SafeLink Wireless Email Address

by Tangy Reid
(Charlotte NC, Mecklenburg County)

Does my SafeLink Wireless cell phone have an email address?

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Dec 04, 2023
 Fraud Email NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for your post. Just to verify, are you posting this to warn others of scams/fraud out there so they can keep an eye out? Or are you looking for this site to take some kind of action? Cheers.
Dec 03, 2023
 scam fraud email received NEW
by: Anonymous

SafeLink Wireless
www.safelinkwireless.com
From:safelink@email2.safelink.com
Sun, Dec 3 at 4:33 PM
Thank You for Your Purchase!
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SafeLink Wireless
$20/mo

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Thank you for your purchase!
Please remember that your new card benefits will be used first. Once those benefits are used, the service will switch to your free monthly allotment, so you will never run out of service!
Thank you for choosing SafeLink Wireless.
When you purchase, activate, or use a SafeLink phone or SafeLink Wireless services, you agree to comply with the latest Terms and Conditions of Service, which are subject to change without notice. SafeLink® is a registered trademark of TracFone Wireless, Inc., a Verizon company. ©2019 TracFone Wireless, Inc. 9700 NW 112th Avenue, Miami, FL 33178. All rights reserved. Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy
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Jul 10, 2023
 Getting Through NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Sorry to hear you're having trouble getting in touch with your provider. Unfortunately, you'll need to use a friend's phone and try calling.

Is it turning off because the battery is dying? Can you try keeping it plugged in while calling?

In terms of applying/transferring to a different provider, I recommend that you try doing the application online. If you don't have internet access, you can go to a local library to get free access, or perhaps a friend's computer or phone.

Please let me know how it works out!
Jul 10, 2023
 Phone NEW
by: Rose czarnik

I've been trying to get info on phone replacement. I can't call out it hangs up on me. Phone will not stay on. I've tried calling from a app but keeps disconnecting me. Going on 3 weeks can't get chat lose them . Am about to get different phone provider but I can't keep phone on long enough to do there application. Am f up
Mar 09, 2023
 Did you sign up? NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for posting. Can you share more about your situation? Did you apply for a free phone but not sure if it was SafeLink or another company?

That said, this site isn't affiliated with SafeLink, so I wouldn't be able to tell you one way or another, but I may be able to point you into the right direction. Regards.
Mar 09, 2023
 Phone NEW
by: Rhonda Ervin

I need to know did I sign up on SafeLink. Can you help me
Mar 02, 2023
 SIM Cards NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

So phones with SIM cards are GSM. When there's no SIM it's CDMA. There aren't really any CDMA phones around anymore and that network has largely been decommissioned.

I'm not sure I fully understand your situation. The SIM card defines the service you have. So even with an unlocked phone, you need to get a SIM card of the provider you want to use.

If a phone that is unlocked is compatible with a given network (i.e. it supports the correct frequencies), an active SIM should work in that phone.
Mar 02, 2023
 Sim card on T mobile in nokia g300, NEW
by: Anonymous

I have T mobile on nokia g300 but it is not t mobile sim card, sim card inserted in other unlocked phone but not work, is sim card GSM, or CDMA??
why does sim card not work in other unlocked phone?
Feb 08, 2023
 Your Order NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for posting! Unfortunately, we're not affiliated with any providers, so you'll need to contact SafeLink directly to inquire about your tracking number. I hope you get it quickly! Cheers.
Feb 08, 2023
 robinsonmabel04@gmail.com NEW
by: Diane Stevens

Hi I'm waiting on a sim card
I have not received yet can you tell me the fed ex tracking number
Diane Stevens
122 Ed Brown st SW
Fort Walton beach FL 32548
Jan 09, 2023
 Your Note NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Sorry to hear about your situation. Please kindly call SafeLink and let them know. This website is a non-biased 3rd party site that's not affiliated with a given wireless provider, so, unfortunately, I can't do anything to access your account to help you. All the best!
Jan 09, 2023
 252-327-0203 lost or stolen please deactivate NEW
by: James M Strader

This phone service needs to be deactivated My phone was stolen from a friend and I want to buy information to be safe it's under James Strader 252-327-0203 The mailing address is 605 Judy Lane Kinston North Carolina 28504 the physical address is 3626 Marcus drive Farmville North Carolina 27828 the lt four of the social is 1984 date of birth July 30th 1967 do not have the application ID number for the enrollment number did you have questions you can email me at strader candice@gmail.com or candyturnage at hotmail.com or by phone at 252-572-7958 or 252-277-0163 thanking you in advance sincerely James Strader
Jan 07, 2023
 Multiple icons showing on the home screen
by: Robert Hall

I had the same icons, showing on my home screen several times. I called customer service and the woman I spoke to could not and did not know how to correct this problem. I decided to try and solve the problem myself and I did! For those of you who are experiencing the same problem, here is how you correct the problem. Say you have 2 icons that are the same, you press down on one of the icons that are the same and drag it over the other one and release it where they are both in one circle together, then press down on them and drag them to the top of your home screen until you see a " remove" then drag them to the remove and your duplicate icons are gone and there will be a single replacement back on your home screen.I hope this helps a lot of users with this problem. Thank you
Nov 03, 2022
 Sorry to hear that NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Steve - Thank you for sharing your experience. It sounds super frustrating! Unfortunately, this site is not connected to any service provider (ex. SafeLink) so I can't directly help you.

If you continue to call back to customer service and can't get the help you need, the only other suggestion I can recommend is looking into activating service with another Lifeline provider. You're permitted to change providers within a certain period of time, so hopefully you're eligible now and can get a new phone and service.

Please let us know how it goes!
Nov 03, 2022
 HELP NEW
by: Steve

I have a phone that stopped working and none of your employees are able to address the issue without a serial number. The phone now has disappeared so cannot according to your employees be replaced.
I asked to talk to a manager but was told by your employee that she had NO boss. LIE...
You have horrible customer service. The worst I have seen in 65 years. Now I can't get another phone for the elderly because your people can't do their job including not being able to cancel the phe or get it replaced. Thanks for screwing the old elderly folks.

Oct 31, 2022
 Please keep in mind... NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...that this site is not affiliated with SafeLink, so kindly reach out to them regarding the status of your service. Please let us know if you're able to help you out!
Oct 31, 2022
 Phone service NEW
by: Kathy Russell

I'm pretty sure my phone is not active I couldn't make calls after getting a new phone or get network connection help plz my number 8646213392 but it's not n service
Oct 26, 2022
 change number NEW
by: louis smith 3rd

im trying to change my phone number the # is 2023391170
Sep 27, 2022
 PSA NEW
by: Anonymous

Remember this is a public forum and not Safelink.

Useful information:

If you want to check your account Online or by app:

1. If you know your enrollment #
Go to the safe link website Click on service status and Login using your enrollment is #

2. If you don't know your enrollment number
Go to the safe link website Click on service status
and next to the # is a clipboard click on it and you can login using your personal information

3. Using the app
You can download the Safelink app and login

If you need help related to your account with them text HELP to 611611, Phone Numbers:

For Enrollment and Plan Changes Support:
1-800-SafeLink (723-3546),

For Technical Support ONLY:1-800-378-1684,

Correspondence:
SafeLink Wireless
PO Box 160490
Hialeah, FL 33016-9997

Hours of Operation
For Enrollments and Plan Changes:
Monday-Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. EST
Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 7 p.m. EST

For Technical Support:
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. EST (7 days a week)
Sep 27, 2022
 Possible Upgraded phones NEW
by: Anonymous

They are upgrading some phones up to a $75 discount making a few choices free with free shipping. Check your phone for a text message from them stating that you are eligible for an upgrade.
Sep 13, 2022
 Oh man... NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...that sounds super frustrating! Customer service is definitely lacking at most wireless companies. I can only suggest that if you don't get what you need, you should be eligible to change to a different Lifeline provider. Let us know how things work out for you!

On a side note, during a phone upgrade in-store, the sales rep told me I could add a completely free line with the same features. It was an offer available on my account. I'd been a customer for over 15 years, so it certainly sounded plausible.

Anyway, long story short, they ended up charging me $45/month for this FREE line! I'm still working on getting my money back. They want me to go back to the store, however, realistically, are they going to admit they lied to get the sale and give me my money back; nope!
Aug 31, 2022
 access shut off NEW
by: Anonymous

called customer service, put on hold 9-14 minutes, asked to hold on for lifeline department, put on hold 9-14 minutes, line dropped off. Turning of a line to someone who depends on it for doctors appointments. Explain to individuals what their limits are on accounts.
Jun 20, 2022
 Your Situation NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for comment. This site is actually not affiliated with SafeLink, but rather it's an independent site. So, unfortunately, you're going to have to contact them directly to address your issue.

I hope you get it resolved ASAP! Please let us know the outcome. Regards.
Jun 20, 2022
 Data stopped working: NEW
by: Anonymous

I'm not sure if my enrollment number is 751182 I have alot of enrollment numbers written down. My phone number is 585 375 1741 and my address is 3 Bristol Street Apt E4 Cuba NY 14727
My DOB is:04/01/1961
SSN:130-56-7057
I writing to ask if my data is still unlimited being that it stop working on me today and I can't get on Google or even to pay my bills. I need this phone and I'm still getting Foodstamps and SSI. I can't send you the A on that phone or even go through my bank to check the balance of my money. Please can it be turned back on.
May 18, 2022
 Data Dropping NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hi James! I'm not sure what you mean that your data is dropping. Do you mean that you remaining data allowance is showing depleted? Or that your speed is slow, and not high speed?

Either way, as this site is not affiliated with SafeLink, unfortunately, you'll need to contact them to discuss how to resolve your issue. Please let us know what you find out! Regards.
May 18, 2022
 I have paid for 1gb of data usage and my data has been dropping everyday with the internet off when turns it on. I do not use high speed at all.
by: James baker

I James Baker has purchased 1gb of data. And I do not use high speed. And every time I turns on mobile data to use the internet my data data for internet is dropping tremendously everyday and I do not use high speed at all. I James Baker wants to report this bad be experience I have been experiencing with SafeLink. Notify me about this matter and email or call me and keep me informed about the matter. Thank you God bless.4783578948.
Apr 23, 2022
 none NEW
by: Anonymous

i am not going to do the survey
Apr 03, 2022
 ACP Approval NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

That's great! People should keep in mind that if you're approved for SafeLink, you're automatically approved for ACP (the Affordable Connectivity Program). HOWEVER, providers are not permitted to enroll you without your permission, so make sure that if you're enrolled you're actually getting the benefit.

All of these government programs use the National Verifier to ensure consistency and to stop fraud, so it should result in a generally smooth experience.
Apr 02, 2022
 New acp monthly benefits NEW
by: ANGEL SIMMONS

Hi, my name is angel Simmons and I was just approved for my new acp benefits for sqfelink through national verifier
Mar 28, 2022
 Losing Service NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Wow! It sounds like your service wasn't correctly provisioned to access the Internet. I assume that the reason it's working at home is because you're using your home WiFi connection.

The fact that you called and then lost voice and text as well is just lame; I'm so sorry to hear that.

I don't know what phone you have, but I can suggest that you search for "how to update APN settings on YOUR PHONE MODEL NAME". APN means Access Point Name. When phones are provisioned these settings are pushed to the phone (usually), and can impact your Internet connection, MMS, etc.

If you have an Android or iPhone, you can force an update, or even manually set this setting in your phone. The instructions can vary by phone though.

I'd suggest that calling them would be the easiest approach, however, the fact that you called so many times makes it hard for that to be the recommendation; I'm so sorry :-(.

Let us know if you're able to update your APN settings, and don't forget to restart the phone. I hope it works for you soon! In the meantime, if you're connected to WiFi, you should be able to use apps that allow you to make phone calls and send text messages, and obviously access the internet until you get it resolved. Cheers.

Oh yeah, if you've had this account for a while, you may be eligible to transfer your Lifeline service to another provider and start from scratch with a new phone and service. If you can't get things resolved, this may be your best bet at that point.
Mar 28, 2022
 Worst tech support ever
by: AnonymousLinda

I got a new phone that could not connect to the internet unless I was at home. I called tech support after waiting on hold for a half hour I got a woman who ran some tests and said it had to go to the next level customer service. She transferred me it rang once and then hung up. I called right back another woman did something and now I can't call or text either. I have now called nine times, each time they run through the same test, send me to the next level tech support, and then it hangs up. I have asked them for the direct number and they tell me there is not a direct number. I have not been able to use my phone for 4 days and I really need to use it!
Mar 01, 2022
 Frustrating! NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Wow, these experiences sound very frustrating; I'm so sorry to hear about these challenges. I've never heard of retailers supporting SafeLink and providing access to the free phones, so I was surprised to hear they told you that when you called. There are definitely various Lifeline pop-up shops, but major retailers supporting hardware distribution is new to me.

The only thing I can suggest is that you call back. Another option would be to transfer your service to another Lifeline provider. It sounds like you've been with SafeLink long enough that you are eligible to transfer to another service without penalty.

Unfortunately, this site is not affiliated with any providers, so I'm unable to directly impact your account.

Given the general supply chain issues, and chip shortage, I'm not surprised to hear they're out of stock. If it were me, I'd look at changing to a different Lifeline provider that has inventory in stock.

