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T-Satellite with Starlink logo

T-Satellite connects you where towers can’t.

T-Satellite with Starlink is the largest mobile + satellite network that keeps you connected where it wasn’t possible before. It activates automatically so you can use apps, text, voice chat, share locations, and more.

It comes with our best plans or can be added to other plans.
You don't even have to be a T-Mobile member to get it.

Get T-Satellite

Texting & select satellite-ready apps with compatible device in most outdoor areas in the U.S. where you can see the sky. Satellite service, including text to 911, may be delayed, limited, or unavailable. Included with Experience Beyond and Better Value plans or $10/mo.; auto renews monthly. Cancel anytime in T-Life App. 

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EXPAND YOUR COVERAGE

No cell signal?
No problem.

Now you can use your devices in the over 500,000 miles of the U.S. that aren’t covered by any wireless company’s cell towers.
Check out the T-Satellite coverage map.

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CONNECT AUTOMATICALLY

Works with most smartphones.

T-Satellite works automatically on the majority of phones from the last four years. Learn if the phone you already have is supported.

What you can do with a T-Satellite connection:

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Send texts

Text and send photos with apps like iMessage and Google Messages, share locations, and contact emergency services.

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Voice chat

Use WhatsApp to voice chat in places you couldn’t before when you’re connected to T-Satellite.

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Use select apps

A growing suite of apps works with T-Satellite, so you can communicate, map your location, check weather, and much more. Check all current apps here.

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Contact 911

Everyone deserves peace of mind. With T-Mobile Text to 911 powered by T-Satellite, you can contact emergency services, even if you’re on another carrier.

T-Mobile Text to 911 by Satellite supports text to 911 only and may be limited by coverage, delays, or location accuracy. See T-Mobile Terms & Conditions for details.
T-Satellite is included in our Experience Beyond plans.

Or add it to any plan for $10/month per line.

Apps picked for you, optimized for T-Satellite:

  WhatsApp

  • T-Satellite is first to bring you WhatsApp over satellite—so you can connect even when you’re off the grid. Whether you’re hiking deep into the mountains, driving through remote stretches, or just far from cell coverage, you can still share your voice, your face, and your world.

  AllTrails

  • Take your outdoor adventures further. With T-Satellite and AllTrails, search for trails, check difficulty ratings, and track your hike, ride, or run in real time even when you’re off the beaten path. Plus, you can share your activity and trail location with friends, explore trail detail pages for all the essentials, and count on an always-on map that makes navigation simple—wherever the trail takes you.

  X

  • Follow breaking news from around the world before it hits the headlines and stay ahead of the curve with real-time updates on trending topics and viral conversations.

  AccuWeather

  • Never get caught off guard off-grid. With apps like AccuWeather, you’ll see real-time forecasts and alerts that help you stay ahead of the weather wherever. 

  Google Maps

  • Get turn-by-turn directions and share your live location via satellite, even when you're completely off-grid. From spontaneous road trips to deep-country hikes, your map works when you need it most.

  T-Life

  • Stay in the know with T-Satellite. T-Life gives you clear details on what works best with satellite, plus guidance to help you get the most from your apps and T-Satellite without the guesswork.

  OnX

  • Get access to critical, real-time information in the field. Whether you're hiking, hunting, backcountry skiing, camping, fishing, or off-roading, use real-time data to adjust your plans on the fly, even when you're far away from the reach of traditional cell towers. Take your outdoor adventure to a new level, using onX Hunt, onX Offroad, onX Backcountry and onX Fish.

  Overwatch x Rescue

  • Enjoy the great outdoors knowing your safety is covered. With T-Satellite and Overwatch x Rescue, hit SOS from your compatible phone to instantly connect with a 24/7 Response Center that coordinates your rescue and covers your rescue costs—even off the grid. Explore with complete confidence knowing help is always within reach, wherever your adventures take you.

Texting & select satellite-ready apps with compatible device in most outdoor areas in the U.S. where you can see the sky. Satellite service, including text to 911, may be delayed, limited, or unavailable. Included with Experience Beyond plans or $10/mo.; auto renews monthly. Cancel anytime in T-Life App. Data speeds are limited and may not support all apps; performance varies and some apps may not function or may operate differently than on traditional cellular networks. Service may experience gaps or time-outs due to satellite coverage and network conditions. Unlimited use subject to these limitations.

Explore all apps

You can get T-Satellite even if you’re not a member.

Join T-Mobile on an Experience Beyond plan.

T-Satellite is included at no extra cost. Or join on another plan and add T-Satellite for just $10/month per line. You can switch in just 15 minutes.

Add T-Satellite to your current carrier’s plan.

