CenturyLink offers either DSL or fiber optic internet, depending on where you live, and CenturyLink home phone makes a great addition to CenturyLink internet services. Add DIRECTV to complete your home services package.
$ 50 mo.** for 12 mos.
Limited availability. Service and rate in select locations only. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply.
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The Fiber 500 Mbps plan is fast enough for a medium to large household and inexpensive enough for most budgets at $50/mo. Most plans offered by CenturyLink are fiber-based in metro areas, but depending on your address, DSL service may be your only choice.
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CenturyLink internet has relatively fast speeds and unlimited data, but the service may not be for everyone. For instance, CenturyLink tends to only have one plan available in each serviceable area, giving you fewer choices than most providers. We explain everything you need to know about CenturyLink below to determine if the service is right for you.
Real speeds are close to advertised speeds: According to an FCC report, over 45% of CenturyLink subscribers experienced speeds greater than 95% of what was initially advertised. About 30% received speeds within 80-95% of what was advertised, and 25% received less than 80% of what was initially advertised.
Contracts: CenturyLink does not require any long-term contracts, which means you don’t have to worry about early termination fees.
Additional fees: CenturyLink charges up to $15/mo. in equipment fees. You have the option, however, to purchase your own equipment if you want to save money. You may also have to pay a one-time installation fee of either $25 – $149 based on the internet technology at the address.
Data caps: CenturyLink offers unlimited data.
CenturyLink tends to have only one plan available in each serviceable area, giving customers fewer choices than most providers.
CenturyLink doesn’t have pesky long-term agreements and early termination fees to worry about.
Though not required, the CenturyLink and DIRECTV bundling option is great if you need both TV and internet.
The speed of internet that CenturyLink offers in your area can vary, and fiber optic service is only available in select cities.
CenturyLink charges a $15 monthly fee for modem and router rental. Avoid this fee by purchasing your own equipment.