Please let me know how it goes & best of luck!
Feb 28, 2022
 No help
by: Delana

I have called SafeLink 4 times this week for help I have moto e6 phone and it stop recieving calls goes straight to my vmail and they just keep giving me run around and went through trouble shooting 4 times and still nothing I'm tired of this my phone is 4glte y'all lied said wasn't then said wasn't campatabile or keep transferring me or hang up on me it's like SafeLink don't know the issue but won't help me either I have lost patience time with yall
Feb 28, 2022
 Bad service NEW
by: Anonymous

Today is 2-28-20 and I have tried reaching out to two or three times I was told that I could not get a free telephone because they're out of stock right now. I was told that Walgreens Walmart and Target has a contract with SafeLink and that I could go there to get a free phone and then call SafeLink back once I got it and said to tell them it's the SafeLink program. These companies have never heard of such a program and I even called corporate Walgreens. I've had my phone since 2010 and you would think once it became obsolete they would have sent me the telephone stating that it's becoming obsolete and give me a phone that's ready to go instead of me doing all this leg work. I have spent at least four to five hours trying to resolve this problem. I can be reached at 813-908-0081 and I expect to hear from someone soon or I will be calling my state representative. Medicaid said that I have to go through SafeLink. Thank you Diana reams
Feb 22, 2022
 Lifeline Enablement NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thanks for the note, and sorry to hear you're having trouble. Unfortunately, this site is not related to Lifeline, and you're going to need to call them to find out what's going on with the delay.

I do know that their verification system has had some outages/maintenance over the past couple of weeks, so perhaps that's created some delays for you.

Also, everyone should know that the new government/FCC Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is now in effect. Lifeline customers are automatically approved for ACP, so it's worth looking into if you need broadband. Also note that ACP includes mobile plans that include broadband. Though, if you already have Lifeline, you shouldn't need mobile service under ACP.

Please feel free to comment here if people would like me to add dedicated content to describe and explain the ins and outs of the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program!
Feb 22, 2022
 Lifeline program problem NEW
by: Joel Jennings

The SafeLink website information for my account states that I qualify for lifeline benefits and I should be enrolled in 7 to 10 business day from my qualification date. It has been more than enough time for this service plan to be on my phone. I ckeck my balance every day on 611611 and I still have limitations and the lifeline service is nor active on my account. Please respond to (828)395 0588. joeldeanj@yahoo.com
Thank you very much.
Feb 11, 2022
 Mail Delivery Change NEW
by: Anonymous

I wrote safelink at a email i seen online hoping they can update ASAP before delivery is the email support@safelink.net
Jan 10, 2022
 Not sure... NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...what your specific question is. Did you apply and are waiting on the results on your application? This site is actually not affiliated with any specific company, so you'll need to contact them directly.

I hope you're able to figure it out; sorry!
Jan 10, 2022
 SafeLink
by: Unknown

Why long time my account pending gone though SafeLink????
Oct 07, 2021
 Replacement Phone NEW
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for sharing your experience. Providers have various rules around when a customer is eligible for a free replacement phone.

Unfortunately, this site is not affiliated with any specific provider, so you're stuck contacting SafeLink to get more info about your situation.

Please let us know what you find out!
Oct 07, 2021
 denied replacement phone NEW
by: caren williams

my name is caren williams ans i lost my phone yesterday after gettiung off the air plane i called safe links today to get a replacement phone and i was told i cant get one why is that my email addesss is carenwilliams65@gmail.complease tell mer safe likns why i cant have another phone we are able to get one free phone
Jan 02, 2021
 Phone not working NEW
by: Anonymous

Since Holiday I cant make phone calls the message say restrictions on phone
Sep 08, 2020
 Playing games and make u hold for 2 1/2 hours NEW
by: Anonymous

I’ve been on line w 8 different representatives 2 1/2 hours
They know what’s wrong but won’t fix the problem.
All I need is my minutes applied.no rep will do it."hold plz,hold plz".ths must b a game to them
Jul 17, 2020
 Email address
by: Cynthia Bliss

Do you know if Safelink has an email address?
Jul 02, 2020
 Out of Minutes
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

That sounds frustrating! Usually you're allocated free minutes automatically each month. However, if you don't use your phone for a period of time, the account goes dormant and no longer receives free minutes, and may eventually get canceled.

I'm not sure specifically what's going on with your account. As this site is not affiliated with SafeLink, you'll need to give them a call directly to inquire.

Please let us know what you learn!
Jul 02, 2020
 Why
by: Diana Steadman

How can I be out of minutes when I never got any and why did you cut me off without notifying me thats not right how would you like that
Jun 18, 2020
 Invalid Tracking Number
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Sometimes you'll get this message when a company prepares/prints a shipping label but before they've dropped off the package.

Some services will say "label created", while others will just say it's invalid as it hasn't been scanned in yet.

Hopefully this is the case and you receive your package!

Re. the invalid email; have you created an online account yet? It's possible they have your email from your order info, but you haven't yet created an online account?
Jun 17, 2020
 new app
by: randy schirmer

i have a prior obligation requesr for safelink service my shipping address is 12 s main str #15 email me at rschirmer56@gmail.com
Jun 06, 2020
 Not SafLink
by: JRS

This is not SafeLink can't cancel anything.
Jun 05, 2020
 cancel
by: Albert Buniff

I applied for this service about 3 weeks ago. All I get is pending, waiting for documentation.

Just cancel it, it's a joke
Jun 04, 2020
 Invalid tracking number
by: Anonymous

When I use the tracking number safelink gave me it says it's invalid. I can't login to my account because it says my email is incorrect. How the hell did they email me the invalid tracking number.
Apr 21, 2020
 Need Technical Service Immediately
by: Diana Grella

I have been trying to get help with my safe link phone, cannot call out local call, no calls come in, no txt can come in and voice mail is not working. I have made 10 attempts to get to talk with someone , have been cut off 6 times while trying to get help, put on hold for a total time of an hour and never can get the same person to get results! I rerouted to a higher manager only to be cut off! I am in serious need of my phone service. ......440, 281-3858. I had to get someone else’s phone to try to get service fixed on mine, these were the same results! Diana Grella. 27100 Knickerbocker. Apt 617 Bay Village, Ohio 44140. PLEASE FIX. ASAP
Mar 31, 2020
 Outdated TracFone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

You can purchase a new phone from them, or bring your own phone. You can start from this link to explore your options:

https://tinyurl.com/yxavtwse
Mar 31, 2020
 Canceled Phone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hi there! When you port a number OUT, it cancels the account FROM which you ported it. The account to which you're porting it simply inherits the ported number. Sounds like you ported a number in, and yet your account got canceled?

As this site is not affiliated with any carrier, I recommend you call SafeLink asap and find out what happened. You can usually recover a canceled account if done so quickly.

Let me know how it goes!
Mar 31, 2020
 Old out dated Tracfone phone
by: Anonymous

Trying to replace my old phone with an up to date safelink smartphone.
Mar 15, 2020
 I had my phone cancelled today I changed my number
by: Laura

As of:03/06/20 23:09
TOTAL MINUTES:1506
TOTAL SMS:Unlimited
TOTAL DATA:3.11GB
NEXT REFILL DATE:11-APR-22

This is a text from your service on 611
Telling me my minutes texts and Data
Today my phone was cancelled
Just because I ported a number?
Why?
They told me It was cancelled in October?????
I was using it everyday how is it cancelled?
There's something wrong with your service?
Please rectify this plz?
My number was 3472167869
Jan 10, 2020
 Not SafeLink
by: Anonymous

People this is not SafeLink Wireless your complaints can't be resolved here. This is a site to inform people about wireless plans.
Jan 10, 2020
 Comment about enrollment id40866519 be advised I'm the high priest here at Asylum band 1251 w Lawrence apt C caring for mother bills are paid through her you are asking for copies of info that's not i
by: Aldine LOWERY

I am not the lease holder I'm the PopeDinexvll that aids mother here at 1251 w Lawrence apt C chicago IL 60640 which right now mother is I'll at Weiss Hospital room 604 diolisis inrollment I'd is 40866519 my address is 177 n lacrosse change to heaven St based on violence of shelter patients my state ID is registered at shelter ST Mary and Joseph 2715 w Harrison St chi I'll I'm here for Patricia Thompson my Mother call Weiss Hospital room 604
Jan 05, 2020
 safe link is still abusing me
by: Jeffrey Gibson

I been a customer of safe link now over 10 years I had a flip phone was great wore it out then got another and ear piece was bad I told em that's when they started getting getting mean so I started saving my money and saved up got a Samsung Galaxy note and got in the byop thing that was stolen I got online to contacted them to track it they told me they couldn't then when I borrowed a phone they said " we not giving you another phone " like I was trying to scam em ?? that was almost a year ago ,I was drawing food stamps safely is the reason my food stamps was taken away from me I eat Roman noodles everyday my electric bill is over half my disability check they say call us , how can I do that my phone is stolen that was my only phone I called the cops made a report YouTube has a video shows a girl on welfare opening up her new smartphone but they never done that for me
Dec 05, 2019
 Rayanne weisbrod proof
by: Anonymous

I texted my document,60856
Oct 29, 2019
 Not Safe Link
by: Anonymous

Remember this is not Safe Link.
Oct 29, 2019
 Safelink
by: Sandra Faye Davis

Trying to get my phone back on
Sep 30, 2019
 I just sent you another housing letter did you get it this time
by: Brenda Baltramaitis

I just sent you another housing letter did you get it this time
Sep 30, 2019
 I just sent you another housing letter did you get it this time
by: Brenda Baltramaitis

I just sent you another housing letter did you get it this time
Sep 02, 2019
 My phone is troulbes .
by: Ngoc Bich Nguyen


My phone is 1831-917-4156 is not activity because any one else stolen my Device when I was set up Google account recovery by phone .

To day, I want to help soon and

Thanks
Sep 02, 2019
 Old Phone has died.
by: Duncan McQuagge

My phone died A few months ago. How do I get you to send me A nother phone to replace the one that want turn on?
Aug 22, 2019
 NONE
by: ALBERT

I LIKE TO HAVE SAFELINK WIRELESS EMAIL ADDRESS
Aug 20, 2019
 Response to: Julia Livelli
by: AJ

Hi Julia,
Just to let you know this is not Safelink. This site
is a guide for people to find prepaid phones
and free sevices.
Aug 20, 2019
 Got yellow card saying I don't use the phone?
by: Julia Livelli

I got a yellow card in mail today saying if I do not use my phone at least once per month it will have to be cut off. I do use my cell phone all the time, take pictures and send to my daughter, so to let you know it is very useful and I do use it more than 6-7 times month and love the camera. Thank you.
Aug 13, 2019
 application for SafeLink wireless service
by: AnonymousDelois J. Lee

Had truconnect service went to safetnety wireless Friday the 10th phone stop working next day battery bad. I have medical problems so had no phone. So, I have to wait to call back so they can troubleshoot phone. So went online to get some a Sim card from SafeLink wireless. Because has an unlocked phone TMobile phone. So, got bad service from TruConnect wireless, always cutting phone off. So, please Sim card to Delois J. Lee 4850 Kentfield Road, apt 4. Stockton, Ca. 95207. ddeelee521@gmail.com last 4 digits doc. Security 0840. Thank, Delois J. Lee
Aug 05, 2019
 HI HIS IS PATRICIA
by: Anonymous

YOU ALL NEED A FLIP PHONE.
Jul 17, 2019
 What is FREE ??
by: Anonymous

When I use to live in SO CAL I could just stop by an outdoor vendor - show some I.D. - and walked away with a new phone all within THIRTY {30} MINUTES? But here in Washington - even after 5-1/2
months I STILL CAN'T GET A DAMN PHONE - and others are the same way - Y IS THIS STATE SO OPPRESSIVE WHEN IT COMES TO "OBAMA/TRUMP PHONES" !!!
May 21, 2019
 How to send a text via email
by: Anonymous

I figured it out!! I tried "@txt.att.net" and it worked. Finally!!!
May 21, 2019
 What is the correct format to send a text via email??
by: Anonymous

I just searched the internet for the proper way to send a text via email to a Safelink phone. I got FIVE different answers [@safelink.com; @safelink3.com; @safelinkwireless.com; @tracfone.com and @mmst5.tracfone.com]. I finally called Customer Service and they said it was definately "safelinkwireless.com" but sister was not able to open it. Two bounced back. This is ridiculous I can’t find out how to do it when I have successfully emailed other siblings. I need your help, PLEASE tell me the correct one. Thank you.
Feb 16, 2019
 sucks
by: Anonymous

They sent me a sim card and it keeps coming up .......invalid sim card.......so no service, wow what a great company!
Feb 16, 2019
 sucks
by: Anonymous

They sent me a sim card and it keeps coming up .......invalid sim card.......so no service, wow what a great company!
Sep 26, 2018
 Worst Service!!!
by: Anonymous

My phone broke and I ask for a replacement. They sent me one that did not work. Every time I called and tried to explain the phone was no good, they replied you can't have another one. SMH forget trying to get them to understand. I completely cancelled my service. I can't get one from another company because Safelink won't show that I cancelled. What a BAD Business!!
Sep 21, 2018
 Lost my phone
by: Jennifer Anderson

