What activities are not ideal with Satellite Internet?

In general, satellite internet is not an ideal solution for VPNs, online video games that require very low latency, and for people who want to replace their cable TV with full-time video streaming. However, Viasat Internet does work for families who want to stream video – you just need to find the right plan for your needs. Contact Sales to discuss how we can help find the best plan for you.

Why should I get Viasat Internet?

You should get Viasat Internet because: - It’s fast: our minimum download speed of 12 megabits per second (Mbps) is still faster than typical digital subscriber line (DSL) or 4G/Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile service. In select areas, you can get up to 100+ Mbps speeds. - It’s a great value: you get more data for your money than the competition. Plus, there are never any automatic overage fees on our residential service. - It’s simple: installation typically takes just 2-3 hours. Once you’re connected, managing your account is easy with our My Viasat online portal. You’ll learn more about connecting to your online account once you’re signed up for service. Sign up here .

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Q: How does satellite technology work?

Viasat satellite internet operates using the following steps: 1. You click on your favorite website using your laptop or mobile device. Your request goes to your Viasat modem, then through a short cable to the dish outside your home. 2. The dish installed at your home beams your request up to our satellite. 3. Our satellite sends your website request down to a gateway station connected to our ground network. 4. The station relays your request to your favorite website. 5. The website delivers the information you requested back to the station, which sends it up to our satellite to be sent directly to you. Read our blog post titled [How it Works: The technology behind satellite internet](https://news.viasat.com/blog/satellite-internet/how-it-works-the-technology-behind-satellite-internet).

Q: Where is Viasat Internet available?

Viasat Internet is available in all 50 states and covers much of the U.S. population in remote and rural areas where other internet companies offer slower service, or no service at all. For more information on where Viasat Internet is available, search plans here .

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Viasat home internet plans starting at $49.99*

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Satellite internet for all

Two plans. One mission: better internet from above.

Connect to reliable, high-speed home internet — so you can browse, shop, learn, and more — wherever you call home, whenever you want. Viasat Internet plans gives you:

- Unlimited data*

- No contract plan option*

- Professional installation

- Live customer support

- And more!

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*Viasat Essentials plan: Requires a 12-month minimum service term commitment. This plan comes with 150 GB of High-Speed Data. After you use 150 GB of High-Speed Data, you will continue to receive unlimited data (referred to as "Standard Data)"; however, Viasat may prioritize Standard Data behind other customers during network congestion, which will result in slower speeds. Viasat Unleashed plan: Does not require an annual contract, which means there is no minimum service term commitment. You will have a month-to-month service term, which you may cancel at any time without an early termination fee. This plan comes with unlimited High-Speed Data. If at any time your data usage is trending to exceed the "typical usage" of a residential customer on our network, you may have reduced priority during times of network congestion resulting in slower speeds. Typical usage represents the data usage of 70% of residential customers on our network. Please visit www.viasat.com/legal to view Viasat’s Unlimited Data Policy for more details.

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*Viasat Essentials plan: Requires a 12-month minimum service term commitment. This plan comes with 150 GB of High-Speed Data. After you use 150 GB of High-Speed Data, you will continue to receive unlimited data (referred to as "Standard Data"); however, Viasat may prioritize Standard Data behind other customers during network congestion, which will result in slower speeds. Viasat Unleashed plan: Does not require an annual contract, which means there is no minimum service term commitment. You will have a month-to-month service term, which you may cancel at any time without an early termination fee. This plan comes with unlimited High-Speed Data. If at any time your data usage is trending to exceed the "typical usage" of a residential customer on our network, you may have reduced priority during times of network congestion resulting in slower speeds. Typical usage represents the data usage of 70% of residential customers on our network. Please visit www.viasat.com/legal to view Viasat’s Unlimited Data Policy for more details.

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Professional satellite internet installation for peace of mind

To help ensure optimal home internet service, Viasat provides professional installation.

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HOME INSTALLATION

Professional satellite internet installation for peace of mind

To help ensure optimal home internet service, Viasat provides professional installation.

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"I use Viasat internet almost the entire time I'm home."

From her remote cabin in the woods, Leslie Murray stays connected with her reliable, high-speed satellite internet plan. She uses her service to:

Stream music
Use Wi-Fi calling
Manage parts of her business remotely

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Home in rural location can still be connected to internet with satellite

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Satellite internet is a great rural internet option

Get affordable high-speed satellite internet for harder-to-reach areas, including rural and remote locations.

Viasat home satellite internet has service coverage for the majority of the U.S., so you can connect in even the most remote areas.

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internet wherever you live

Satellite internet is a great rural internet option

Get affordable high-speed satellite internet for harder-to-reach areas, including rural and remote locations.

Viasat home satellite internet has service coverage for the majority of the U.S., so you can connect in even the most remote areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Viasat Internet is residential satellite internet service. We’re dedicated to bringing reliable, high-speed connectivity to the hardest to reach people, places, and things — including families in rural or remote areas where cable companies don’t go.

Viasat Internet is best for people who have trouble getting reliable internet because they live in remote or rural areas where cable or fiber companies don’t go. It’s great for essential, everyday online activities like shopping, banking, education, and staying in touch with family.

This is how Viasat satellite internet works:

1. You click on your favorite website using your laptop or mobile device. Your request goes to your Viasat modem, then through a short cable to the dish outside your home.

2. The dish installed at your home beams your request up to our satellite.

3. Our satellite sends your website request down to a gateway station connected to our ground network.

4. The station relays your request to your favorite website.

5. The website delivers the information you requested back to the station, which sends it up to our satellite to be sent directly to you.

Read our blog post titled: How it Works: The technology behind satellite internet

In general, satellite internet is not an ideal solution for VPNs and online video games that require very low latency. However, Viasat Internet does work for families who want to stream video, work from home, and more. It’s also great for essential, everyday online activities like shopping, banking, education, staying in touch with family, and staying entertained.

Viasat Internet is available to most of the U.S. population, including in remote and rural areas where other internet companies offer slower service, or no service at all. For more information on where Viasat Internet is available, search plans here.

You should get Viasat Internet because:

It’s fast: Viasat offers plans with up 100+ Mbps — available on select residential service plans in select areas.
It’s a great value: you get more data for your money than the competition. Plus, there are never any automatic overage fees on our residential service.
It’s simple: installation typically takes just 2-3 hours. Once you’re connected, managing your account is easy with our My Viasat online portal. You’ll learn more about connecting to your online account once you’re signed up for service. Sign up here.

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Speeds are "up to," are not guaranteed and will vary. One-time standard installation fee may be charged at the time of sale. Monthly service fee, equipment lease fee and taxes apply. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.

Pick your unlimited high-speed satellite internet experience

Pick your unlimited high-speed satellite internet experience

Two plans. One mission: better internet from above.

Professional satellite internet installation for peace of mind

"I use Viasat internet almost the entire time I'm home."

Satellite internet is a great rural internet option

Satellite internet is a great rural internet option

Frequently asked questions

What is Viasat internet?

Who is Viasat best for?

How does satellite technology work?

What activities are not ideal with satellite internet?

Where is Viasat internet available?

Why should I get Viasat Internet?