Starlink Referral Program 2026: How to Get $100 Cash or Credit

Starlink now pays both sides of a referral. Order through an existing customer’s link and you get $100 and they get $100, either as cash deposited to a bank account or as credit on a Starlink bill. That replaced the old offer of one free month, and it went live in the U.S. in October 2026.

This guide covers how the Starlink referral program works right now: who qualifies, when the money shows up, how to switch from credit to cash, what Starlink costs, and where it fits if you run a business. If you are ready to order, our link is here:

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Starlink Referral Program at a Glance

• Reward: $100 for the new customer and $100 for the person who shared the link (the U.S. amount; other countries differ)
• Paid as: Service credit by default, or cash to your bank account if you set that up
• When: After the new customer has been subscribed for two months, as soon as 60 days after activation
• Who qualifies: Brand-new Starlink customers who order on starlink.com through a referral link
• Eligible plans: Residential and Roam
• Cost to use a link: Nothing extra. You pay the same price you would without one

Starlink sets the amount and can change it. The number that counts is the one shown when you sign up, so confirm it on the signup page and on Starlink’s referrals page before you check out.

What Changed in October 2026

Until early October 2026, a Starlink referral gave each side one free month of service. On October 8, 2026, Starlink announced that “both you AND your friend receive $100,” with the option to take it as cash.

Two things make the new version better for most people:

• It can be real money. You can take the reward as cash to your bank instead of a bill credit.
• It is a flat amount. $100 covers almost two months of a $55 plan, which beats one free month on the lower-priced tiers.

How the Starlink Referral Works, Step by Step

1. Open a referral link first. Start from our Starlink referral link and place the order from that page on starlink.com. The signup page should show the $100 offer before you pay.
2. Choose an eligible plan. Residential and Roam plans count (details below).
3. Pay for the kit and month one, then activate. Nothing is discounted at checkout. You pay normally up front.
4. Stay subscribed for two full monthly billing cycles. Keep the account active and paid. Canceling early or returning the kit ends the referral for both of you.
5. Collect $100 each. Starlink says the amount is issued as soon as 60 days after activation, depending on your country, settings, and identity check.

The one mistake to avoid: ordering first and looking for a place to add the referral later. Starlink says a referral is only recorded when the new customer orders through the link, and one that is missed at checkout cannot be added afterward.

Who Qualifies (and What Disqualifies You)

You qualify if you:

• Have never had a Starlink account. Existing and returning customers are not eligible
• Order directly on starlink.com through a referral link
• Sign up as an individual. Starlink’s terms require the referred subscriber to be a person, not a company
• Choose an eligible plan: Residential (100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, or Max) or Roam (100GB, 300GB, or Unlimited)
• Activate service in the same country as the person who referred you
• Stay subscribed and in good standing for two full billing cycles

The referral will not pay if you:

• Buy the kit from a retailer, a reseller, or a marketplace listing
• Take over someone else’s account through a transfer
• Order without the link, or with a different person’s link
• Cancel, pause to Standby Mode, or send the kit back during the 30-day trial before two months of service
• Sign up for a plan that is not on the eligible list (Starlink’s Business and Priority plans are not on it)

The reward is meant for people who actually want the service. Starlink’s terms say the new customer must genuinely intend to stay subscribed, so do not sign up just to collect $100 and cancel.

If a store has the kit on sale, do the math. A retail kit earns no referral reward, so compare the store’s total against the starlink.com price minus $100.

Cash or Service Credit: How to Get Paid to Your Bank

By default, the $100 arrives as service credit that comes off your next Starlink bill. If you would rather have cash deposited to your bank account, set it up ahead of time:

1. Log in at starlink.com in a web browser (Starlink says this step is not in the app).
2. Go to Referrals, then Reward Method, and select Cash.
3. Complete the Stripe onboarding: sign in or create a Stripe account, verify your identity, and link your bank account.
4. Check that it is finished. If your account still says “Finish onboarding,” you cannot receive cash yet and the reward is issued as credit.

Good to know:

• Each person chooses separately. The referrer’s choice does not change yours, and yours does not change theirs.
• The choice locks at payout. Set cash up early, not the week the reward is due.
• Cash can take a little longer. Starlink’s terms allow up to 30 days after the referral qualifies for a cash payment to be issued.
• Cash is not offered everywhere. Some countries are service credit only. Your account shows what is available to you.
• Taxes are on you. Starlink’s terms make each person responsible for any tax owed on a reward.

How Much Does Starlink Cost in 2026?