I lost my phone and can't find it can I get a new one name on the account is Jennifer Anderson my number was 920-672-7071 for the Lost phone
Aug 15, 2018
 In Violation Of FCC!
by: Gorelik Vladimir

Easy To enroll, impossible to renew. All the representatives are outsourced and incompetent. The whole customer service department for Safelink Wireless is incompetent. Might as well just file a complaint to the FCC, BBB and consumer affairs to get the most simplest tasks resolved.
Aug 08, 2018
 to get my minute back on like 500 minute
by: martin truempy

I sign a application safelink to get my minute back on and re-ceify my application to get my phone back on please get mind phone back on i need to contact my family and other people too.
Aug 08, 2018
 to get my minute back on like 500 minute
by: martin truempy

I sign a application safelink to get my minute back on and re-ceify my application to get my phone back on please get mind phone back on i need to contact my family and other people too.
Aug 06, 2018
 Worst Representatives EVER
by: Donna

Safelink informed me that I cancelled my service when I did not. When I called their 611 line I was told to just visit the guys at the table and they would assist me...the table guy tells me they don't help reactivating your service and that I had to reapply by calling 611. I call 611 and the rep is busy laughing and not even listening to me. So I visit a different representative and he tells me that my Alcatel phone is Assurance and not Safelink. When I dial 611 with him right there and the recording says Welcome to SafeLink he insists that Im wrong...I call 611 again and a young lady assists me but tells me that I have to submit a document stating that I receive FoodStamps..Ok, So for the last 3 days I've been on the SafeLine page trying to upload the document but NOTHING HAPPENS...just a little squiggly thing moving around but nothing happening for an hour... I text a photo of the document and THAT does nothing... I email the documents...THAT does nothing... WTF is wrong with this company and its incompetent representatives??
Jul 31, 2018
 TELEFONO DEFECTUOSO
by: PRISCILIANO BARRAGAN

HACE UNAS SEMANAS RECIBI DE SAFELINK WIRELESS UN TELEFONO CELULAR ALCATEL PERO DESDE EL PRINCIPIO COMENZO A DESCONECTARSE DE PODER HACER LLAMADAS Y SIGUE EXACTAMENTE IGUAL. DESEO REGRESARLO A FLORIDA

Jul 25, 2018
 safelink
by: AJ

If you are having all this trouble with Safelink the best thing to do is apply somewhere else. Go
to the street corners where agents hang out. They can set you up right away.
Jul 25, 2018
 Received No phone
by: Rhonda L. TERRY

I applied for safelink April 2018 and did not receive one. The website says my phone number but I did not get a phone. I reported the one I use to have March 2016 stolen.
Jul 06, 2018
 Complete and total frustration for 6 MONTHS
by: Anonymous

For 6 months, I have called and sent messages and can not get ANYONE TO HELP. I have sent in all my documents 6 months ago along with my application. Every time I check for an approval or denial the computer sends me a "you already have an application in process right now, it is not necessary to continue". I can not go ANY FURTHER THAN THIS MESSAGE. I can not call safelink as I live in a rural area and there are no pay phones.I called 3 times when I was out of town and they said they would mail me a new application. All I want IS FOR SAFELINK TO CANCEL AND REMOVE MY APPLICATION, SO I CAN START AGAIN. ARE YOU LISTENING, SAFELINK? chiconanchang@yahoo.com.
Jul 05, 2018
 Employment
by: Anonymous

If Im interested on becoming a street agent for safelink, what would be the procedure to follow??
Jun 29, 2018
 Pinding safelink free phone
by: Martha jean barber

Hi,I been send my prove in to safelink
And I have not heard from them,and I am trying to get a free phone please.thank you
Jun 29, 2018
 Need help
by: Anonymous

Hi I’m Guadalupe Valero I try to qualify for the phone and I am I forgot to put the proof of the address of the PG knee and I am trying to do it but it does not work do you know if I can send to you by email my email is GUDALUPE147 Valero at Gmail.com thank you
Jun 13, 2018
 smartphone
by: Anonymous

I don't understand why customers of SafeLink and T-Mobile with the SafeLink smartphone always having problems with the phones I think these phones are a piece of junk I have two of them I had to lie to get one of them my smartphone from SafeLink I've had two of them and both of them they didn't work properly the one I have now that I'm typing on now everything sticks I have to press my screen hard about 7 times and sometimes I have to just close the application and open it back up it's not the application it's this phone I've been told it's this phone so I don't understand why SafeLink would do such a thing to people they know these phones are crap I don't understand how they can do that That's Amore
Jun 13, 2018
 Safelink
by: Jane

For all your problems with SafeLink or any other wireless service, try to find one of the booths that sign you up on the spot most can get you set up immediately. They are set up at shopping centers in parking lots in stores, take what you all ready have tell them the problem they can get through to the right department and get you set up.
Jun 13, 2018
 Phone
by: Anonymous

I try to get a replacement for a phone and my got stolen and I to tell them I need a new one and they still have my old phone number on my account and never been helpful they are very rude and don't understand English so I try so hard and it been alsmost 3 years.
May 17, 2018
 Not very helpful
by: Lisa cavataio

I am sick and tired of fighting with your service it does not take 7-10 days for a SIM card the first phone didn't work so I got a replacement SIM card didn't work now if I called on May 13TH I should've already have gotten the SIM card it only took 2 days to get the other SIM card for the other phone which still don't work. I am tired of all of this. I have children what if I am stuck somewhere don't have a phone what do I do.they act like they don't care please do something it's not right the way we r treated thank u Lisa cavataio
May 14, 2018
 Complaint
by: Linda katsibubas

I received my replacement Alcatel Smart Phone on Friday. Safelink has not updated my info into my replacement. Phone. I am very angry and upset. I need a phone.
May 05, 2018
 This Site is not Safelink or any other phone service.
by: Jane

To all the people on this site, this is not Safe Link or any other Wireless phone service. They have noting to do with your phones. They can't fix, install,sign you up, chance your number.
This sites purpose is to help guide, direct, inform and for people to check with others to see if they have good or bad experiences with different services.
So try to help each other, if you are having problems try reaching your states communications dept see what can be done.
May 05, 2018
 Fed up
by: Judy howe

I have had SafeLink for a while. Since March I have not been able to call anyone let alone text anyone for over one year.i have not been able to charge the phone since February ten I keep getting a no battery message and a needs to be activated message and I was able to call SafeLink once in March about this problem. After five hours all they would do is update it at their end. Well I still have not made any calls. So shut my phone off.phone number is 6166347741. Close my account. Now since I can not call or text anyone. I will go somewhere else. Good bye
May 02, 2018
 the arbitrary service of safe link telephone
by: Michael Nauls

this company is a chip, I made more than 12 calls in April and they still cut me off at the end of the month, they informed me when you finally reach safe link, they inform you, you must reapply and when you do safe link says they have no information on you, and you must send in proof of your identity in the last four digits of your Social Security number, and when you fax that in with proof that the fax was received a copy of my state ID, and my mass health card, complete with the consumer number they give you,safe link wants you to jump through unnecessary hoops while they give free phones to their friends, while a person like me, stuck in a wheelchair, and in a convalescent home is denied the service.
Apr 17, 2018
 About my phone
by: John w. Zinn

I got my wireless gov.phone about 3 week ago and still no minute are phone number.what the problem with this?
Apr 17, 2018
 About my phone
by: John w. Zinn

I got my wireless gov.phone about 3 week ago and still no minute are phone number.what the problem with this?
Apr 10, 2018
 My safe link phone got stolen need to cancel services
by: Anonymous

I need help my phone safelink phone got stolen few days ago I need help on what t do
Apr 04, 2018
 My pass word
by: Lachhmandas Jeswaninymous

Free cell phone 224-280-2602
Since I forgot my password , please let me know my
Pass word ?

Lachhmandas Jeswani
Mar 28, 2018
 Can't get phone NEW by: Bobcat
by: AJ

Go to one of the free phone stands where they can sign you up immediately.
Mar 28, 2018
 Can't get phone
by: Bobcat

I get a SS check I'm on food stamps and get heating assistance and can't get a phone. I sent in 3 different applications in in about 3 months one a month nothing didn't even get a letter are they still their or is it fake.
Mar 09, 2018
 Proof of food stamps
by: Terra spence

I made a mistake and uploaded the wrong food stamp card she came over and i was helping with her with uploading pictures i accidently uploaded my snap food stamp card. Can you e mail me back and tell me what to do to fix this issue.
Feb 26, 2018
 phone locked
by: barbara

i have ordered a new phone. this one is locked and has all my contacts. how can i unlock/
Feb 23, 2018
 Bring my Own phone
by: Raymond

Is my unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 Active cellular phone compatible for Safelink Wireless?
Feb 12, 2018
 Pending Data
by: Danielle mowery

I have called customer service over and over to get my data for this month I was told when they added my minutes I had too much data so y'all did not it and I was supposed to be at it yesterday and I still have not received it what am I supposed to do because customer service isn't helping me at all
Feb 09, 2018
 My safelink phone was stolen 02-08-2018
by: Donald Adams

My safelink phone with number 336-422-9638 was stolen from my apartment 700 Anson Street F9 Winston-Salem, NC 27103. I CAN ANY OPTION AVAILABLE AFTER CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS TO REPORT IT STOLEN. THAT DOESNT MAKE SENSE. SO WHOMEVER TOOK IT GETS TO USE IT TIL CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENS. NOT GOOD
Feb 07, 2018
 Replace phone
by: Donald Johnson

I am trying to talk to an agent and all I get is a recording of options in which none are to talk to a person . Is there a phone number that I can talk to a customer service agent?
Dec 15, 2017
 give time on my phone free
by: dale

i have been trying to get my phone add minutes my name is dale jordan address 6663 e calle herculo tucson i cant get my awad form for ssdi lost it i just wanted to inform you that my check is same last four 0925 soc
Dec 05, 2017
 I'm phone was stolen out of my apartment
by: Darnell Owens

Here a 292 North st apt 302 Pittsfield,ma 01201 one enter my apartment and stole my phone I think my number was 413 445 1805 if there been any activity in the last three months please contact me at 413-464-7362 and give me an itemized bill because I believe I know who might've stole my phone and I'm looking to press charges
Sep 06, 2017
 Trouble New
by: Jane

They have to send a phone. You do not have to activate the phone. They use that phone's SIM card to register. After you get the phone you call them to activate and tell them you want to use your own phone.

They will then transfer the SIM's # to your account. One of the 800 numbers will give you a recording to press Change phone. That is the person you want to speak with. If that doesn't work, find a street vendor for SafeLink and they can help. You will have to be patient because they aren't known for service.
Sep 06, 2017
 Trouble
by: Anonymous

Hello I am a social worker and I assist clients in receiving a SafeLink phone. However I am having much trouble helping my clients as you can never speak to actual an person, and get the phones activated.

My client has her own phone, and has an enrollment number. We did the online application and was successful. However even though I selected using "OWN PHONE" it says she will be sent a new phone. We just want to activate her phone. Please HELP!
Aug 11, 2017
 Safelink says I have an active account but......
by: Anonymous

How can Safelink say that I have an active account, and even show a phone number for that account when I put in my info, yet I have never received a phone from them. I tried to call customer service, and after going through all of the prompts I was disconnected. Horrible service.
Aug 04, 2017
 Checking Your Balance
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Go to Support in the menu. Then select Pending Minutes. On the right side you'll see a link under the picture of the phones that says: "If you have a Smartphone, click here to check your balance online." Let me know how it goes for you!
Aug 03, 2017
 How to Find My Minutes
by: Carole

I have a Samsung Galaxy Luna. My old LG finally died, so I decided on a smart phone. I found I was very dumb. But this is my question. How do I find my minutes? I have searched all of the avenues to locate them, and I do not find any trace of them. So where are they hiding?

Thanks to anyone who enlighten an 80 year old. It's a hide and seek game.
Jul 26, 2017
 You'll...
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...need to call SafeLink. Unfortunately there's no other way to resolve it. You could try to activate a new phone/account with a different Lifeline provider though.
Jul 25, 2017
 Phone has been deactivated
by: Brenda McClendon

My phone has been deactivated and I have not been able to reapply online or by phone. How can I get my phone reactivated?
Jul 03, 2017
 Switching Over
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm a bit confused. You wanted to switch over to SafeLink, but from what service? How could they transfer service from SafeLink to TracFone, and cause your SafeLink to be canceled, if you never successfully had a SafeLink account? Or did you transfer over, and tried to change plans within SafeLink, at which time they transferred your service to TracFone?

Thanks for clarifying!
Jul 03, 2017
 Puerto Rico Problem
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hmmm....that definitely sounds frustrating. How long did they say it would take to process your application? Perhaps they are in fact legitimate, but you haven't waited long enough? Have you tried calling to see if you can check on the status of your application?
Jul 02, 2017
 Safelink Has Terrible Service; Chose Another If You Can
by: Anonymous

I wanted to switch over to Safelink since they have the $15 Unlimited Plans. I was told they could transfer my old phone number over. What a nightmare. They switched me to the Tracphone service instead, and deactivated my Safelink account. Now when I go to reapply it says I have to wait 365 days.

