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What is the Starlink WiFi Limit?

Published in Starlink Data Policies 2 mins read

Starlink, the satellite internet service, primarily offers plans with unlimited standard data, meaning there are generally no data caps on how much you can use each month for typical internet activities. However, some specialized plans may include priority data allowances.

Starlink's data policies vary slightly depending on the specific service plan you subscribe to. Here’s a breakdown of the data limits for common Starlink plans:

Starlink Data Limits by Plan

The table below summarizes the typical data allowances for popular Starlink plans:

Plan Data Limit
Residential Unlimited
Roam Unlimited inland data
Boats Unlimited inland data; priority data from 50 GB–1 TB

Understanding Starlink Data Policies

Starlink aims to provide high-speed, low-latency internet, especially in remote and rural areas. Their approach to data usage is designed to support various needs, from home users to mobile and maritime applications.

  • Residential Plan: This plan, designed for fixed locations, comes with unlimited standard data. This means you can stream, browse, game, and download without worrying about hitting a data cap or incurring overage charges for standard usage.
  • Roam Plan (Mobile): Formerly known as Starlink RV, the Roam plan offers unlimited inland data. This flexibility allows users to take their Starlink service with them when traveling within their continent, making it ideal for RVs, campers, and mobile businesses. While data is unlimited, speeds might be deprioritized in areas of network congestion compared to Residential users.
  • Boats (Maritime): The Starlink Boats plan provides unlimited inland data when near land. For users needing high-priority connectivity farther offshore, this plan includes options for priority data ranging from 50 GB to 1 TB. Priority data ensures consistent, faster speeds even in congested areas or during peak times, which is crucial for critical maritime operations. Once the priority data allowance is consumed, usage typically reverts to standard, deprioritized data.

For more detailed information on Starlink plans, speeds, and pricing, you can visit USA Today's Starlink review.