Lifeline Service Overview

Recognizing the important benefits associated with phone access and concerned that low-income households may not be able to afford phone service on their own, the federal government created the Lifeline Assistance program in 1985. Consumers who qualify based on federal or state-specific eligibility criteria can obtain discounted or free phone service through the Lifeline Assistance program.

Mike Talk provides eligible consumers with free monthly data, minutes and unlimited texting

What does the free service offer?

Eligible customers receive:

· Free Phone Service: The program provides free monthly data, unlimited texting, and free monthly minutes.

· Free 4.5GB Data: Each month, eligible customers receive 4.5GB of data.

· Free Unlimited Texts: The program includes unlimited text messaging.

· Free 1000 Talk Minutes: Each month, eligible customers receive 1000 talk minutes.

· No Contracts or Activation Fees: There are no annual contracts or activation fees.

· No Credit Checks: The program does not require credit checks.

· Strong and Reliable 5G LTE Signal: The service is available on the T-Mobile Network, covering 99% of Americans.

· Scam Protection Tools: The program offers free scam protection tools.

· Free Calls to Customer Care

· Free Unlimited Calling to 211

· Voicemail Account, Calling Waiting, Caller ID

· 911 Access

Go to the Qualify tab to submit your information to see if you can receive this service

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If my phone is locked, how do I unlock it?

If your phone is locked (which is sometimes referred to as network or SIM locked), you'll have to contact the original carrier to have it unlocked. You may have to pay any balances due on your phone or on your account before it can be unlocked by your carrier. It may take a few days to unlock the device.

Most phone numbers can be transferred to Mike Talk through Assurance Wireless. If you are working with one of our street representatives, they will assist you. If you are an existing customer, once your Mike Talk Wireless SIM Card is installed, call us at 1-888-321-5880 to complete the transfer process. In both cases, to get started, you'll need the following information:

  • Previous wireless company name

  • Previous wireless account number

  • Previous account PIN

  • Existing phone number

We recommend backing up your contacts, voicemail and text messages before transferring your number. During the process, you may have dual service for up to 24 hours, meaning your device will be active on both carrier networks. Please do not cancel your previous wireless service until you receive a confirmation text message from Mike Talk Wireless saying that the number transfer is complete.

What's a SIM Card?

SIM stands for Subscriber Identity Module. The SIM Card is a tiny plastic card with an integrated chip. When you insert it into your device, the SIM Card identifies the device to the network. You'll need an Mike Talk Wireless SIM Card to connect to the Assurance network.

How do I find my phone's IMEI?

There are a few ways to find your phone's 15-digit IMEI:

  • Dial *#06# on your phone

  • Check your phone's "Settings" menu

  • Check for a label under your battery

Customer Feedback

Hear from our satisfied customers about their experiences with us.

Mike Talk has truly changed my life by providing free phone services to my community.

James Carter
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Houston, TX

I appreciate Mike Talk's generous support, making communication accessible for families in need without cost, and their optional add-ons are valuable and affordable. Highly recommended service!

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Linda Smith

Atlanta, GA

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Not all applicants will qualify for our free sim card, and may be offered a reduced price for service based on documents submitted. Add on features are optional and will be an additional charge. Please check compatibility of your device with our network. Please use devices that are unlocked. If your device is locked, you must contact the original carrier and discuss what is needed to unlock the device. We can not and will not unlock devices from other carriers