The customer service is horrible, and the recorded voice customer service is mostly what you get. How can I reapply to one of the government phones now since it is saying I can't apply if I recently applied for one?
Jun 24, 2017
 Phones Are Not Being Sent to Puerto Rico
by: Anonymous

I would like to inform that In Puerto Rico, they are not giving smartphones to the qualified people. We sign and fill everything out, and show proof, specially to the elderly. Can you please look into it and investigate.

They make you sign right outside the agency and it never arrives! They could be selling them, or I don't know what! Puerto Rico is a common wealth to United States. I am a Medicaid cancer reminisce patient.
Jun 02, 2017
 Reactivate phone
by: Maria A Hafner

Every number given for safelink does not get you to the right department!
Jun 01, 2017
 HELP
by: Anonymous

How do you contact safelink if your minutes were added to an old phone not the new one purchased. I do not have minutes left to contact you. I can text but to where? n I have an account and number
May 15, 2017
 Safelink Email
by: Anonymous

Does anyone know where I can go to sign into my Safelink email?
May 10, 2017
 Address Issue & Unlimited Plan Option
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hi Felicia - I'm not sure what you're referring to about the 911 address thing. Unfortunately, you need to have a valid USPS address in order to get through the fraud verification process.

It definitely sounds frustrating that they wouldn't do more to help you. I recommend that you call back and speak to another agent. You'd be surprised how different of an experience different people will provide! You can also request to speak with a manager. Do it politely, and you'll have a better chance of getting through. Please let me know what they say the second time!

Regarding the other post about the unlimited offer for $15/month, go to their website, enter your zip code, and you'll see all of the available plans in your area.
May 09, 2017
 Why Is Everyone Having So Many Issues?
by: Chel

I've had my SafeLink phone for over a year. It's amazing!! No problems whatsoever. I even lost my phone and they told me exactly what to do to get a new phone. Instead I bought a smartphone and a new SIM card. I called them and they transferred my service. No problems at all!! No, I don't work for them nor do they even know I'm making this comment. Thank you for such wonderful service!!!
May 06, 2017
 They Could Not Help Me
by: Felicia

I just wanted to say I think it's unfair how I did everything I was supposed to do, and still they could not find a shipping address so I could get a phone and I qualified and everything. Told them since they did the 911 address years ago people had trouble finding my address, but would either send it to my P.O. Box or let me send it elsewhere, which is my neighbor's, and they still would not help. So I think this is shitty and they could have worked harder to help me!!!!
May 03, 2017
 I got a text message from SafeLink saying I could get unlimited
by: plan

Was told I could get unlimited talk and text for $15 per month. How do I get it?
Apr 27, 2017
 Worst Customer Service
by: AJ

SafeLink is the worst customer service. California LifeLine needs to stop using them.

I have had the worst time with SafeLink. I qualified for the free phone and service. I had them a month and everything was great. Then all of a sudden I was deactivated with no warning, nothing. I called SafeLink and they said they don't know why. I called California LifeLine and they knew nothing after many days and hours of getting the run around. Finally found out SafeLink never sent in my phone # to California LifeLine.

So I had to reapply. I sent all paper work to SafeLink and I have been waiting since March. I called to find out the status on the phone for two days. Finally getting somewhere with a rep and was disconnected. Called back a third time and they said they are waiting for approval from California LifeLine to call them. Of course I called them and they have no records, and suggested I call SafeLink back, which I have already done.

I'm not getting anywhere. SafeLink does not follow through, not even the superiors. I am getting nowhere. I still have no service.
Apr 03, 2017
 Response to Broken Phone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Sorry to hear about your troubles. If you want to get a replacement phone, unfortunately, you're going to have to get in contact with SafeLink. If you're interested in buying a different compatible phone, you can link over from their site to purchase a compatible phone and SIM card. You can then attempt to activate it in your account on their website.

Personally, I'd want to get in touch with them to inquire about getting a replacement first; if you do, you can also request a smartphone!
Mar 19, 2017
 Broken Phone
by: Chic Walker

My mother have a Safelink wireless phone that was first giving out over 5 years ago, and it's now stopped working correctly. It can ring but when answer the other person can not hear you. I've tried logging in, but it keeps saying invalid, which is wrong. I've tried calling but no help there. She needs a new phone ASAP.
Mar 10, 2017
 Broken Phone
by: Anonymous

My father has a Tracfone from Safelink that has completely stopped working. It won't even turn on, and I can't get in touch with anyone from Safelink to fix the problem. I'm about to pull my hair out what can I do???
Mar 03, 2017
 New Smartphone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Where did you buy the smartphone from? If it's unlocked, you should be able to use their upgrade/BYOD process on their website to activate it. If you're having trouble, you should be able to call them for support.
Mar 02, 2017
 Safelink Smartphone Plan???
by: Kathryn

I am soooo confused. I'm not even sure who I should be contacting. I bought a smartphone to use with my Safelink and can't get any straight answers. How do I switch to the new plan for smart phones. Who am I supposed to talk to about this. Why can't I see my minute usage on this phone like I could on my other phone?
Feb 27, 2017
 Email
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm sorry, but I'm not clear exactly what you're trying to do. Can you try explaining further? Thank you!
Feb 26, 2017
 Email
by: Anonymous

I am trying to add an email address and it will not let me. It said the conection I did not have. Is this true that tmoble will not let you have an email?
Jan 06, 2017
 To Alan & Ella
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm very sorry to hear about your difficulties with SafeLink's service. This site, however, is not affiliated with SafeLink, so you'll need to contact them directly to discuss your account. I hope you get it resolved quickly!
Jan 06, 2017
 Lifeline Plan
by: Alan Fatemi

I have Lifeline plan with your Co. for over 1 year (541-758-XXXX), I lost my cell phone last month and I got a new phone (541-286-XXXX). One of your techs were supposed to transfer all my records and my air time to my new phone, but he neglected to do that.

This month my plan was canceled. I have spent two hours on the phone yesterday with your techs in several countries, but they couldn't help me. I have only one phone and I need it for a medical emergencies. Please transfer my old records to new one and add my 350 minutes air time. Thanks.
Dec 25, 2016
 Benefits Cancelled
by: Anonymous

Hello,

I received a text message from SafeLink saying that my benefits have been cancelled , even though I have been making my monthly calls. I tried calling the SafeLink number but it's too complicated.

Sincerely,

Ella Peal
Dec 23, 2016
 Can't Get Into Anything On My Phone
by: Anonymous

I am heaving trouble with my SafeLink phone. When I try to get into anything it says "Memory full close one or more" to start calendar even my pictures.
Nov 28, 2016
 New Phone Issue
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm sorry to hear about your problems with SafeLink! I am, however, a bit confused. You said you had a new phone to use, and then called them. Where did you get the new phone from? Were they telling you that you can't use it, and must purchase one from them instead?

Also, why would you lose your minutes? Changing your phone would be on the same account, so you should't lose any minutes/texts you have accumulated. They shouldn't have to create a new account to swap out phones.

You may find you get a different answer if you call back and request to speak to a supervisor. They don't all give the same answers or level of support!
Nov 28, 2016
 NEVER AGAIN
by: Anonymous

I've been with SafeLink for years! Over a month ago my phone broke. I can hear the other person on the phone perfectly fine, but they cannot hear me. (Speaker phone doesn't work either)

I've got just a little over 800 minutes on a phone that I can only text on, and those are free anyways! So I finally got another phone to use, and I called SAFELINK today. Do you know that they told me my phone is out of warranty, and that I have to PAY for а replacement?! Tell me WHY I WOULD PAY FOR A NEW PHONE WITH THIS BOOTLEG COMPANY WHEN I'M GOING TO LOSE ALL MY MINUTES ANYWAYS, AND...... I CAN JUST GO TO ANOTHER COMPANY, KEEP THE SAME NUMBER, AND GET A BRAND NEW F-R-E-E PHONE????!!!

Even talking to a supervisor did me no justice other then letting me know what MORONS work there! To be informed of "POLICY CHANGES" you have to have a PROBLEM and call and find out?? Shouldn't existing customers be NOTIFIED of CHANGES in POLICIES? Obviously that's not important to SAFELINK, as neither are their customers or quality of service provided!

Never again SAFELINK. You are the worst ever! Hitlers of the cell phone world.
Nov 14, 2016
 Replacement Phone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for sharing your experience. I'm so sorry to hear about your pain with this; it sounds extremely frustrating! If your phone isn't working, I'm surprised they wouldn't replace it. When you call customer service, I recommend escalating to their manager. Unless you've had a replacement already in the past 12 months, they should replace it for you.

If you do get another phone, you definitely need to get a phone that you know is compatible, which you can check on their website. They should then be able to activate it on your existing account very easily.

Please let me know how it works out for you!
Nov 13, 2016
 Free Phone or Free Headaches
by: Veronica Jones

My phone wouldn't work in a lot of places. Finally I got to a place it will work, and it quit working! They refuse to replace it "out of warranty". I bought a phone and it's not compatible! I got another one, and can't get in touch with them now! I get a recording that they're trying to switch the phone number after saying they couldn't!!!

I have 2 replacement phones and no phone service! I have major health issues, so I guess if I need an ambulance I just holler out the window if I need one.
Oct 03, 2016
 Recertification
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Yes, you need to re-certify annually to ensure you're still eligible for the free program.

I expect that they didn't tell you about this when you ordered the replacement phone due to an oversight, or the information for re-certification not being displayed on the screen the care representative was using at the time.

They validated your account and eligibility for a replacement phone, and submitted the order. They didn't check your anniversary status to let you know that you would need to re-certify before you could activate it.

I recommend completing the re-certification.
Oct 02, 2016
 Lost Phone While Hospitalized
by: Anonymous

I was hospitalized and then sent to therapy. In meantime of 3 months I lost my Safelink phone. When I came home I ordered a replacement. I received a replacement, but can't activate because safelink says I have to re-certify. Why wasn't I told that when ordering a replacement? They said I have to purchase minute cards. Is there another solution to receive free minutes?
Sep 22, 2016
 rep
by: Anonymous

I'm a rep for safelink in north Carolina. Call me with any questions. 804 528 0383
Sep 06, 2016
 Broke phone replacement
by: Anonymous

Need info on getting a replacement try ybetty356@yahoo.com Betty young
Jul 28, 2016
 You Need to Contact Safelink
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

For those asking about the status of your account or application, please contact Safelink directly. This site is not affiliated with Safelink, so unfortunately I can't help you. Sorry.
Jul 23, 2016
 Safelink phone
by: Lea Zagorski

I would like to know what is going on with the processing of my Safelink phone. I submitted my documentation a few weeks ago. Thank you.
May 23, 2016
 Where is it?
by: Eric Teahan

I was approved over the phone on a recorded line and was told my phone would arrive in 7-10 days. Its only been 7 and I'm thinking that with all thesse complaints, I better start asking questions. I want to know if this is going to happen.
May 15, 2016
 Help
by: Brenda

I would like to know why I haven't been approved for my phone. My Id# is # 100223780. My email address is Brendawalters777@gmail.com Thanks,
May 14, 2016
 Mr.
by: Fundator Lev

I lost my phone because of an error in the address I am Fundator Lev, the parcel with phone is not received ( My package is being shipped by FEDEX and the tracking number is 74893150671250534140 ) for the reason that my address is 130 Schroeders Ave, Apt.3B Brooklyn, NY 11239, but the parcel has been delivered to the above address, but the apartment 3A, and I live in Apt.3B . Notify the post office to pick up the parcel from mailbox Apt.3A and put in the mailbox Apt.3B . My email address is : marusova@yahoo.com Please, change my apartment number from 3 A on 3 B . Today I opened my mailbox and there lay the phone (although before that he was not there). The box was opened and inside were charger, TRACFONE LG 328BG (serial number: 358837070924835) and services guide. Batteries inside was not, and without it I can not activate and use the phone. Help me ,please. Thank you.
May 13, 2016
 I lost my phone because of an error in the address
by: Anonymous

I am Fundator Lev, the parcel with phone is not received ( My package is being shipped by FEDEX and the tracking number is 74893150671250534140 ) for the reason that my address is 130 Schroeders Ave, Apt.3B Brooklyn, NY 11239, but the parcel has been delivered to the above address, but the apartment 3A, and I live in Apt.3B . Notify the post office to pick up the parcel from mailbox Apt.3A and put in the mailbox Apt.3B . My email address is : marusova@yahoo.com Since I lost my phone because of an error in the address, which I wrote in the application incorrectly, please send me another phone and I will pay its price. How much is it ? Thank you.
May 03, 2016
 Enrollment
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for sharing your frustrations Diane. I feel your pain for sure! Unfortunately, this site is not directly affiliated with any particular carrier, including Safelink. So, you'll need to ultimately contact Safelink to discuss your situation.

Please note that I've removed the personal information that you had included below to protect your privacy.
May 02, 2016
 Not Satisfied
by: Diane Peace

I have been trying to have my safe link enrollment number XXXXXXXX connected to my safe link account since march 27, 2016. I am being charged for in and outgoing text messages and they are suppose to be free.

My last ref number is XXXXXXXXXX. I have had so many ref numbers; this is "FRUSTRATING" and still nothing is fixed.

