Free Cell Phone FAQ

You may wonder why and how companies can give away free cell phones. Here are some common questions with answers. Please let us know if you have any others by emailing us.

Q: How can companies offer free cell phones?
A: They provide a free cell phone with one stipulation - you must sign up with a wireless service with them. They generate revenue from the wireless plan. Phones are given away as perks to get more sign ups. Most only require a 1 year contract, and some may require 2 years.

Q: Do the wireless plans differ or cost more than elsewhere?
A: No, Wireless plans come with the same rates you find anywhere else. Most likely you will find better wireless deals online than in a retail store.

Q: Can I get a new cellphone model that just came out?
A: Most likely you can't get a new model. This is because manufacturers don't allow it - they need to make money from sales. The cell phones that are offered for free are the most highly rated and popular models that a cell phone maker has produced.

Q: Do free cell phones work with all carriers?
A: No. Nokia is the only phone maker that supports multiple carriers, but not all of them. Other phones only work with one or two carriers. Be sure to choose a phone with a carrier you want.

Q: Are free phones available to anyone?
A: You must be 18 in order to qualify for most free cell phones. You must also be located in an area that has a supported carrier.

Q: Are these brand new cell phones?
A: Yes, they are brand new top quality cell phones. Most are still sold retail.

Q: What are the free cell phones valued at?
A: Between $30 and $200. Don't choose a phone by the price though - find one that meets your needs.

Q: Is there some catch to this free cell phone offer?
A: No, there are no tricks, just a great free cell phone.

Q: Do I have to sign up for a cell phone calling plan?
A: Yes, in order to receive a free cell phone you do have to sign up for a plan, but in order to use any cell phone you would have to sign up for a plan anyway. These are the same plans that are offered anywhere else, so why buy a cell phone, when you can get a brand new top quality cell phone for free!

Q: What carriers are available?
A: At&T, VoiceStream, Cingular, Nextel, and Sprint are the main carriers that are available for free cell phones. Some companies only use one. Go with a company that offers a free cell phone with a carrier you want.

Q: Do I have to pay for the free cell phone delivery charges?
A: No the delivery of the cell phone is completely free.

Q: What are the included service features?

A: All the basic service are usually include. Be sure to review the plan you pick since there are many variations of options.

Free Caller ID: Allows you to see the phone number displayed on the cell phone of a caller before you answer!

Free Call Waiting: Allows you to receive incoming calls, on your free cell phone while an original call is in progress!

3-Way Conference Calling: Allows you to conduct a call, on your free cell phone with two parties at the same time!

Call Forwarding: Sends incoming calls to a designated number after a few rings or immediately when your free cell phone is turned off!

Free Digital Voice mail: Allows callers to leave a message if your free cell phone is busy or turned off.