Who qualifies for broadband social tariffs?

• Universal Credit — accepted by virtually every provider offering a social tariff.
• Pension Credit, Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance and income-based Employment and Support Allowance — accepted by most.
• Some providers extend eligibility further, so check even if you're unsure.
• Eligibility is checked at sign-up and usually re-verified yearly — tell your provider if your circumstances change.

• Much lower monthly prices than standard broadband deals for comparable speeds.
• Most social tariffs have no mid-contract price rises and no long lock-ins — many are 30-day rolling.
• Speeds vary by provider and tariff, from basic browsing speeds to full fibre on some tariffs.
• You keep the same consumer protections: the same complaints process and Ofcom rules apply.

• Check which providers offer social tariffs and compare speeds and prices first.
• Apply on the provider's website — benefit verification is usually automatic via the DWP.
• If you're with a provider already, ask them about their social tariff before switching elsewhere.
• Keep your old service running until the new one is confirmed working.

A social tariff can cut your broadband bill dramatically — worth recording. Add it to UK Bill Tracker (free) and the app tracks what you pay, reminds you before any contract ends, and flags it if prices ever creep back up.