Each rep. stated either the situation is being escalated or they tell me they will make sure it is taken care of. As of today it is not taken care of.
Apr 04, 2016
 Sorry Service
by: Archie McCauley

I have never experienced service this horrible in my life! I cannot even get a signal and have lost several extremely important calls that were life threatening situations. Besides that, their customer support is horrendous.
Oct 30, 2015
 Free Upgrade
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

You need to look for TracFone offers; there's no outright free offer just b/c you've been a customer for 5 years. Sorry!
Oct 29, 2015
 Upgrade TracFone
by: Anonymous

I have had a TracFone for about 5 years now. Is there anyway to get a free upgrade? I am on a Safelink plan currently. Any ideas?
Oct 27, 2015
 Suggestion
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

That definitely sounds frustrating! Unfortunately, your best bet really is to find a phone (friend, relative, or public phone), and try to talk with them live.

They may have a huge backlog, and 3 weeks may not be enough time. Or maybe you missed a piece of info on the application that is causing it to be delayed or rejected.

Is it possible for you to locate a phone somewhere?
Oct 26, 2015
 No Help At All
by: Anonymous

I am trying to get a free phone, and have submitted all the information they have asked for several times. It has been 3 weeks and still nothing from them. I have chatted with them and they tell me to call. I do not have a phone, which is why I am trying to get one from them. The chat is useless. They can not seem to help me whatsoever, so what is the use of a live chat if they can not help me. If anyone has suggestions please let me know.
Oct 20, 2015
 Extra Minutes
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hmm...that is curious. Maybe what the rep meant was that you won't be charged additional cash, meaning that you don't need to add extra money on your cash balance. i.e. Some calls may be charged at a higher rate (ex. 2 minutes are deducted per 1 minute used) when calling certain destinations.

I would expect that the rep could look at your call history and specifically tell you which calls were charged at an elevated rate, or at least give you some examples.

Oct 19, 2015
 Minutes Getting Eaten Up
by: Safelink404

Hi - I am having more minutes deducted than I am actually using. For example, this month, I have used 224 minutes out of the allotted 350. I rounded up each additional amount of time to a full minute, so count a 1-minute and 1-second call as 2 minutes. That is where I came up with 224 that I've used so far. Instead of having 126 minutes left, it says I only have 2!

When I spoke to a SafeLink representative, he said something about how some calls were probably charging/using more than other calls, depending on my location, or if the call was long-distance or not. When I was on their website though, it said that there is NO extra charge for long-distance, as long as the calls are domestic.

Can you please tell me what is going on, or what I should do?
Sep 19, 2015
 SafeLink Authorized Vendor/Representative
by: Darla

The Free Phone Program is so important and valuable to do many people. I have been an agent for over a year now, and it always gives me great joy and fulfillment when a customer receives their phone and comes back to say, "Thank you." I'm appreciative for SafeLink for many reasons, including providing communication for me to find this job and fulfill job requirements (I need a phone to complete transactions, sometimes...)

To those having problems with their SafeLink phone, service, or application, yes, their call centers are all overseas, but if you're patient with them, they can generally fix any problems or concerns you have (generally takes 20-40 minutes with rep to fix addressed problem).

Although I'm not in your local town, I'd be happy to assist anyone with their SafeLink issues. Just email me @: DHughes.SafeLink@gmail.com

Send me an email, addressing your problem (need assistance to submit application, never received phone, not getting minutes, request replacement, etc...) and a phone number where I can call you back.

No domestic call centers, just local representatives, but I'll do my best to address each concern...

Thank you,
Darla Lee
SafeLink Representative
Sep 08, 2015
 Buying Extra Minutes
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Yes, you can purchase additional minutes/texts buying TracFone topup cards, as this service is actually a TracFone service.
Aug 24, 2015
 Cutting Minutes
by: Anonymous

I wanted to know why every month I get less and less minutes. Now I'm getting phone calls, and can't get then and texts saying I can't get my text either now. I don't know what to do. Can I buy my own minutes?
Jul 07, 2015
 Dear Zachary...
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...While it's certainly unusual to be able to accidentally cancel service in the automated voice response (IVR) system, I'm afraid that your only course of action is to call them and request re-activation.

Have you tried talking to a live customer service rep? Hopefully they won't require that you re-apply, however, that may be the case depending on their policies.
Jul 06, 2015
 Address Used by Another Person
by: Anonymous

I work with getting seniors Safelink phones quite often. I have had one instance where the man's address was previously used for a Safelink phone. I called customer service and explained the situation. Safelink tried for 30 days to get in touch with the previous tenant at the address, the one who had the phone. After 30 days, Safelink cancelled her account and he was able to get a phone.
Jul 01, 2015
 My Safelink Wireless account was cancelled while I was trying to reach custmer service
by: zachary hamilton

I need help. I tried to call Safelink Wireless customer service, and I couldn't get through. While doing so I accidentally cancelled my account service without me knowing it; it was all automated.

I couldn't get through, and I tried to report my Safelink phone lost. I had to call different 1800 numbers that were provided, but I kept getting disconnected. I found my phone, and now I can't get pending minutes. I can't call customer service, because it's all automated. I need help.

I need the account to get rides for church and calling my doctor. I live in an adult care home, which I just moved to. I will change my address. Help me please.
Jun 23, 2015
 Escalation
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Unfortunately, the best I can recommend is to call back and ask to talk with a supervisor. There is known fraud in these Lifeline programs that every provider is aware of. So they should have a process to report the fraud, and to make an appeal so that you can get legitimate service for yourself.

Aside from that, you can try to call Lifeline directly to report the fraud, and request that your address be cleared.
Jun 22, 2015
 Number for SafeLink
by: Anonymous

Thank you for commenting back, but I have called Safelink and they told me the same thing. I told them that I have never gotten a phone, and I wasn't offered up any help from them at all. Is there a better number to call so that I can get this problem fixed?
Thank you
Jun 22, 2015
 Address Fraud
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for your note. I deleted your last note as it contained a lot of personal information that isn't secure to be posting on the public Internet.

I understand your frustration. I've heard there is a fraud issue with addresses; however, as you noted, you don't receive any re-certification mail, which is very unusual. Maybe when they signed up they request to not receive mail, but rather an electronic re-certification notification. Or maybe they're having their mail forwarded by the post office. It's really impossible for you or I to know.

I suggest that your best course of action is to call SafeLink directly, and to ask tell them your situation. They should have a process in place to address situations like this. Please let me know what you find out!
Jun 22, 2015
 Someone used my physical address to get a safelink phone
by: Anonymous

I am disabled and I have never tried to get a Safelink phone. I filled out the form and it shows my address has been used by someone to get a Safelink phone. I have never, ever had a Safelink phone and I've never given anyone permission to use my address.

I don't receive mail from Safelink like other people do when they need to re-certify. So, if my address was used and I'm the only one that lives there, and I've never received a letter to re-certify, then how are they doing this, and how can I get this fixed so I can get one?
Dec 31, 2014
 How Many Times...
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

...Did you break or lose your phone in the past year? I believe they have a limit on free replacements. How much are they asking you to pay for a replacement phone?
Dec 30, 2014
 Need Another Phone But Safelink Wants Me To Pay
by: Anonymous

Safelink won't reissue a new phone without me paying for it!
Nov 29, 2014
 Can't Get A Real Person
by: Anonymous

They send you a letter telling you that you have to be re-certify eligibility. And the letter tells you that you can go online to do it. Well, I have tried to put my information in. It takes everything but my birthday. I'm putting it in correctly. I have tried several times, but it still will not take it. It's the worst website and company. Their phones are no good, and half the time the phone they send me doesn't even work.
Nov 20, 2014
 Received Dyfuntional Phone From Safelink
by: Anonymous

I signed up for Safelink and was approved. They have sent me a phone that doesn't work. It arrived already activated, and I am not sure but fairly positive it has been used. It was in a little brown shipping box, but not inside a phone container like phones I've bought from AT&T, Verizon, TrackFone, and Straight Talk before.

They are now saying they're sending a new SIM card. But is a phone that was bouncing around in a cardboard box from wherever it was shipped from, possibly damaged and going to bite me in the butt? If there had been some type of protection around the phone would it be working now? We shall see!
Jul 09, 2014
 Want To Change Your Phone
by: Anonymous

Been with Safelink now for a year, and I hated that cheap phone. I bought an LG 840g, and I am able to hook up to WiFi when I go out and get on Facebook or browse the net free of charge. They have them on eBay for $10. Trying to hook my friend up with the LG 840g, and got hers off ebay, but Safelink is sending another sim card. They said this phone was on another tower, but mine works great, and I ordered from the TracFone site.
Jun 05, 2014
 I Love This Phone
by: Anonymous

I am so grateful to have this phone. I used it to get myself a job, a doctor, a dentist, and so much more! Thank God they have these phones to help people like me. With all that done, I can finally get back on my feet! :-)
Jun 01, 2014
 More Info Please
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

So what in particular are you trying to do and having trouble figuring out?
May 31, 2014
 Safe-link phone
by: Anonymous

I have a safe link phone and no-one could ever show me how to use it so I left it off so it would be turned off, so I lost my minutes.
May 09, 2014
 Don't Worry
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for your post. Note that I removed his personal information from your post to protect his privacy.

This site actually isn't affiliated with Safelink, so there isn't actually anything I can do. However, note that his service will get cutoff when the mandatory annual re-certification process is missed.

Also, and probably most importantly to your point, is that him continuing to have service doesn't prevent eligible people from applying and getting free service. For people who qualify, there are plenty of phones across many different Lifeline programs (like Safelink) that are more than happy to accept applications. i.e. I wouldn't worry too much.
May 09, 2014
 Letting You Know
by: Anonymous

A man by the name of Michael S. [last name and address removed by administrator] has one of your Safelink phones, but he is in jail at the gastion county jail, and will be there for awhile. His foodstamps were cut off. It's not fair to the people who need a free phone.
Apr 22, 2014
 Thank You
by: Anonymous

I'm thankful for the phone. It is a blessing.
Mar 30, 2014
 scam
by: Anonymous

This is one of the biggest scams I have ever seen!
Mar 30, 2014
 recertify
by: Barbara Bates

My Safe Link #570-618-2591. My service is being discontinued because I didn't recertify. I never received a recertification notice. When I try to recertify on the phone it states it is too early, yet my service is up on April 1. Please help me.
Nov 01, 2013
 More Details Please
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

To the commenter below, thank you for sharing. I'd really be interested in hearing more details regarding the deception, misrepresentation, and fraud that you've experience. I'm also sure that readers of this thread would also like to better understand what's been happening.

TracFone has been one of the largest prepaid providers in the country for over a decade. Straight Talk is a very successful partnership with Walmart, the largest retailer on the planet. SafeLink is one of the largest Lifeline programs alongside Virgin Mobile's Assurance Wireless. These Lifeline programs are Federally regulated and subsidized. They do have their issues with poor phones, and issues with customers defrauding the system, but they are generally quite successful.

That said, being large or around for a long time doesn't mean that there aren't major issues. Regarding customer service, foreign call centers have plagued all wireless carriers (prepaid and postpaid) for years due to quality and language barriers. Many carriers have started moving their call centers to the U.S.

If you can share more specifics, I think that would be extremely valuable. Thank you for your time!
Nov 01, 2013
 Criminal Activity
by: Anonymous

Safelink is only one of the scams under Tracfone and the Carlos Slim umbrella of dishonest, dysfunctional and deceptive (gov't free phones). Carlos the billionaire and American Movil which is the parent company that has Safelink (garbage), Tracfone,(even worse), Net 10 (???), and Straight Talk (these are criminals that should be prosecuted for deception, misrepresentation, consumer fraud, and more).

It is amazing that no one has called their Congressman to complain and urge them to begin an investigation of their criminal, unethical, unfair business practices. If we can get these unsavory characters under investigation at the Senate Investigative hearings or special hearings where we will have a voice, and an opportunity to tell our story how we have been manipulated, mistreated, and swindled, dealing with incredibly inferior service, products, and tech support.

On top of all of that there is not one U.S. Call Center that we can rely on. I for one cannot understand the people at the call center whenever (and that is frequent) there is a problem.
If it were possible to email them, it would make things easier for the consumer, but of course they would want someone to call back and interrogate with their 4 to 20 worthless and irrelevant questions.
May 17, 2013
 Attention Supervisors!
by: starlene buhler

My Safelink service was shut down due to the area not having service for Safelink. They told me I could add my own minutes, but then they disabled my SIM card. I have literally spent over THREE HOURS on the phone with TracFone trying to get the phone to work. They had me put in well over 50 codes and still nothing. Then they sent me a new SIM card, and put in another 50 codes and still the phone will not work. YOU SUCK SAFELINK. YOU OWE ME FOR ALL THE HOURS I HAVE TRIED TO GET THIS PHONE TO WORK!!!!! Minimum wage is seven dollars an hour, so you owe me over twenty dollars for sabotaging my phone. I want this problem resolved. And why send me an application when there isn't any service here?
Apr 01, 2013
 SafeLink Makes Big Mistake & Won't Listen
by: Mary

I haven't been able to get anyone to fix my problem. My husband was given an LG Tracphone 2 years ago. We had SafeLink, then did not need it anymore. We applied in 2013. We received a new phone & phone number. We called and stated that we wanted the free minutes to go to the phone we have & would send back the new phone. Tracphone said to keep the phone; they put the minutes on the original Tracphone. No matter who we speak to they say the phone was cancelled & it has not been active in over 1 year. If it has not been active, how did we get minutes in 2013? The person we told we did not need the phone apparently Cancelled Everything. Would someone from SafeLink reply to this message ASAP & fix their ERROR. Thanks
Dec 02, 2012
 Answer To Does Safelink Phone Have An Email Address
by: Anonymous

Yes, your Safelink phone has an email address. It is the underlying carrier's.

