Cleveland to Columbus to Cincinnati — one form, one free phone.
Ohio residents on SNAP, Medicaid, OWF (Ohio Works First), or SSI can claim a free AirTalk smartphone and free monthly service. From Cleveland to Cincinnati, Columbus to Toledo — no more phone bills.
Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo & Akron
Coverage across the 3-C corridor (Cleveland-Columbus-Cincinnati), plus Toledo, Akron, and Appalachian Ohio. Ideal for families using OWF or Ohio Medicaid.
Ohio Works First (state TANF) is an accepted Lifeline path.
Reliable 5G across Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati.
Zero credit checks or deposits — unlike major Ohio carriers.
“AirTalk saved me $55 a month. Coverage on the west side is great.”
Quick eligibility check
Check any that apply to your household — just one program or the income option is enough to get accepted.
Dive deeper into how the Lifeline program works — helpful for Ohio residents.
Yes — OWF participation is an accepted qualifying program for federal Lifeline.
AirTalk uses nationwide LTE/5G partners so coverage into SE Ohio is comparable to major carriers.
Yes — port from any Ohio carrier free during enrollment.
You can transfer your Lifeline benefit to AirTalk; only one Lifeline per household.
Free phone. Free monthly service. Plus a $10 bonus.
Apply Now — OH Residents