Add it to your existing plan for just $10/month per line. Call 1-800-937-8997 or visit a T-Mobile store.

Get emergency 911 access for free.

Anyone with an eligible phone can use T-Mobile Text to 911 via satellite. You can register without a T-Mobile account.

Join T-Mobile

Have an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan. 

T-Satellite is included at no extra cost. Upgrade my plan

Add T-Satellite for just $10/month.

Add it to your existing plan for just $10/month per line. Find it in your T-Life app under Manage add-ons.

Get emergency 911 access for free.

Anyone with an eligible phone can use T-Mobile Text to 911 via satellite. Find it in your T-Life app under Manage add-ons.

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T-Satellite makes off-the-grid connection easy.

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Your phones works directly with satellites.

You’ll automatically connect to the nearest one.

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You don't have to change any settings—it just works.

Start texting and using select apps like you normally would.

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Service depends on your location.

A clear view of the sky gets you the best signal.

Coverage when and where you need it most.

Outdoor adventuring.

Get into nature without getting lost. Access real-time weather and road information, keep friends and family up to date on your location, and even contact emergency rescue services. 

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Road tripping.

Off the grid doesn’t mean off the map. Check routes offline, locate points of interest beyond the beaten track, and get forecasts and weather alerts. 

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Staying connected.

Keep peace of mind wherever you roam. Share your live location with friends and family from almost anywhere, even when cell towers are nowhere in sight. 

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Need more assistance with T-Satellite?

Check out the FAQs below or our support page.

Got questions?

  • With T-Satellite you can stay connected in places cell towers can’t reach. Send and receive text, audio, and picture messages (SMS/MMS/RCS), and share your location. Use some of your favorite satellite-ready apps for navigation, weather, and more. You can even talk over satellite via WhatsApp on T-Satellite. Check if your device is eligible for these features; we’re continuously adding new features and supported devices.

  • Satellite data can keep you connected beyond just messaging.

    Because satellite connections have lower data speeds and limited capacity, satellite data is currently designed to work best with a growing list of optimized apps. These apps are tailored to perform well in low bandwidth conditions, helping you get the most out of your connection.

    T-Satellite optimized apps prioritize essential functionality while connected to T-Satellite. We’re partnering with app developers and we’ll keep expanding the list of supported apps. To see which apps work with satellite data, check our optimized apps list.


  • Experience Beyond & Better Value customers: No action needed—T-Satellite is included in your plan at no extra cost.
    For all other T-Mobile customers: Add T-Satellite for a limited time at $10/month (a savings of $5/mo.) under ‘Manage Data & Add-Ons' in your account.

    • Not a T-Mobile customer? Get T-Satellite for $10/mo. (a savings of $5/mo.) by calling 1-800-937-8997 or visiting a T-Mobile store.

  • Most smartphones from the last 4 years work with T-Satellite. Since satellite networks work differently from traditional cell networks, we’re working with our handset partners to make sure as many smartphones as possible are optimized for the best experience.

    See the support page to check if your phone is supported. 

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    Nothing! Once you have T-Satellite, your phone will automatically connect to the satellite network when no other service is available. You’ll see the network name “T-Mobile SpaceX” or “T-Sat+Starlink” when connected. For more details, please refer to our support page.

     

  • T-Satellite currently covers the Continental U.S. including Puerto Rico, Hawaii and parts of southern Alaska. Check out our coverage map to see where coverage is available. We are also collaborating with our global roaming partners and SpaceX to offer satellite services to our customers when traveling abroad or in international waters in the future. 

  • When connected via satellite, messages may take a little longer to send or receive. That’s totally normal and depends on satellite coverage and connection conditions. Since satellites are moving overhead, your phone will disconnect from one and automatically reconnect to the next. Don’t worry - your phone keeps working in the background to make sure your messages get through as soon as possible. 

    Satellite data is different from traditional cellular data. It’s specially designed to work with certain optimized apps, so you get the best possible experience. Visit our support page to view the complete, up-to-date list of supported apps.

  • Yes! While T-Mobile customers enjoy the best benefits, non-T-Mobile customers can still sign up for T-Satellite by calling 1-800-937-8997 or visiting a Retail store.

  • While you can already text 911 to reach emergency services, with T-Satellite, you can now even do so off the grid. Even if you don’t have T-Satellite, with T-Mobile Text to 911, anyone with a compatible phone can reach emergency services via satellite, free of charge.

    NOTE: If you have one of the following phones, satellite emergency service is already built in, so your phone is not eligible for T-Mobile Text to 911.

    • iPhone 14 and later

    If you're using a different satellite-optimized phone, you're eligible to enroll.