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Sprint BYOD: 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data

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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

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Written by andrewmackoul
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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

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lintas1
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Guess they are finally valuing their service quality at zero dollars!! Having unfortunate experience of being a sprint customer, I wholeheartedly concur with the valuation of their service.
luckymichael
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Can I cancel after the first year?
SammyTheSalmon
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Hi! I have ten specific questions that only pertain to my individual circumstances. I epitomize laziness and my sense of entitlement is impervious to reason. Therefore it is the responsibility of anyone and everyone who reads this to find the answers to my questions.

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May 20, 2018 09:17 PM
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comintelMay 20, 2018 09:17 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
So I'm trying to port out and back in with my ssn (the current account is in my husband's), but they're telling me I have to go into a store with ID. Does anyone know why it's prompting this? The original rep thought it was because I had a sprint account in the past, like a year ago. I don't understand why I need to go into the store for this.
Try calling the Sprint Credit Dept directly and get them to ask a supervisor to override:

800-639-6116
May 20, 2018 09:19 PM
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dontknowMay 20, 2018 09:19 PM
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Quote from comintel :
Try calling the Sprint Credit Dept directly and get them to ask a supervisor to override:

800-639-6116
Thanks, I'll try it. Has anyone done this successfully? I'd really like to understand why it's flagging my identity.
May 20, 2018 09:22 PM
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comintelMay 20, 2018 09:22 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
Thanks, I'll try it. Has anyone done this successfully? I'd really like to understand why it's flagging my identity.
It often does where people had a prior account and there is the slightest discrepency between the info. in the two accounts.

But the reaction varies - sometimes just calling another day will go through.

When I called I gave them all the info from my prior account right up front and had no problem.

But experience is all over the place. There is no rhyme or reason to it.
Last edited by comintel May 20, 2018 at 03:26 PM.
May 20, 2018 09:24 PM
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freddiezMay 20, 2018 09:24 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
Thanks, I'll try it. Has anyone done this successfully? I'd really like to understand why it's flagging my identity.
It has happened to many. It shouldn't be anything to worry about
May 20, 2018 09:30 PM
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dontknowMay 20, 2018 09:30 PM
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Quote from freddiez :
It has happened to many. It shouldn't be anything to worry about
Well I called the credit number and they went through this whole process, but they couldn't change anything. I still have to go into the store.
May 20, 2018 09:30 PM
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freddiezMay 20, 2018 09:30 PM
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Quote from desi_babu_2010 :
a few folks on my account have the samsung emerge j3.
basic phone, for non power users
do u think there is any advantage with the g6 play for $80?
i didnt think there was much of improvement apart from larger screen?
the j3 emerge are fine for thier needs
suggestions from anyone is welcomed
I don't really think so. Also light users will be accustomed to Samsung UI.
I think it's great that some users are getting that boost G6 to fly on the BYOD but in your case maybe not worth it. We will find a couple of two-year-old flagships on the cheap soon. Maybe better to wait Just my O.
May 20, 2018 09:32 PM
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comintelMay 20, 2018 09:32 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
Well I called the credit number and they went through this whole process, but they couldn't change anything. I still have to go into the store.
Oh well it was worth a try I think.

Best go to a Sprint-​owned store for anything important like this (if there is one not too far away).

In any case, just have them set up an empty account - then go back home to call TeleSales to enrol in the free plan. Stores cannot do that reliably.
Last edited by comintel May 20, 2018 at 03:40 PM.

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May 20, 2018 09:40 PM
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dementiaMay 20, 2018 09:40 PM
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Quote from Katie31 :
Just curious, what is your approximate monthly bill for the free unlimited?

