Keeping people connected by participating in the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

Qualifying households will be able to get from $30 to $75 off plans per month with internet access.

FREE and Discounted Internet with a Tablet!

Applying for ACP with Rural4G is Easy!

Enroll for your Affordable Connectivity Program benefit and get your tablet

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All Affordable Connectivity Program Plans Include:

  • Download Speeds Up To 10-35 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds Up To 3-20 Mbps

  • NO Contract and NO Hidden Fees

  • NO Activation Fees

  • The One-Time $10.10 co-pay is required as part of all programs

1 – Qualify

Use our Eligibility Form to see if you qualify.

2 – Enroll

Sign Up for Rural4G Internet
Call us at (870) 451-0373

Current Customers
Customers who have already applied through our Eligibility Form will be notified once approved. Customers who have applied through the National Verifier may visit Rural4G ACP Consent  to request the monthly Internet discount.

New Customers
If you’re considering switching to Rural4G, you can find out if you’re eligible for this program by going to check availability. You’ll need to apply through the Eligibility Form as well.

FREE and Discounted Internet with Tablet

Get a One-Time $10.10 Tablet Bundled with FREE or Discounted Internet Monthly Service

FREE


$10.10 one-time fee for Tablet

$0/month


  • 10GB Internet Data Cap
  • Tablet Included

 

UNLIMITED


$10.10 one-time fee for Tablet

$12/month


  • Unlimited Internet
  • Tablet Included

 

TRIBAL


$10.10 one-time fee for Tablet

$0/month


  • Unlimited Internet
  • Tablet Included
(only for households on qualifying Tribal lands)

 

About the Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a federal government benefit program operated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) which helps low-income households pay for broadband service and connected internet devices broadband internet access service bill by up to $30 per month. We offer a variety of internet packages with no contracts required and no early termination fees. Eligible customers may apply the ACP benefit to one of our current internet packages in their area, opt-out of the program or transfer the ACP benefit to another provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Affordable Connectivity Program?
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program operated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like a laptop or tablet.
How does the Affordable Connectivity Program work?
Under the ACP program, eligible households may receive (if qualified to participate):

  • Up to $30 per month off broadband internet services, or
  • Up to $75 per month discount for households on qualifying tribal lands.
  • A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50)

Only one monthly service discount and one device discount are allowed per household. A household is any individual or group living together at the same address and sharing income and expenses.

The Affordability Connectivity Program benefit can only be used with one provider at a time. If the program ends for any reason or the customer de-enrolled, the undiscounted plan price and general terms and conditions of service apply.

ACP Consumers must make monthly payments to their ACP-supported broadband internet service when the ACP benefit does not entirely cover the cost of the internet plan. If they do not make payments due, their ACP-supported broadband internet service will be disconnected after 90 consecutive days of non-payment.

Who is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?
A household is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program if the household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria below:

  • Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
  • Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider’s existing low-income internet program;
  • Participates in one of these assistance programs:
    • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
    • Medicaid
    • Federal Public Housing Assistance
    • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
    • Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
    • Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits
    • or Lifeline;
  • Participates in one of these assistance programs and lives on Qualifying Tribal lands:
    • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
    • Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
    • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
    • Tribal Head Start (income based)
    • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations 

      Note: more info at  https://www.affordableconnectivity.gov/do-i-qualify/

How can I determine if I'm eligible and sign up?
You can determine your eligibility to receive Rural4G ACP plan with the steps below:

Check availability to see if your address is in our service area.

Use the National Verifier Database at https://acpbenefit.org to confirm eligibility.

Sign up for Rural4G’s services or call us at (870) 451-0373

You will receive High-Speed Internet Service with the ACP discount if you qualify.

How does the billing work?
After consumers are approved for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a discount credit will be applied to their Rural4G account for the ACP benefit. This discount credit will go towards their monthly internet service.
Can I disconnect my service at any time?
Yes, you can disconnect at any time with no early termination fees.