Free Technology Help Is Available

A federal program that reduces your monthly internet or phone bill by up to $9.25. One benefit per household — available from hundreds of participating providers nationwide.

Who qualifies: Qualify if you receive Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or if your income is at or below 135% of the federal poverty line.

A federal benefit that discounts home internet service by up to $30/month ($75/month on qualifying Tribal lands). Check the FCC site for current program status.

Note: Program currently paused — visit fcc.gov/acp for the latest status.

Who qualifies: Qualify via Lifeline eligibility, Pell Grant, free/reduced school lunch, or income at or below 200% of the federal poverty line.

Reliable home internet for just $9.95/month in areas served by Comcast. Includes free or low-cost laptop offers and free digital literacy training.

Who qualifies: Available to households with at least one student on free/reduced lunch, or families receiving public assistance programs. Comcast service area required.

AT&T offers home internet for $10/month for qualifying households. Speed options depend on what is available at your address.

Who qualifies: Must participate in SNAP, SSI, Medicaid, or be enrolled in the National School Lunch Program. Must live in an AT&T service area.

T-Mobile offers low-cost home internet and phone plans for qualifying households. Rates and availability vary — check T-Mobile's site for current offers.

Who qualifies: Eligibility tied to income or participation in qualifying government assistance programs. Check T-Mobile's site for current requirements.

Provides professionally refurbished desktop and laptop computers at very low cost, along with low-cost mobile internet service. Operates locations in many US cities and ships nationally.

Who qualifies: Income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty line, or you must be enrolled in a qualifying government assistance program. Income verification required.

Accepts donated computers and redistributes them to nonprofits, qualifying individuals, and families in need. Applications reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Who qualifies: Open to individuals who cannot afford a computer. Submit an application explaining your need — approved applicants receive a refurbished computer at no cost.

Delivers refurbished devices, affordable internet access, and one-on-one tech training to low-income individuals. Operates in California and ships devices to some other states.

Who qualifies: Available to individuals and families with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty line. Check their website for current device availability and service areas.

Connects low-income Americans to low-cost internet plans, affordable devices, and free digital skills training. Acts as a clearinghouse to find local offers near you.

Who qualifies: Programs vary by location and provider. Enter your zip code on their site to see what internet, device, and training programs are available in your area.

Free tech classes for adults 60 and older — both in-person at Senior Planet centers and online via live Zoom sessions. Topics include smartphones, video calling, social media, online safety, and more. Part of AARP Foundation.

Who qualifies: Open to any adult age 60 or older. No prior tech experience needed. Many classes are also available in Spanish.

Free online tutorials and workshops designed specifically for older adults. Covers smartphones, tablets, video chatting, online safety, and staying connected with family.

Who qualifies: Free and open to everyone — no AARP membership required. Available online at any time, at your own pace.

Completely free online lessons on computer basics, using the internet, email, Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and more. Great starting point for anyone new to technology.

Who qualifies: No account required. All lessons are free, self-paced, and available online 24/7 in English and Spanish.

Free online courses on computer and internet basics, created by the Public Library Association. Courses include using a mouse, browsing the internet, staying safe online, and using email.

Who qualifies: Completely free and open to anyone. No account needed to access most courses. Often used in public library programs.

Free online assessments and learning modules to build and verify your digital literacy skills. Covers basic computer use, internet, email, and using common software.

Who qualifies: Open to anyone. Many public libraries and community organizations use Northstar to help learners earn a digital literacy certificate at no cost.

Live online classes led by older adult instructors, covering smartphones, tablets, video calling, health topics, and life skills. Offers both free and paid classes.

Who qualifies: Designed for adults 60 and older. Many classes are free; some require a paid membership. Check the site for current free offerings.

Free, world-class education including courses on computer basics, the internet, and how computers work. Also covers math, finance, and other subjects that can help with digital tasks.

Who qualifies: Completely free. Available to learners of all ages. Create a free account to track your progress.

Pairs older adults with young volunteers for free one-on-one tech mentorship. Available by phone helpline and through in-person programs at senior centers and libraries.

Who qualifies: Open to seniors who need tech help. The phone helpline is available to any older adult in the US and Canada who needs assistance with a device or app.

Most local senior centers offer free tech help, computer access, and classes. Use the Eldercare Locator (eldercare.acl.gov) to find the nearest senior center and Area Agency on Aging in your community.

Who qualifies: Senior center programs are generally open to adults age 60 and older. Services and programs vary by location.

Resources and tools to help older adults use technology to stay connected, reduce isolation, and find local support. Includes a resource finder for tech help in your community.

Who qualifies: Open to all older adults. No cost to use the resource finder or access the tools and information on the site.

Offers digital literacy programs for older adults in New York City and through national partnerships. Programs include Senior Planet classes, community workshops, and advocate training.

Who qualifies: In-person programs focused on NYC; Senior Planet online classes (seniorplanet.org) available nationally to adults 60+.

The VA provides free telehealth appointments, video visit technology, and tech support so veterans can meet with their care team from home. Includes setup help for VA Video Connect.

Who qualifies: Available to veterans enrolled in VA health care. Contact your local VA facility or call 1-866-606-8198 to get started with telehealth.

DAV offers a range of services for disabled veterans, including assistance navigating VA benefits and connecting to technology and support programs. Free DAV claims agents available at no cost.

Who qualifies: Open to veterans with service-connected disabilities. DAV services are free — they never charge veterans for claims assistance.

VFW posts across the country provide assistance connecting veterans to benefits, services, and technology resources. Many posts offer in-person help navigating digital services and VA benefits portals.

Who qualifies: Open to eligible veterans and service members. Visit vfw.org to find your nearest VFW post.

Most public libraries offer free WiFi, computer access, one-on-one tech help appointments, digital literacy classes, and even free WiFi hotspot lending — all at no cost with a library card.

Who qualifies: Free to anyone with a library card. Cards are free with proof of address. Use the IMLS library finder to locate your nearest branch.