True Wireless in Tennessee — free Lifeline phone & plan
TN AT&T / T-Mobile Free smartphone 8 GB / mo
True Wireless is one of the 19 Lifeline-approved wireless carriers operating in Tennessee. The carrier — a service of True Wireless LLC — has been a USAC-designated Eligible Telecommunications Carrier since 2012 and runs on the AT&T / T-Mobile cellular network. Tennessee households that qualify for Lifeline by income or by participating in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing, or the Veterans Pension can sign up for $0/month service plus a free Android smartphone.
The True Wireless Tennessee Lifeline plan
Tennessee Lifeline customers on True Wireless get the carrier's standard nationwide plan: 8 GB of high-speed mobile data, unlimited domestic talk and text, and 2 GB of mobile hotspot. Calls and messages to U.S. numbers are included; international calling requires a paid add-on. Voicemail, 911, and basic call features are included at no cost.
The free smartphone shipped to Tennessee applicants is described as: Free smartphone. Devices are unlocked at the time they ship and pre-loaded with the carrier's account management app.
Eligibility — what Tennessee households need to qualify
The Tennessee Lifeline rules mirror the federal standard. You qualify if any of the following are true:
- Household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines — currently $21,008 for one person and $43,680 for a family of four in Tennessee.
- Anyone in your household participates in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing, or the Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit.
How to enroll in True Wireless from Tennessee
- Verify eligibility. Visit nv.fcc.gov/lifeline and complete the National Verifier application.
- Receive your Application ID. Approval is instant when your SNAP or Medicaid status is in a connected state database; otherwise expect a 5–10 business-day review of your uploaded documents.
- Sign up with True Wireless. Go to https://www.truewireless.com or call 1-877-832-1979. Provide your Application ID and Tennessee address.
- Pick a device. Choose a free Android phone or, if eligible, opt into a paid upgrade. BYOP (bring your own phone) is also supported with a AT&T / T-Mobile-compatible device.
- Activate & use. Your phone arrives pre-activated within 5–10 business days. Service starts on day one.
Compare with other Tennessee Lifeline carriers
True Wireless is one option among the 19 Lifeline carriers serving Tennessee. Pricing is identical ($0/month after the federal subsidy), so the choice usually comes down to network coverage in your area, monthly data allowance, and the device the carrier ships. Compare side by side on the Tennessee Lifeline page.
FAQ — True Wireless in Tennessee
Does True Wireless operate in Tennessee?
Yes. True Wireless is a USAC-approved Lifeline carrier serving qualifying low-income households throughout Tennessee. The carrier delivers service on the AT&T / T-Mobile network, with coverage matching AT&T / T-Mobile's footprint in Tennessee.
What does the True Wireless Tennessee Lifeline plan include?
8 GB of monthly mobile data, unlimited talk and text, and 2 GB of mobile hotspot tethering — all for $0/month after the federal Lifeline credit is applied. New customers in Tennessee also receive a free Android smartphone with enrollment.
How do I apply for True Wireless in Tennessee?
Apply at the federal National Verifier (nv.fcc.gov/lifeline), receive your Application ID, then enroll with True Wireless at https://www.truewireless.com.
Will I get a free phone with True Wireless in Tennessee?
Yes — True Wireless ships a free Android smartphone to approved Tennessee households. Model availability varies by region and inventory.
For more on choosing the right Lifeline carrier, see our carrier selection guide and the broader eligibility overview.