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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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Jan 10, 2019 09:00 PM
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ivn10Jan 10, 2019 09:00 PM
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Just FYI for this coming from T-Mobile, T-Mobile and Sprint are in the process of merging. If the FCC doesn't shut it down, you're likely to end up with T-Mobile again. Lol
Jan 10, 2019 09:02 PM
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comintelJan 10, 2019 09:02 PM
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Quote from aagstn :
The store guy ran through every possible test. They do show me activated, but the phone just won't connect to the network. It is a LG V30+. It is one of those BREED unlocked phones though so I'm betting that is the issue.

I tried power cycles and they tried typing in some codes to get it to connect along with resetting a few things. We also factory reset it and nothing worked. The Sprint store gave up and told me to ask for an activation refund or buy a new phone.
Store guys know next to nothing really, so let's see what some experts suggest if anything.

Actually maybe you just need to flash it BACK to the Sprint ROM that it probably had BEFORE BREED flashed it to something else! It must have been ok for Sprint originally! Otherwise Sprint would not have approved it now from its IMEI!
Last edited by comintel January 10, 2019 at 02:25 PM.
Jan 10, 2019 09:26 PM
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aagstnJan 10, 2019 09:26 PM
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Quote from comintel :
Store guys know next to nothing really, so let's see what some experts suggest if anything.

Actually maybe you just need to flash it BACK to the Sprint ROM that it probably had BEFORE BREED flashed it to something else! It must have been ok for Sprint originally! Otherwise Sprint would not have approved it now from its IMEI!
This is worth a try. Thank you.
Jan 10, 2019 09:27 PM
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desi_babu_2010Jan 10, 2019 09:27 PM
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good luck hopes it works out for you.

but this is one main reason i stick with the Sprint branded phones.

i know folks have this desire to get unlocked versions, but many times will lead to headaches like this

also try to avoid the motorolo all in one devices as well.
actually never really like the moto phones or the skin

Quote from aagstn :
The store guy ran through every possible test. They do show me activated, but the phone just won't connect to the network. It is a LG V30+. It is one of those BREED unlocked phones though so I'm betting that is the issue.

I tried power cycles and they tried typing in some codes to get it to connect along with resetting a few things. We also factory reset it and nothing worked. The Sprint store gave up and told me to ask for an activation refund or buy a new phone.

Quote from comintel :
Very good now wait for any suggestions.

Store guys know next to nothing really, so let's see what some experts suggest if anything.

Actually maybe you just need to flash it BACK to the Sprint ROM that it probably had BEFORE BREED flashed it to something else! It must have been on Sprint originally! Otherwise Sprint would not have approved it now from its IMEI!
Jan 10, 2019 09:44 PM
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edog11Jan 10, 2019 09:44 PM
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Quote from comintel :
Store guys know next to nothing really, so let's see what some experts suggest if anything.

Actually maybe you just need to flash it BACK to the Sprint ROM that it probably had BEFORE BREED flashed it to something else! It must have been ok for Sprint originally! Otherwise Sprint would not have approved it now from its IMEI!
This is probably correct since the only V30+ approved by Sprint is the Sprint v30+ LS998. So if it was another v30+ model they would have had to manually add imei and may not have correct software for activation.
Last edited by edog11 January 10, 2019 at 02:48 PM.
Jan 10, 2019 09:49 PM
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KastrgaJan 10, 2019 09:49 PM
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Refresh it back to stock sprint OS and it will work.
Jan 10, 2019 10:39 PM
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KamylJan 10, 2019 10:39 PM
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Quote from TaufiqH :
Sprint is garbage. I would not go with them if they paid me $20 per month. Their service is worth less than 0.
And you're in this thread because? GTFO! Enjoy your overpriced plan elsewhere.