It's whatever your 10 digit phone number is without the leading 1 @ either T-Mobile's or AT&T's network, whichever one is the underlying carrier your safelink phone uses.

example:

5551212555@txt.att.com

If you have a Yahoo email account or something, you can try texting it from your phone, then look at the return address on yahoo to see the email address of your phone.
Sep 20, 2012
 Request A Phone Number Change
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience! I just wanted to share a quick note to let you know that you can call them to request a new phone number that isn't long distance for you. Changing it shouldn't be a problem!
Sep 19, 2012
 Happy With Mine
by: Anonymous

I heard about this program from a friend. I had no issues signing up. I signed up online, but they did require me to send in PROOF that I received some sort of assistance (I sent in one of the letters I get from the state saying I was eligible for what I get).

Apparently not all states require you to send in proof but mine does. My friend who told me about it lives in a different state and she said they verified her info online and she didn't have to mail anything in like I did.

I received the phone about 3 weeks after I got the final approval. It is a basic trac phone. It is nothing fancy. It sends and receives calls and also sends and receives texts. That's it. No internet, no photos, nothing fancy like that. But this is a FREE phone so beggars can't be choosers. I'm really grateful to have it!

I only have 2 complaints. One is that it came with the number already selected and pre-programmed into my phone but it is NOT a local number. It's the right area code but not a local call. So, if I call it from a landline it's a long distance call for me. And two, it's too bad that when you get a text it takes a minute from the phone. Same if you send one.

There are a lot of other companies that are doing this free phone program. But they are all the same (same minutes, same type of phones, etc) because its government regulated.
Aug 12, 2012
 When President Ron Reagan????
by: James reed - unoin 310

Dude, I worked at AT&T for 30 years when president Ron Reagan was around, and in the 80s we had bag phones to start as big as a computer tower, and only one out of 1000 people had one. He did not even know what a cell phone was until his last year in office. He was long gone when this bill was passed. You got Obama and Bush who push this and noted it into law in 2007 Obama was in office in 2008. But he also had a part to do in it due to the house and congress, etc also passed it.
Aug 11, 2012
 From 70 Year Old Dude
by: Anonymous

When president Ron Reagan put this free phone program in place he never meant for it to have all of the bells and whistles.

For me the phone works just great, except seeing who's calling or sending a text. The phone should come with reading glasses. My wife calls it the Flintstones rock.

My real concern is how much is it costing us tax payers to run the service? And why is our government outsourcing this program? Aren't there enough aliens in the U.S. to run it? God bless the USA.
Jul 23, 2012
 Be Careful
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Yes, this is definitely an issue. Government regulations tie these free Lifeline programs to "one phone per household". It would be too difficult to manage it by family name, given how the same family members can have different legal names. So they do it by address.


I would hope that you could call Safelink and let them know that you moved. Whether or not you have to re-apply, both you and your friend should be able to get it delivered to each of your home addresses.


If you put the address as c/o his name, that should be fine as the program needs to be tied to your name, SSN, and address. In other words, it couldn't be under his name as you provided your SSN and eligibility information.


I recommend both you calling Safelink; they should be able to clear this up. Hopefully in the future they will make this easier to manage to avoid these types of issues.
Jul 23, 2012
 person of concern
by: Anonymous

I have a cell phone from safelink and I am running out of minutes. So I called them and they told me it's time for me to re-sign up. So I called them this morning and they say they can't find my information. I was living with someone at the time, and I had them put it in care of the person who I was living with. Now I that I have moved again they don't want to give a phone to the people that had got a phone at the old address. He never got a phone, and he now had go get a contract phone, so I moved in with them for awhile. I don't think it is fare for you guys not to give a person a phone who can't afford a regular phone. I will keep trying anyway.
Jul 16, 2012
 Incorrect SSN
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hmm...that's very odd indeed. To which program did you apply? Did you call them to inquire about the problem? Is there another free cell phone service you can apply to in your area to see if they have the same problem?
Jul 13, 2012
 Complaint
by: Larry Robb

I applied for a phone but was told my SSN was not correct. I am 73 years old and have had the same SSN since I was a teenager. This has to be some sort of scam.
Jun 29, 2012
 Didn't Qualify
by: 6765

Well I received a letter saying I do qualify, and I do get food stamps. But said they couldn't find my address in the system. So I went to the local post office, and they said because I'm in an undeliverable area, I use a PO box, and they can't deliver there. So I put my house number, which they said they can't find in the system. I think I should still get my phone because I'm qualified.
Jun 01, 2012
 Safelink Purchased Minutes
by: DaveRaves

I bought $20.00 in extra min on the 24th of April, When my free min were added the 28th they wiped out my paid mins. I thought this must be how it works a friend told me I should have kept those mins, so I called safelink who said the paid mins should not have been erased but I can't get credit cause I called too late (May 27th).
May 25, 2012
 It will all be over soon...
by: Mitt Romney

To all of you whining out there over the free phone and calling plan you received courtesy of the federal government, please take heart! I will correct this terrible oversight when I am elected by working hard to get rid of all this once and for all. It has always been my belief that most people are ungrateful for anything they get for free. You have proven my point. Once this program is abolished, you can get better service, better phones and, most important, contribute to the economy by paying dearly for it. VOTE FOR ME IN NOVEMBER - I WILL EASE YOUR PAIN!
Apr 03, 2012
 People Are Unappreciative
by: Anonymous

So many of you seem so unappreciative! It's a free service; what do you expect? If you want to talk with someone, and get hand-held treatment, who do you think could afford to offer free service?


You should know that many of the free wireless service programs are under review because there's so much fraud with people getting free service that truly don't qualify.


I imagine there are people who have valid addresses but get an error, but a carrier can only go by what can be validated as a proper USPS mailing address. If they talk to you for just a few minutes on the phone each month, they literally won't make any money.


If everyone helps by reading the FAQs online, reading all of the material, and following everything without wanting to call and talk to someone, they maybe they could afford to offer better services on the phone, and better phones.


Is there no one that has anything good to say to show their appreciation for a free service that we're lucky to have?


Yes, I have the odd problem, but I generally work it out, and I'm so thankful to have this opportunity for a free phone.
Apr 03, 2012
 I think you have to have to be
by: Anonymous

I truly think you have to be a complete moron to work for safelink, all you have to do is maybe once aday answer the phone then give out an other phone number of an other moron, and the hole system is based on that
Mar 29, 2012
 Very annoying
by: Anonymous

Safelink denied me and I'm disabled on social security. They said my address was invalid on the application, and I can't speak to a human being about it, and I have to reapply again.
Mar 20, 2012
 Adding TracFone Minutes to SafeLink Account
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

The minutes you purchased will expire based on the value of the card you bought. The number of days/months vary depending on the card (ex. 90 days, 365 days).
Mar 20, 2012
 will I lose mins. I purchase?
by: Anonymous

I have a safelink phone and ran out of minutes so I added some. My question is will I lose the minutes I paid for? I know that safelinks minutes do not roll over to the next month, but I would like to know if the ones I purchase are safe.

Any comments, thanks
Mar 12, 2012
 I love Safelink
by: Cecilia

I applied online about a year ago. I rec'd my cell phone in 2 weeks. A couple of months ago I changed to the 250 minutes with no trouble at all. I do everything online, never had to speak to anyone, and have received my minutes every 1st of the month for over a year without problems. I don't understand the complaints people have, personally I'm very happy and grateful for this cell phone.
Mar 01, 2012
 poor customer service/not receiving 250 free monthly minutes
by: Anonymous

I had to get a replacement phone. All went well on that end, but normally I get 250 free minutes the 1st of every month. Not this month, and when you try calling customer service you never get a live person. If you do they don't speak English. The automated system kept asking me to put in my airtime card number, which I never received, but why would I need that when it's free every month from the government. I have been calling all day. It's given me nothing but a headache. Now I have a new phone I can't even use.
Feb 12, 2012
 assholes
by: Anonymous

remove the 611 function, huh? f--- you!
Dec 01, 2011
 Phone Number?
by: Momto3

Did anyone ever figure out the best number to call Safelink and actually reach a human?
Oct 13, 2011
 you all are the best
by: Anonymous

this is the craziest group o people ever! glad to be a fellow safelinker. i would like to meet the guy who's phone fell in the toliet. i want to hang out asap. please leave me your safelink #
Sep 12, 2011
 Porting
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Call SafeLink and ask them to port your existing number over.

Let's please try to keep this thread on topic. If you have other questions no related to the main topic, please post a new one. This allows people to better find the topic of interest when they're searching, and feel confident that the thread will stay on topic.

Thank you!
Sep 12, 2011
 Safelink number change
by: Anonymous

I just got my new safelink phone today in the mail and i wanted to switch my old phone numner to this one, how can i do that? Its a samsung tracfone as well.
Sep 05, 2011
 Free Cell Phone Service Eligibility
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Given that the landline isn't under your name, and it's not your house, I recommend that you NOT check the box that you have a landline (b/c you don't). Checking the box may make you ineligible. That said, keep in mind that there are programs that also offer financial support for landlines. You can only have one or the other (landline OR wireless); that's what they're referring to. So even if it were your landline, if you're not getting financial support for it, you may still be eligible for wireless service. All-in-all, no matter the status of your landline, in terms of who's name is on it, you shouldn't check the box if you're not getting government support (i.e. subsidy) for it.


If you're parents ARE getting support for the landline, and you share the address, that may very well make YOU ineligible, despite the fact that it's not actually your house. I've seen this issue arise even where roommates are involved.
Sep 05, 2011
 Landlines
by: Brian

I want to apply for a free cell and was filling out online app. and came to question about landline at my residence. I live at parents who have a landline under their name, I receive a link card and cannot be claimed on their taxes, none of us have a cell and I am unemployed.I want to make sure their landline does not make me ineligible before I check the box on the app. It asks if I receive"landline support".Since it is under their name am I still eligible for the phone.My email is bizzybvb@yahoo.com Please respond ASAP Thank you!!!
Aug 26, 2011
 I'M STILL WAITING
by: Andrew Jones

As of today i still havent gotten to talk to anyone from America about getting a replacement phone !! I have called every number i have been given , put on hold til the phone goes dead , pressed alot of buttons and still NO LUCK !! If someone doesnt send me another phone soon i'm calling the BBB and report this as a RIPOFF !!!!
Aug 23, 2011
 thanks
by: Anonymous

Going out of our valley helped with the phone. Thanks.
Aug 22, 2011
 Standard TracFone Error
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

My understanding is that you get that error where you're out of reception. Try placing a call in a nearby location, and monitor the signal bars. Let us know if this is the case!
Aug 22, 2011
 phone won't call out
by: Anonymous

I keep getting a message of "check call restrictions 34" What is going on?
Aug 03, 2011
 How do i get a new Safelink phone
by: Andrew Jones

For 3 days i have tryed to talk to a person and inform them someone STOLE my phone !!!!! And i need a new one ASAP !!!But so far i have been put on hold , transfered to no one , told to hold on for 45 minutes and then have our phone go dead while holding !! I NEED A PHONE LIKE YESTERDAY !!I f i dont hear from someone soon i'm calling the BBB and make a major complaint maybe they can get some answers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jul 31, 2011
 Email to Tracfone / Safelink
by: Anonymous

You can use this tool http://www.freerevcell.com/ to find the SMS/email info for the phone #. Just input the # and hit the middle button "Cellphone Info" to get the sms/email address.
Jul 12, 2011
 SafeLink Replacement Phone
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

You should call SafeLink. Most Lifeline programs allow you to get a replacement phone once per 12 months if it's lost for a nominal fee.
Jul 09, 2011
 stolen phone
by: richard huene

my phone has been stolen can i get another one??
Jul 08, 2011
 mr.
by: Anonymous

i think safelink is a a lesson in frustration.
May 08, 2011
 SafeLink Phone Not Received
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm sorry to hear that you're still waiting for your phone. This site actually isn't affiliated with SafeLink, so you'll need to contact SafeLink to inquire about the delivery of your phone. I hope you receive it soon!
May 07, 2011
 no phone
by: Anonymous

I didn't get my phone. It was approved on April 16. My number is 6290116. Could you tell me when you sent it out.
Apr 27, 2011
 Helpful Info For Safelink Users Part 2
by: Bret C.

This is the most exciting find for me, which is why I made it part 2 and by itself. I reached this page because I googled "email to Safelink" (you stand a better chance of getting the good stuff on Freecycling if you get instant notifications on your phone. Google Freecycling if you want a real treat).

Unfortunately, I didn't find the answer on this page that worked for me. But, i did find the answer at this page, and I want to share it here: http://abwaters.com/2007/03/04/tracfone-and-sms-email-gateway/

The one that worked for me is 1234567899@mmst5.tracfone.com (put in your 10-digit phone number in place of the "1234567899" part). It really works!

So, I hope that you other Safelink users can use this. Post back hre and let us all know! Cheers.
Apr 27, 2011
 Helpful Info For Safelink Users Part 1
by: Bret C.

