Straight Talk Promo Codes + Cashback

This program pays you for your old device with a Universal Mastercard Prepaid card, not a discount on a new phone. That's an important detail, since you can use the card almost anywhere, but you can't apply it directly to a Straight Talk purchase. The process works in three steps:

1. Get a quote. Start by getting a quote to see how much your old phone is worth.

2. Ship your phone. Buy your new phone and send your old one back to them. The shipping is completely free.

3. Receive your payment. Once they receive your old phone, they will send you a prepaid Mastercard.

Keep in mind that the trade-in value depends on your device's model, condition, and whether you've completed a factory reset. You'll also need to finish the trade-in within 30 days of your quote, or they'll reassess the value based on current market rates.

Before you commit, it's worth comparing what you'd get elsewhere. Based on our research, trade-in quotes are often lower than what you could earn by selling the phone yourself on sites like Swappa or Facebook Marketplace. For example, we've seen an iPhone 12 in good condition quoted at around $150 through trade-in programs, while the same phone could sell for over $200 directly to a buyer.

For users who want convenience and don't want the hassle of listing their phone, dealing with buyers, or shipping it themselves, make use of this program. However, for those who want to get the maximum cash value for their old device, selling it privately is usually the better choice.

Auto-Refill takes $5 off the Gold Unlimited ($45/month) and Platinum Unlimited ($55/month) plans. That's $60 in savings over a year, or a 9–11% cut to your monthly bill, depending on the plan you choose.

For users who are eligible for these plans and want a low-effort way to lower their monthly cost, Auto Refill is a good option.

However, we don't recommend it for those who have a multi-line account. The Auto Pay discount doesn't apply to family plans, since those already come with their own separate discounts. Plus, stacking the two isn't an option.

This is the most effective way to lower your per-person monthly bill at Straight Talk. The discount increases with each line you add to a single account. You can stack up to five lines on one account, and the family discount works with Silver, Gold, and Platinum Unlimited plans.

Here's what each line actually costs you:

• 2 lines: $75/month total, or $37.50 per line

• 3 lines: $90/month total, or $30 per line

• 4 lines: $100/month total, or $25 per line

• 5 lines: $125/month total, or $25 per line

The biggest savings start at three lines, where the per-person cost drops to $30 or less, making it the cheapest rate available. We recommend this for groups of three or more. Consider pooling an account with family, roommates, or coworkers to get the lowest rate.

For users in a low-income household, you may qualify for a monthly discount through this program. Keep in mind that Lifeline is a federal program, not a Straight Talk offer. It works with many phone providers, but the discount is applied to your bill.

You can get up to $9.25 off per month. For users living on tribal lands, the discount goes up to $34.25 per month. To qualify, you must meet income limits or take part in a federal aid program. These include:

• Medicaid

• SNAP

• SSI

• Public Housing

• Veterans Pension

• Survivor Benefits

• Tribal programs like Tribal TANF or Food Distribution on Indian Reservations

To sign up, first check your qualification on the Government Discount Program website. Once approved, you can enroll in the Lifeline plan through Straight Talk. For those who are already in one of the aid programs above, it's worth applying. The discount applies each month and stacks with your regular plan cost.