EarthLink internet, TV and phone options

How EarthLink delivers service

EarthLink operates differently from the cable and telephone companies it is often listed alongside. Rather than owning a nationwide last-mile network, EarthLink provides internet service across partner infrastructure, which can include fiber, DSL, and wireless connections depending on what exists at the address.

The practical consequence is that two households with EarthLink service may have entirely different underlying connections and therefore different real-world performance. It also means EarthLink can sometimes be an option at addresses where the better-known national brands show as unavailable, particularly in rural and semi-rural areas.

Because the underlying network varies, the questions that matter most are about the specific connection being provisioned at your address rather than the brand. We can help you identify what type of connection is on offer and what to confirm about equipment, data policies, and term length before enrolling.

Service types you may see at your address

• Fiber internet where partner fiber is available
• DSL internet in copper service areas
• Wireless home internet options in selected areas
• Rural connectivity options where wired service is limited

Where EarthLink is generally available

Available in many areas nationwide, subject to partner network coverage.

Coverage maps published online are approximate. They are drawn at a regional level and cannot account for individual buildings, newly converted blocks, or addresses where a network build stopped short. Confirming serviceability for your exact address is always the first step.

Questions worth asking before you enroll

EarthLink sets its own pricing, promotions, equipment policies and contract terms, and those terms change over time. Bring this list to the conversation:

1. What underlying network will my service run on?
2. What speeds are realistically provisioned at this address?
3. Is there a data allowance or fair-use policy?
4. Is equipment purchased, leased, or included?
5. What is the contract length and cancellation policy?

How we can help

We can review which EarthLink service types show as available for your address, explain the practical differences between them, and help you compare them against other providers serving the same location. There is no cost for that conversation and no obligation to enroll. If you decide to proceed, the service agreement is between you and EarthLink under EarthLink's own current terms.