Here is what Starlink’s service plans page shows for the U.S. as of November 2026 (monthly, before tax):

• Roam 100GB: $55
• Roam 300GB: $80
• Roam Unlimited: $175
• Residential 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, and Max: priced by address. Starlink now asks for your location before it shows a Residential price. When it last published them in October 2026, they were $55, $85, and $130

The 100 Mbps and 200 Mbps Residential plans are only offered in select areas, hardware is a separate one-time cost, and Starlink runs new-customer promotions often. The real number is the one you see after entering your address. Residential and Roam both come with a 30-day trial.

Residential vs Roam: Residential is the household plan for one fixed address, with unlimited data. Roam is the portable plan. It works on the go and in motion, and you can pause it with Standby Mode when you do not need it.

Is Starlink Worth It for a Small Business?

For a lot of owners in the Gulf South, the answer is yes, and usually for one of three reasons.

1. Backup internet when the main line goes down

Card readers, VoIP phones, scheduling software, and cloud files all stop when your connection does. Starlink does not rely on the cable or fiber lines on your street, so it can stay up when a storm or a cut line takes those out, as long as the dish has power and a clear view of the sky. If your phones run on a system like Quo or your office lives in Google Workspace, a backup connection is what keeps both reachable.

2. Real broadband where cable and fiber do not reach

Rural shops, farms, camps, and home offices outside town often have one slow option or none. Starlink is built for exactly those addresses, with enough speed for video calls, cloud apps, and large uploads.

3. Internet that moves with the job

Roam plans travel. Contractors use them on job sites before utilities are connected, and mobile businesses use them at markets, festivals, and events where the venue Wi-Fi cannot be trusted with a payment terminal.

Which plan should a business owner pick?

• Working from home: Residential. It is the household plan, and it qualifies for the referral reward.
• Working on the go, or a portable backup: Roam. It also qualifies.
• A storefront, office, or shop: Starlink’s Business plans, which start at $55/month and add priority data, a public IP address, 24/7 priority support, and a service level agreement.

One honest caveat: the referral reward covers Residential and Roam plans on a personal account. If your operation needs a Business plan, or you are buying in the company’s name, pick what fits and do not count on the $100.

Already a Starlink Customer? Share Your Own Link

Once you are on an active Residential or Roam plan, you can refer people too. Open Referrals in the Starlink app or in your account on the web and copy your personal link. Starlink emails you when someone orders through it, and the Referrals tab tracks each one. Each successful referral pays once.

Read Starlink’s Referral Program Terms before you start sharing. The rules that trip people up:

• No paid ads. You cannot run or boost advertising that sends traffic to a referral link, directly or indirectly
• No unsolicited contact. Do not message people who did not ask
• Do not present yourself as part of Starlink. You are a customer sharing a link, not a representative or reseller
• Keep your own plan active. If you cancel or drop to Standby Mode only, your pending referrals are canceled

Breaking the sharing rules can cost you pending and already-issued rewards.

Quick FAQ

How much is the Starlink referral bonus?
In the U.S., $100 for each side as of November 2026, in cash or service credit. Amounts vary by country and are shown in your Starlink account.

Does the person being referred get anything?
Yes. Starlink says the new customer and the person who shared the link receive the same amount.

When does Starlink pay the referral?
After the new customer has been subscribed for two months. Starlink says it is issued as soon as 60 days after activation.

Is there a Starlink referral code to enter?
The referral is attached when you open a referral link and order from that page. Starlink says it cannot be added after the order is placed.

Can I use a referral link if I had Starlink before?
No. Existing and returning customers are not eligible.

Does a Starlink kit from a store count?
No. Rewards are only issued for sign-ups on starlink.com. Kits from retailers and resellers are excluded.

Does it cost more to order through a referral link?
No. The plan and hardware prices are the same.

Can I get cash instead of credit?
Where cash is offered, yes. Select Cash under Referrals in your account on starlink.com and finish the Stripe identity and bank setup before your reward pays out.

Do Starlink Business plans qualify?
No. Starlink’s eligible list covers Residential and Roam plans, and accounts on Priority, Business, or Enterprise plans do not earn referral rewards.

Where are the official details?
Starlink’s referrals page, its Help Center article Does Starlink have a referral program?, and the Referral Program Terms.

Use Our Starlink Referral Link

If this guide helped and you are a new Starlink customer, order through our link. Once you have two months of service, both sides receive the reward:

https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-13325570-49573-0

Enter your address on Starlink’s site to see the plans and prices available where you are. If you are collecting referral rewards, our guide to the Tesla referral program covers that one too.

Disclaimer: This post includes a BaseLynk Starlink referral link. BaseLynk may receive a reward if a new customer signs up through it and qualifies. BaseLynk is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a reseller of Starlink or SpaceX. Reward amounts, eligibility, plans, and pricing are controlled by Starlink and can change without notice. Always confirm current terms on Starlink’s site before you order. Starlink is a trademark of Space Exploration Technologies Corp.