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Jan 10, 2019 10:46 PM
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disorientedJan 10, 2019 10:46 PM
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Quote from desi_babu_2010 :
good luck hopes it works out for you.

but this is one main reason i stick with the Sprint branded phones.

i know folks have this desire to get unlocked versions, but many times will lead to headaches like this

also try to avoid the motorolo all in one devices as well.
actually never really like the moto phones or the skin
By that do you mean like the Moto G6?
Was planning on buying a pair and using them for the Sprint free BYOD plan.
Why would you avoid them?
Jan 10, 2019 10:55 PM
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dealmilaJan 10, 2019 10:55 PM
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I had opened this account online by activating through cash back site BFr*gal and got $100 cash back as well. When I opened it said $25 for BYOD plan and $100 for New Activation but I don't know in my account it shows $100 as verified now.
Jan 11, 2019 12:17 AM
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aagstnJan 11, 2019 12:17 AM
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Quote from Kastrga :
Refresh it back to stock sprint OS and it will work.
All I managed to accomplish was bricking the phone. The online instructions were beyond me. Phone is going back to Amazon and I'll give up on the Sprint deal.
Jan 11, 2019 12:30 AM
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comintelJan 11, 2019 12:30 AM
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Quote from aagstn :
All I managed to accomplish was bricking the phone. The online instructions were beyond me. Phone is going back to Amazon and I'll give up on the Sprint deal.
In case you need some alternatives, these posts have suggestions:

https://slickdeals.net/f/10235008-sprint-byod-1-year-unlimited-talk-text-data-free-w-eligible-device-sim-req?v=1&p=123793507&src=SiteSearch#post123793507

https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=124239943&postcount=33403
Jan 11, 2019 01:22 AM
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JoshTX84Jan 11, 2019 01:22 AM
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Quote :
1a: Most experts here advise to get this plan over phone and NOT online.
Several reasons: (No activation fee, and any issues that come up will be addressed right then there).
Now verified that BYOD phone in is waiving the sim card shipping fee so your cost will be $2.99 plus tax. New BYOD or an existing account!
Call the dedicated # 866-782-8777. The folks there are the ones that can help u. The telesales folks are in the Philippines . In some cases, the calls get routed to a different dept which may not access to this promo. So we advised to start the conversation with something like "i want the free 1 year promotion. can u help me with that". if the answer is not a emphatic yes ...then it is suggested u hang up and call again (huca)

1b: When Calling In For This Promo, Have This Information Handy:

1) Your Phone's IMEI #
2) Your Phone # You want to port
3) Your Account # and PIN # from where you want to port out to Sprint
4) The ICCID# of Your Sprint Sim card
Have the above for every single line you want to port if more than one.
Please help. I feel like I am missing something here.

Step 4 of When Calling In For This Promo, Have This Information Handy: says I need to have my sprint sim card already.

When do you get this? I thought it was ordered over the phone. Am I supposed to make a phone call in advance stating that I want to sign up for the promo and need to purchase a sim card for $2.99 and ask them to ship it to me for free? And then call them back after I have received it to actually sign up for the promo?

Thanks in advance for the help. I'm on Project Fi so I'm already expecting that to be a PITA but I'm confused on how to begin.
Jan 11, 2019 01:31 AM
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Genghis_KhanJan 11, 2019 01:31 AM
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Quote from Cmurphy16 :
Nice. Thanks for the info.
No way.... Chicago...? Am gonna try that... Highest I get is 120mbps 64 and Randall Road.
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cashcowsJan 11, 2019 01:35 AM
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My week 2 update:

Switched from cricket wireless, and have overall been pleased with coverage and speed. About 15 mb/s average speeds in my area.

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Jan 11, 2019 01:42 AM
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thegreatkhan2.0Jan 11, 2019 01:42 AM
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I attempted to use the deal. They ported my number over, but I never got service! After a week wasted with customer service pretending to be working on my problem, I'm switching back to Tmobile.

Sprint is worthless

Edit: I can't switch back because I don't have the 2FA for my sprint account (since I can't get texts!) so I lost my number for nothing

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