"A standard $1.99 admin fee, $0.40 regulatory fee and other taxes and fees apply"
Fair to say $10/month? or is that on the high side?
Sprint just generated my invoice for new service (after I ported out to tmobile and back to sprint) and my monthly total is $3.84. This will, of course, vary based on your state's taxes.
May 20, 2018 09:59 PM
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desi_babu_2010May 20, 2018 09:59 PM
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Quote from freddiez :
I don't really think so. Also light users will be accustomed to Samsung UI.
I think it's great that some users are getting that boost G6 to fly on the BYOD but in your case maybe not worth it. We will find a couple of two-year-old flagships on the cheap soon. Maybe better to wait Just my O.
thanks 4 reply.
will go w ur O.
i was thinking same as well
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Genghis_KhanMay 20, 2018 10:00 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
So I'm trying to port out and back in with my ssn (the current account is in my husband's), but they're telling me I have to go into a store with ID. Does anyone know why it's prompting this? The original rep thought it was because I had a sprint account in the past, like a year ago. I don't understand why I need to go into the store for this.
That's not unusual. Wife had an account and closed 4 months back. We were told to go to a Sprint store (make sure it's corporate) and showed them what they needed, a couple of id's, then the credit dept phone rep asked my wife a couple of stupid questions etc, and they approved it. Store rep made the account number and pin was set up at that time. If you go to a Sprint store make sure you have a reference number that should be given by the free byod phone rep so the store can find your case right away.

My store rep knows about this plan and he was not pushing us to activate an account in store. Make sure you don't activate a line while in the store.
Last edited by Genghis_Khan May 20, 2018 at 04:02 PM.
May 20, 2018 10:20 PM
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SlickDealingInNYCMay 20, 2018 10:20 PM
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Where is the very first post that said 5/18/2018 is the deadline?

Before signing up again with different social security number after porting out to non-Sprint provider temporarily to use this service for another year, do I need to use the payment method that matches the name of person with the social security number? I'm curious whether they will match SS# when I sign up again with billing name.
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dontknowMay 20, 2018 10:21 PM
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Quote from Genghis_Khan :
That's not unusual. Wife had an account and closed 4 months back. We were told to go to a Sprint store (make sure it's corporate) and showed them what they needed, a couple of id's, then the credit dept phone rep asked my wife a couple of stupid questions etc, and they approved it. Store rep made the account number and pin was set up at that time. If you go to a Sprint store make sure you have a reference number that should be given by the free byod phone rep so the store can find your case right away.

My store rep knows about this plan and he was not pushing us to activate an account in store. Make sure you don't activate a line while in the store.
Thanks for the info. So it does seem to be tied to having had a previous sprint account? Did your wife have to give them any info on the line being ported in, or can they just set up an empty account. I really hate having to go into the store!

How can you tell if a store is corporate?
May 20, 2018 11:03 PM
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Genghis_KhanMay 20, 2018 11:03 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
Thanks for the info. So it does seem to be tied to having had a previous sprint account? Did your wife have to give them any info on the line being ported in, or can they just set up an empty account. I really hate having to go into the store!

How can you tell if a store is corporate?
Don't need to tell them anything except you applied for an account over the phone and the credit department said for you to go to a store and show them a couple of ids, drivers license, a utility bill and or a car registration. Also make sure you have that reference number that the phone rep should give you so the store rep has a reference to pull up your not set up "account" yet. The store rep was nice enough to entertain me and help us set up everything. We were the only customers at that time.

When I called a Sprint store and someone picks up it's most likely not a corporate store. Once you call a store and they give you the robo call run around press 1 press 2...That's i would guess a corporate store. 1st store I called someone answered right away and I asked them if they were a corporate store and he said no. I asked him what's the nearest corporate store and he provided me with the phone number and address etc.
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freddiezMay 20, 2018 11:14 PM
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Quote from dontknow :
Thanks for the info. So it does seem to be tied to having had a previous sprint account? Did your wife have to give them any info on the line being ported in, or can they just set up an empty account. I really hate having to go into the store!

How can you tell if a store is corporate?
What Genghis Khan said, also you can go to the Sprint store locator. Those listed as full service store are corporate.

https://storelocator.sprint.com/mobile/Res.aspx

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May 20, 2018 11:21 PM
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laalaa99stlMay 20, 2018 11:21 PM
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Quote from Genghis_Khan :
When I called a Sprint store and someone picks up it's most likely not a corporate store.
The distinction (and often vast difference in experience) between corporate and non-corporate stores is definitely one thing I won't miss if/when the merger goes through.

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