First, I like this site and the helpfulness of Prepaidwirelessguy.

I've had Safelink for going on 3 years now. We've had an Ohio medicaid card, which qualified us. i believe you have to be within 150% of the poverty level to qualify for Medicaid. HEAP, foodstamps, and other programs will also qualify you. What's nice is that if you're already on one of these programs, you can immediately and electronically qualify right on the Safelink website, and your annual qualifications can be done online, too. We got our phone within 10 days, which I thought was pretty good.

That first phone quit working after about a year, and we got a replacement sent to us. We had to go through their telephone tech support for that, which can be a little challenging. Very long hold times (recommend you do this from a phone that doesn't charge by the minute) - I usually had to hold 20-30 minutes. Also, you're talking to reps that are in Guatemala. Please be patient with them, as most are very friendly and CAN help you. Most speak English well. If you get a rep that you just can't understand, kindly tell them you can't understand them and ask them if they'll get another rep on the line. Anyway, tech support has some challenges, but just be patient and you'll get what you need.

Mar 26, 2011
 Upgrade Safelink Phone
by: Anonymous

Can you upgrade a Safelink phone? The answer is yes! Just go to the Tracfone website and register a Tracfone account even though you have a Safelink phone!

Once you get an account just follow these steps.

1.) Click on Activate/Buy Phone-->Activate/Reactivate Phone

2.) Transfer my service and phone number from one TracFone to another.

3.) Choose your new phone brand and model.

4.) Choose your current phone brand and model.

5.) You'll need your old and new phone serial numbers.

6.) Prompted to get codes for your minutes and service days after that it may take up to two days for transfer.

**Noticed my old phone displayed "Unregistered Sim"and my new phone didn't show minutes and service days but would ring. Phone didn't work until i signed into my Tracfone account and UPDATED the phone. Had to manually add my contacts to new phone as told by Safelink support.**

All you need to do is follow the instructions and enter the needed codes. When you get done with the codes you'll come to a page where it displays "Buy" just hit "cancel" because as you may have noticed your phone now displays your minutes and service days.
Mar 02, 2011
 Princess9483
by: Anonymous

Yep was my old phone that had the double min,and refused,to honer it,then,yes was gonna say recording it,is the only way,BUT am a comp engineer,so am thinking about modify my phone,for my own custom fit,and YES i might be able to do it,not sure,but recording it

will,and can even run a splice directly to the computer,and then,record away!!! Your a smart cookie!

Mar 02, 2011
 DMFL & Ringtones
by: Princess9483 (Anonymous)

Hi,

Okay, I am a little confused as to which phone you are using now, the original or the replacement, so I will cover both. If you added the DMFL card to one phone then switched phones it will not carry over and you will not be able to add that card to a different phone.

If you are using the replacement phone and after you received it you went out and bought a dmfl card and added it to that phone, and only that phone only, then it should work. If it doesn't I would test the phone on Tracfone's website in the 'Welcome Center' that is located on the very first page at the bottom in a box. After putting in the necessary information the very next page should say something about 1 minute being added for every minute bought.

If it doesn't, then the next thing I would do is to contact the BBB.

Now about the ringtones.....

Tracfone is VERY strict about what can and cannot be downloaded on their phones that is why with many phones they disable java. There has not even been any success downloading opera mini or bolt on ANY Tracfone, Net10 or otherwise.

My suggestion would be to wait for the new phone models that should be premiered in a month or so then you will be able to insert an sd card with ringtones on it. I have previously done this with a Straight Talk phone without any issues. I used a song and transfered it to the card.

Another suggestion would be to use the voice recorder if your phone is equipped with one. It will work but make sure it is close or loud enough, and clear enough to pick up.



I hope I helped!
Mar 02, 2011
 Princess9483
by: Anonymous

Hey any way we can download different ring tones? i do have a idea,but have to research it more,suggestions?
Mar 02, 2011
 Princess9483
by: Anonymous

even when i had cbs manager call safelink,they woldnt honer the double min plam,and i did buy extra time,it sucks.says right on the phone,i still have my old phone,i lost it for a while,they sent a new one,and its comes up double min for life,etc...now what?
Mar 01, 2011
 Lillian
by: Princess9483 (Anonymous)

Hi county neighbor! (I recognize your area code)

Unfortunately, you can only get one lifeline service per household. In other words, two people cannot have free cell phone service in one household. Not even Assurance and Safelink since they both will verify if Lifeline service is active.

So if you want your phone to be active I would suggest that your houseguest move or have them cancel their phone service. Otherwise they will not reactivate your phone.

If you need proof of this please take a look here under #3: https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/how_to_qlfy.aspx

If you have any more questions feel free to ask them! I am always watching this forum.
Mar 01, 2011
 wrongly cancelld
by: Lillian Tambasco

I have had safelink for years and a friend stayed here at my home until e got a place of his own and he gat a safelink phone and they cancelled mine. I need my phone because I am alone and 71 years old. P)lease check into this and help me.
You can reach me at 727-376-8325, I have ried to call safelink but all I get is a computerized person, I need a human being.

Sincerely,

Lillian Tambasco
Feb 17, 2011
 John
by: Princess9483 (Anonymous)

I have a double minutes phone and mine works fine. Whoever told you it won't work for Safelink is a liar or grossly mistaken.

Now if you are expecting it to double your monthly minutes then you are out of luck since it will only work with purchased minutes. Free or "promo" minutes are not included.

For your reference, I purchased a 1000 minute card and I used a promo code by which I received an additional 20 minutes. Since I had a double minutes phone I received a total of 2,020 minutes (1,000 purchased min. + 1,000 dbl. min + 20 "Promo" or bonus min. = 2020 min.)

Please read the "Terms and Conditions" agreement on Safelink's website which clearly addresses this under section 7 titled Airtime Cards.
Feb 16, 2011
 Raven
by: John

Raven i did have a friend buy me double minutes plan,read my blog,if that doesnt beat all!
Feb 16, 2011
 Double minutes with safelink phone
by: John

Well they dont honer it,didnt for mine,got for xmas a double minutes card,for life,and safelink told me tough luck,know how much they cost?
i was appauled,not to mention the gal who bought it for me,knew i needed it,even said on myphone,double minutes,yet,oh wellllllll,wont honer it,but why?????? says they would,added it too the safelink phone,hmmmmmmm lil ratty dont you all think? and oh,can we sned and recieve emails as well? dont think so but asking any ways!
i am grateful i got it,is helping with looking for work,i do construction,so if i se or get a contractors number,im that much more ahead of the game,and its bad out there,as we all know!!
oh pertaining to the double minutes card,i even had CVS manager,who saw the text it adding double minutes on my card,they called safelink For me,but nope cant have them,feel sory for the gal who bought it for me,can i get a refund?
Feb 12, 2011
 Problem in receiving a Sim card.
by: Willie G. Taylor jr

i haVE HAD MY SAFE LINK PHONE FOR SOMETIME NOW. wHILE AT dIALSYS I DROP MY PHONE IN THE TOLET. I CALLED SAFE LINK. wHO SEND ME A NEW PHONE. i WANTED TO CHANGE my current number . To a new number. A new sim card was send. Via Fed Ex I was not informed that Fed Ex would be delivering it so, I missed out. i really love being a member of the safe link family. All that i need is a new sim card and 68 minutes. Which i didn't receive yet

Yours Truly,

Willie G. Taylor Jr

Feb 10, 2011
 I WAS APPROVED FOR A SAFELINK PHONE
by: Anonymous

I have not received it yet. After reading the posts I'm afraid that Tracfone is not a very good phone. However, I tried to sign up with Assurance but they don't have the service where I live. My question is: if Assurance becomes available in my area, could I cancel with Safelink and switch over to Assurance?
Feb 05, 2011
 SafeLink Application
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

I'm sorry to hear of your difficulties. I'm actually not affiliated with SafeLink, so unfortunately I can't directly help you. I recommend that you call their help line. All the best.
Feb 05, 2011
 no phone!
by: Janet Thomas

Have tried online to apply, but unable.
Have emailed you before without any success.
Jan 29, 2011
 Double Minutes
by: Princess9483 (Anonymous)

Raven,

I would suggest upgrading your phone for $14.99 (the current price of the lg 420g w/accessory bundle at Wally world) rather than spend $19.99 or $24.99 on the dmfl (double minutes for life) card. You save money plus you get an upgraded phone with dmfl already installed.

Can I let you in on a little secret........I bought my lg 420g in September and as long as I don't open the phone, nor have the phone open when a text comes in, I can see my text messages on the outside screen for free! (Tip: You need to use the volume rocker on the side and keep pressing it until the current time appears)

The only time I pay for texts is when I send them!! Even if I can't see the whole message I can still continue viewing it when I open the phone and my minutes still won't deduct!!

Tracfone may or may not have fixed this, so YMMV....Also I believe this only works for regular texts. If they are MMS text then you will get docked 1.3 minutes (or more depending on how long it takes to download).

Just some suggestions.......
Jan 21, 2011
 More reasons why Safelink is a better
by: Raven

For Safelink the trick to getting more minutes is purchasing a double minutes card. Then all your minutes are doubled. Also, always use the codes for free minutes. I received a 200 minute tracfone care for Christmas. My double minute (for life) care made it 400 and I had a code for a free 100 minutes with a 200+minute card. So I ended up with 500 minutes and the card cost $40 I believe.

We usually purchase the 120 minute card for $30 and end up with around 320-350 minutes.

Plus I get the 60 sum free minutes from Safelink every month because I send mostly texts so it's cheapest to pay only .3 mins per text instead of getting more minutes but paying 70% more per text.

I checked out the other government sponsored free phones and safelink is the best because you can pay less than 10cents per minute if you buy a double minute card and put it on the phone prior to entering the codes for any minutes you ever buy (they're usually $50 but I found mine for $25 on sale. Different stores run sales on them from time to time - it changes between Target, Walmart, Shopko, and any other retailers. TRACFONE.COM has it for 19.99 RIGHT NOW!) Safelink will send you codes in the mail, e-mail, and text them to you. You can also look them up online at various sites. Just make sure you use the Safelink codes and not Tracfone. However the cards at the stores are Tracfone cards.

Also I almost forgot, you can buy minutes and monthly minute plans from the Tracfone website. When your about to checkout on their site they offer you minutes for half the price too. So you can get 60 mins for $10 and 30mins for and extra $5 I believe.

The other free government phones which give you free monthly minutes have more expensive minutes which you have to go to a counter such as at walmart and add money to it, and every time you have to pay a service fee or $3 or $4.
Jan 19, 2011
 Switching to a Different Phone
by: Anonymous

Hi guys,

Sorry I haven't been on this for a while but I just wanted to respond to Raven's comment about not being able to switch phone models.

That is actually NOT true. I have switched from the C139 to the LG 420. All it required was that I call them and then they sent me a new sim card. Just make sure you ask for your preferred network of either AT&T or T-Mobile.

For those of you who have never dealt with Tracfone before, the only advice I can give you is that they are great when you don't have any problems and if you don't mind their brain washed phones.

I use to have Boost Mobile about a year and a half ago, I am not sure if I dealt with the Nextel or Sprint people, but they were more competent than Tracfone. The only downfall was their service.

Good luck to you guys!
Jan 12, 2011
 SafeLink vs. Assurance
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for the feedback Mike! I'm just curious as to why you think you'd prefer SafeLink better? Is it because you like the actual phone better? I'm mostly curious because Assurance offers more free minutes and better add-on plan options, so I'm somewhat puzzled ;-).
Jan 12, 2011
 Like it so far
by: Mike in Fla

I just received an assurance phone 2 weeks ago and get 240 free minutes. For another $5 I can bump it up to 500 minutes.

Ive emailed ASSURANCE 3x and they got back to me in minutes each time and I have called the number on the website 2x....the rep the emailed me told me of a trick to getting a person(dont blame me..just trying to help),,,after U select the dept U want to go to...keep pressing #2 every time...and U will get a person. I did.

I had to do that to rectify a problem they had with my application. So far I like Assurance...but I DO think id like the Safelink phone better. At some point I may switch..it says on the Safelink site they will issue you a phone if U quit Assurance 1st.
Jan 11, 2011
 Re-Apply
by: Raven

I applied on their website and never had to mail anything in to them. I would say just do it all electronically. I have one and I got one for my mom too. I do not like that you can't switch the account to a different cell phone because the phones they send suck. Considering I have a tracfone that is 100 times better I would like to use the other phone.

