with Qlinkwireless for 2 years, love the plan but I’ve had trouble with my phone since day one….Now my phone will not charge, unhappy! Won’t to change companies been sharing battery for about 5months now. Would like to have close to the plan I’ve got now…. Please I need a new phone, thanks Edith Bates

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 30, 2020 at 4:49 am

      Have you checked with QLink customer service to see if they will offer you a replacement phone, Edith? Many companies now offer replacement phones annually. If they won’t offer a replacement, you are free to switch to any other company/plan at any time. Here is where you can find are all the companies/plans in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      And here’s another article that tells you exactly how to make the switch:

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

  2. Steve Logan says

    September 14, 2020 at 11:38 am

    I’ve been approved for a Lifeline phone for 3 weeks sign up for SafeLink Wireless still haven’t heard anything I have called no one can give me any information so I don’t know what to do.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 14, 2020 at 11:51 am

      Safelink has a “Check My Status” button on its website. Give it a try.

  3. Mike Hartsook says

    November 24, 2019 at 12:56 pm

    I thought that ClearTalk Wireless was for a FREE Government Phone. Nobody said anything about charging people for it. I Read where ClearTalk Wireless said one deal was $15.00 and the Other one Was $25.00, I THOUGHT THAT THEY WERE FREE CLEAR TALK WIRELESS, YOU ALL SHOULD NOT EVEN BE IN THE LIST OF FREE GOVERNMENT CELL PHONE COMPANIES THAT PROVIDE SERVICE IN TENNESSEE. THAT’S FALSE ADVERTISEMENT.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 25, 2019 at 2:50 am

      You may have missed it, Mike, but this announcement sits at the top of our ClearTalk page: “IMPORTANT NOTICE: All references to the Lifeline program have been removed from ClearTalk’s website. Try another company in your state instead.” We have not listed ClearTalk among the free government cell phone service providers.

      • Debra says

        January 15, 2020 at 1:01 pm

        That “Important Notice” should have read…No longer doing business as a lifeline provider….That notice was conflicting.

  4. Melinda Simpson says

    January 23, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    i am trying to get my mother n law a free goverment phone in tennessee she is on ssi and social security what do i need to do i have looked and looked . please help

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 24, 2017 at 7:07 am

      Here’s where you can find a complete list of free government cell phone companies and plans in your state, Melinda:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  5. Elaina says

    February 4, 2016 at 7:40 am

    BUMMER! Extremely limited service coverage. Seems like a legit service plan though.

  6. harland lanning says

    January 5, 2016 at 10:57 am

    what do i need in order to receive a free cell i am and have been getting govtm. asst. for food snap SNAP program for S.C. i have my card and account number plus paper work from office of the DSS. office…I can fax or e-mail or even mail via USPO.. please let me know or send application form..

  7. alisha says

    August 31, 2015 at 4:30 am

    how do i apply? i tried the website but it did not take me to the free phone site.

  8. Melanie Pack says

    May 6, 2015 at 8:35 pm

    Does your service cover Farner, TN 37333?

  9. don lowery marketing says

    March 17, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    i would be interested in recruiting other retail outlets to offer your program in tennessee
    don lowery

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