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Postpaid and prepaid plans for individuals, families, and unlimited data across different tiers.
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Verizon is a U.S. wireless carrier offering mobile service plans, home internet, device financing, and business connectivity services through its network and retail locations.
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About Verizon
Verizon provides wireless voice and data service for individuals, families, and businesses in the U.S. Plans vary by data allowance, features, and number of lines. Smartphones and other devices can be purchased through Verizon directly or financed over a term period.
Verizon also offers home internet service through its fiber and fixed wireless products, depending on location. Business plans and fleet connectivity services are available for organizations of different sizes.
Common uses
Verizon serves individual and business customers looking for wireless service and home connectivity options.
Postpaid and prepaid plans for individuals, families, and unlimited data across different tiers.
Fios fiber and fixed wireless internet available in eligible service areas.
Smartphones, tablets, and connected devices from Apple, Samsung, and other manufacturers.
Business wireless plans, mobile hotspots, and fleet management solutions.
Who is it for
Verizon is one of the largest wireless carriers in the U.S. and is commonly chosen by people who prioritize network reliability and coverage, particularly in suburban and rural areas where other carriers may have weaker signal. It is used by individuals, families, and businesses for wireless phone service, as well as home internet in some markets.
Getting started
Go to verizon.com to compare wireless plans. Verizon offers unlimited plans at several tiers, each with different features such as hotspot data, streaming subscriptions, and travel perks.
Use the coverage map at verizon.com to check 5G and LTE availability at your home address and areas where you frequently need coverage.
Visit a Verizon store or call customer service to activate a new line, transfer your number from another carrier, or purchase a new device.
Verizon offers auto-pay discounts on eligible plans. Setting up autopay after activating can reduce your monthly bill.
Common questions
Verizon consistently ranks highly in independent coverage studies, particularly for reliability in rural and suburban areas. Coverage depends on your specific location. Use the Verizon coverage map at verizon.com and compare it with maps from other carriers before deciding.
Verizon offers home internet service in two forms: Fios, a fiber-optic service available in parts of the Northeast U.S., and 5G Home Internet, a fixed wireless option using Verizon's 5G network available in additional markets. Availability depends on your address. Check verizon.com to see which options are offered at your location.
Yes, you can port your existing phone number to Verizon from another carrier. You will need your current account number and the PIN or transfer code from your current provider. Most transfers are completed within a few hours. Your current service remains active until the port is complete.
Information source: Verizon's official U.S. website and service information. Last verified June 22, 2026.
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