Verizon's Total Wireless is offering free service to eligible customers.

According to David Kim, Chief Revenue Officer at Verizon Value in October 2025, accessible wireless connections should be available to everyone. Because of this, California LifeLine is coming to Total Wireless stores throughout California, enabling qualifying residents to easily register and get connected, without obstacles, credit checks, and with reliable quality.

Applying is simple. California residents can enroll in stores using QR codes at Total Wireless locations or apply online. Those already enrolled in CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit, or other government aid programs automatically meet the requirements.

Both new and existing customers can apply, but the LifeLine benefit is limited to one per household and is nontransferable.

Total Wireless is also growing its LifeLine program nationwide to offer discounted wireless to more people. With about 1,900 exclusive stores across the US, including over 200 in California, customers can visit a store for support, information, and in-person enrollment.

Verizon is focused on helping customers stay connected. The company recently offered payment deferrals for government workers impacted by the current two-week federal shutdown.

Total Wireless seeks to serve California communities with dependable and affordable mobile service. The goal is to make sure every household can access vital wireless resources.

LifeLine is a federal initiative that helps eligible users lower the cost of phone or internet service. Verizon has participated in this program, particularly after it grew its Lifeline presence in 2021 by acquiring TracFone, a major prepaid and Lifeline provider in the US.

Verizon also provides its own Lifeline discounts for home phone, wireless, and Fios Home Internet services. The program is funded by fees from telecom providers and, indirectly, from most phone and internet subscribers.

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