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Discounted internet

The City of Seattle’s Information Technology department has identified internet service providers that offer discounts for low-income households in Seattle. These companies offer low-cost internet for around $10 a month. Consider each service carefully, and take advantage of one of these options if you don’t already have access to the internet.  You can also find out about discounted cable TV.

SHA offers digital navigation services to help SHA residents build digital skills and gain access to critical online services.

Federal subsidies for internet service

The Affordable Connectivity Program Application is now closed. As of February 7, 2024, the ACP stopped accepting new applications. The FCC anticipates existing ACP funding to run out in April 2024 if Congress does not provide additional funding. Consumers that are enrolled in the ACP will continue to receive their benefit on their internet service through April 2024. This date is an estimate and may change.

For help with the ACP wind-down or to find out about other affordable internet service, please contact SHA’s Digital Navigation team by calling 206.615.3580 or emailing digitalequityhelp@seattlehousing.org

Discounted equipment

The City of Seattle has information about discounts available for various devices, including computers and smart phones. 

InterConnection.org offers affordable computers and internet to low-income individuals online and at their retail store. 

RePC is a computer retail recycler which sells new and used computers and components online and at their retail stores.

Free access to computers and the internet

SHA offers nine desktop computer labs with free, high-speed internet and Microsoft Office Home & Student. Computer labs are staffed by public housing residents who volunteer as lab supervisors. Residents are able to visit the computer labs to browse the internet, print documents, and engage with each other in a community space.

The City of Seattle has a free public Wi-Fi map that lists public facilities offering free internet.

Free technology help and classes

The Seattle Public Library offers free technology classes. Learn how to get started on the internet, computers and other devices.

Comcast Internet Essentials Learning Center provides free online tutorials on how to connect to and navigate the internet.

SHA offers technology training through its Digital Navigation program.  If you are an SHA resident and are interested in the program, please call 206.615.3580 or email digitalequityhelp@seattlehousing.org.