Just hang in there! Do it on the website and you probably won't have any problems. My mom received hers in 2 or 3 days. I have already had to do my yearly verification and I did it online. It went smoothly. Always do things on the computer because computers do what you tell them and people do what they want!
Jan 07, 2011
 Frustrating SafeLink Experience
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Wow, that sounds so extremely frustrating. I wish I could provide you will the magic answer, but you're doing all of the right things. Please keep us informed as to your progress so we know you've been taken care of, and hopefully others can learn from your painful experience.
Jan 07, 2011
 Complaint
by: Anonymous

My neighbor and I both applied online for a safelink cell phone at the same time. We both live in government housing and are low income,we get foodstamps and each of our family members have medicaid including us.My neighbor's husband and my kids receive SSI.They have no telephone at all and mailed their proof the next day after receiving the application that came in the mail.A week later I mailed my application along with one of my old medicaid cards as my proof.Its been since 11-08-10 since we applied online.I never received a denial letter but when I called 1-800-723-3546 and put in my enrollment Id # the automated system told me I've been denied but does not tell me exactly why.When I choose the option to speak to a tech, which is the only option for a live person,no one answered after 13 minutes of waiting so I hung up and called 1-800-977-3768 and waited 17 minutes before a live person answered. She says because it was an old card I sent it did not have the current month on it so it was not within the time line required. She told me to call 1-800-977-3768 Monday-Saturday betweeen 8am-10pm Eastern time or Sunday between 8am-7pm eastern time and to tell that person that I have this months medicaid card. The options sounded the same but it told me they were closed to call back because it was 9:57pm central time when I called. Maybe tomorrow I can get this resolved. My neighbor also has yet to receive her phone nor a denial letter. She has not tried to call about hers yet. I just realized the numbers are the same now when I call all of the numbers are closed. OMG!!! Is this Safelink for real? The 1-800-378-1684 is also a safelink #.
Dec 09, 2010
 SafeLink Contact Number
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

That's interesting. I didn't call the number you listed b/c I don't want to call a porno line! But I did call the number that I found listed on their website (1-800-378-1684), which I found under the contact link, and it was fine. Where did you get those numbers from?


I can assure you that SafeLink, Assurance Wireless, etc., are all legitimate government sponsored programs.


Please let us know what you find out.
Dec 09, 2010
 potential customer
by: Anonymous

Today, I called the 800 number listed on SafeLink's website: 1-800-723-5465 and it is a PORNO LINE!

I then called another number listed 1-800-977-3768 and got a non-english speaking person whose conversation over my land-line was breaking up so badly, I ended the call.

It appears to me, that SafeLink is scamming persons...and I don't appreciate calling a company and hearing porno.

Just Saying....
Nov 16, 2010
 SafeLink Application Issues
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hi Durrell,

I'm so sorry to hear about your experience; it definitely sounds very frustrating. I know that they validate addresses based on USPS criteria to ensure that they're sending phones to locations that are legitimate. There's potential for a lot of fraud, and there is a cost to sending phones out that aren't used. Unfortunately, it looks like you're caught up in a difficult situation b/c they're not recognizing your address for some reason. P.O. boxes typically won't work, but yours looks normal to me! Though, of course, I don't have tools to try address verification and let you know specifically what's going on.


When I called the SafeLink number (1-800-378-1684), one of the menu items gave me another number to check on application status, which is 1-800-977-3768. I was put on hold and was waiting for a couple of minutes, however, I had to hang up as I was late for a meeting. Have you had a chance to try this number? I think it would be worthwhile if you haven't yet tried, and have time to wait on the line. I will attempt to try again, however, I wanted to get back to you asap.


I feel confident that if you can get in touch with someone that you'll be able to figure out what's going on. You can also try using 1-800-977-3768, which they say is for enrollment and plan change support. You can also try emailing them at SafeLink Email Contact (TracFone)


Also, please note that I removed your phone number and full address from your post b/c I think that having your full name, address, and phone number on the Internet is potentially risky to having your identity stolen. If you do, however, want to have that information posted here, please feel free to post it again and I will not remove it. I hope you don't mind; I'm just concerned about protecting your identity.


Please write back and let us know if you're able to get through to someone!
Nov 16, 2010
 I meet requirements for safe link
by: Durrell Featherstone

I wrote you yesterday. The web site will not let me apply because it said that my address is invalid. I am on disability and meet all requirements. I was given 2 numbers to call but they are only recordings. I need to talk to a LIVE person! WHY IS THIS NOT POSSIBLE? I rent a room in a rooming house and I have lived at this address for almost 2 years. I have congestive heart failure and I really need a phone when I visit the doctor because I cannot drive and cannot afford a phone on a fixed income! My address is XXXXX S. Peoria St. aptX Chicago 60643, Illinois Phone; 773-XXX-XXXX please call me or give me a number to someone I can talk to. I read every requirement for safe link and I meet them all! The numbers on the safe link web site have recorded menus that will not let you talk to a live person no matter what answer you give! A simple solution would be to SEND me an application and if my address is invalid as they say I simply won,t get it RIGHT? So what do they have to lose. My heart medication which are 5 sometimes cause me dizziness and would be of great help to me as I take public transportation and the hospital I must go to is almost 7 miles away. I am soliciting your help not your sympathy. Someone should be able to process me, call me,or verify my address. I am not being dramatic by saying this is a matter of life and death. If you know anything about chicago winters you would already know this. I don,t know what else I can do but pray that someone somewhere will help me. Thank you! Mr. Durrell Featherstone
Nov 05, 2010
 Great phones for SafeLink
by: Anonymous

Is there a way to get in touch with a Live person from Safe Link? We are the cell phone manufacturers from Europe and we think that we can offer a great value to Safe link's customers with our handsets.

www.Just5.com
Oct 01, 2010
 text to email
by: Rene

How do I send a text message to an email address from my safelink.com phone????????
Aug 16, 2010
 New SafeLink Plans
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Thank you for reporting back in; this info is really interesting! I will definitely review their site and update the SafeLink info on this site with the new options. It's great to see these free cell phone programs evolving!


As a side note, although many people dismiss these programs as not being worthwhile for carriers, they're actually amongst a carrier's most profitable programs due to the cost structure and customer usage. So I expect that competition in this space has only just begun!


Free Cell Phone Service
Aug 16, 2010
 New Service Plans
by: Anonymous

Hi again! Just wanted to let everyone know that Safelink is now officially competing with Assurance Wireless. They just launched two new plans and it seems they have reversed the increase in minutes back to the original 68, 80 in MA.

Check it out:

Free Monthly Minutes Included in Plan Unused Minutes Carryover Each Month Text Message Charge* Free International Long Distance Voicemail
Caller ID
Call Waiting
Plan 1 68 in all states (80 in MA) Yes 3 Texts/1 Minute Yes Yes
Plan 2 125 Yes 1 Text/1 Minute No Yes
Plan 3 250 No** 1 Text/1 Minute No Yes

*These text messaging rates will apply even if a different text messaging rate is stated on an airtime card.
**With Plan 3, your phone will reset to 250 minutes each month when your monthly minutes are delivered and all unused minutes, including airtime minutes that you have purchased and free monthly minutes from the previous month, will be lost.


Being in Florida I personally liked getting 150 free minutes and still have my text messages charged 0.3 units, but I guess this way is better for everyone.

Sorry if the chart is distorted, you can look at it on Safelink's website in the terms and conditions.

Take Care.
Jul 31, 2010
 SafeLink Network
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

All good points; thank you for sharing! I've never had so much trouble verifying what network a particular wireless provider is using, but I believe you're correct about SafeLink being on the AT&T network. TracFone does use both AT&T and Verizon, but using AT&T's GSM network seems to be correct for SafeLink, and would make sense. GSM is likely going to provide cheaper phones because of the global use of this technology, as well as not being subject to Qualcomm's additional licensing fees for using its CDMA chips.


Anyway, the best way to confirm this is to check to see if there is a SIM card; if so, it's definitely AT&T as CDMA phones don't have SIM cards.


But back to your specific post details, your logic makes a lot of sense; I couldn't agree more!
Jul 30, 2010
 Re: Non-voice Coverage for Safelink
by: Anonymous

PrepaidWirelessGuy,

Even though I am a very satisfied Safelink customer, I TOTALLY agree with you. I am lucky to be in a state, Florida, where Safelink offers 150 free minutes per month. But if I was in say Tennessee, I would DEFINITELY choose Assurance since Safelink only offers 68 minutes/month compared to Assurance's 200 min/mo. The benefits of Safelink is not worth losing 132 min/mo, but I would gladly sacrifice the 50 minutes just to have rollover and free text messages.

To me Assurance is kind of "assuring" that they will get revenue each month from these phones since over 80% of the U.S. population with a cell phone sends or receives texts messages. I guess you could argue that with Safelink as well since in most states you will only get 68 min/month.

I also wanted to let the residents of Louisiana know that in their state Safelink offers 250 min/month. This clearly beats out Assurance in every imaginable way, especially since Safelink is under At&t coverage (reported so far and from personal experience).

Take Care!
Jul 26, 2010
 help me
by: Anonymous

Dear Harry,

Thank you for your interest in SafeLink Wireless. We are responding to
your recent inquiry.

If you are requesting information regarding the application for the
SafeLink Wireless program, you will need to contact our Lifeline
Verification Department at 1-800-977-3768 for further details. For your
convenience, our representatives are available to assist you
Monday-Saturday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM EST and on Sunday 8:00 AM to
7:00 PM EST.

Thank you for your interest in SafeLink Wireless. We appreciate your
business.

Sincerely,

SafeLink Wireless

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Jul 12, 2010
 SafeLink Services
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Hmm... Have you seen the services listed before? I'm not certain whether you would see the available services if your balance is zero in a particular month. I would assume/expect that you would even if you don't have a credit balance. If you do have a balance, and you've tried turning your phone off and then on again, and still no luck, unfortunately, my only suggestion is to give them a call.


I wish I had access to these services to test them out, and then I'd be able to provide you with more specific advice. Of course we welcome hearing from anyone else who's had this experience, and can provide some suggestions!
Jul 11, 2010
 programs list
by: idea garvani

if I receive no services under "List services you are provided with," I can not go forward with the application. what am I to do? thanks
Jul 06, 2010
 SafeLink & Assurance Wireless Text & Data
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

You're absolutely correct. SafeLink offers text and data services that are deducted from the free minutes monthly allocation. However, with Virgin's Assurance Wireless requires that you add additional funds via Virgin Mobile topup cards.


This is consistent with how SafeLink's parent company, TracFone, operates its services with units of value that can be used to "redeem" minutes, text messages, etc. To the contrary, Virgin Mobile's pay as you go per minute program doesn't offer a units-based structure; this functionality translates into its Assurance Wireless program.


I think the good news is that while they both take different approaches, you can get these extra value added services on either program. I think at the end of the day if you were to use your SafeLink units for non-voice services, you would find that you'd have very few free minutes to use. The point of these programs is to keep in touch with family, and for emergencies; with either program you at least have options.
Jul 05, 2010
 Non-voice Coverage for Safelink
by: Anonymous

I hate to rain on anybody's parade but Safelink does have text and data coverage, they will just eat up your units of talk time. Please read the terms and conditions on Safelink.com at the bottom of the page.

As far as I have seen so far it seems that Assurance Wireless does not even have that option, you have to pay for it separately.
Mar 23, 2010
 SafeLink Phones
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

SafeLink phones are definitely VERY basic, that's for sure! In order to be able to offer a free phone, they need to keep it basic. I expect that over time as the price of more advanced phones continues to drop in cost, they'll be able to offer more interesting phones. Maybe they could even start offering refurbished TracFone handsets, or even refurbished Verizon handsets at some point.


We need to keep in mind that the objective of the SafeLink program is to keep families in touch and safe, so fancy features are not specifically expected to be a main consideration for most people using the service.


I'm not sure about SafeLink, but Sprint did let me know that with their Assurance Wireless offer, customers can use any Sprint phone. So you can use an old Sprint phone you have, or buy one off eBay or wherever else (just make sure it's a clean, i.e. not stolen, phone!).


What features would be most interesting/important to you if you could let SafeLink know what you're looking for in a phone?
Mar 22, 2010
 I Wish Safe Link Had Better Phones
by: rodney

Hi my name is Rodney, and I wish the phones
you provide were not so basic. I have not used
that phone for awhile, and i would enjoy
using it more. I have a friend tell me that
she doesn't even use the phone.
Jan 19, 2010
 SafeLink Wireless
by: PrepaidWirelessGuy

Although SafeLink Wireless service provides a pretty basic cell phone, you should still be able to have access to most messaging services. SafeLink is provided by TracFone. For a GSM TracFone handset, the email address to send messages directly to the phone is commonly: 10DigitPhoneNumber@txt.att.net


The reason why you see the AT&T reference in the email address is because TracFone is an MVNO, which means they don’t own their own network, but operate on other wireless carrier networks. TracFone offers both CDMA and GSM handsets. For GSM, they use the AT&T network.


So you can try sending an email to your phone using the above format and see what happens. Or, better yet, you can try sending an message to your normal email address (ex. Yahoo!, Gmail, etc.). When that email comes through, you’ll then be able to see the From email address, which will be the email address of your phone! Every phone is different, but you can try adding a new contact to you phone. Add yourself, and enter in your personal email address in the Email field for the contact. Then you should be able to get to the contact and select a “send email” option (I’m not sure what your specific phone will say, but look for something like that).


If you can’t find a way to send an email to a contact, you can also try using your text message application in your phone to attempt to send an email to your personal email address. I’ve seen the following work on TracFone handsets that you can try:

1. Create a new text message
2. Enter in 36245 (this spells “email”) in the To field
3. In the body of the message, type in your email address (ex. me@yahoo.com) followed by a space
4. After the space, type in a message (ex. hi)
5. Press Send

Please note that sending and receiving text messages (and if email works) will cost you. i.e. Non voice services are not included in the free SafeLink Wireless service. But if you need more minutes, or want to use these other services, you can add money to your account, so it’s pretty convenient.


I hope this helps, and please let us know how it works out for you!

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