{"content":{"referenceId":"ea2cca85-c95d-595b-06e6-4882ebe915df","title":"What is the rent Starlink option?","body":"Please visit <a href=https://starlink.com/support/article/ea2cca85-c95d-595b-06e6-4882ebe915df>support.starlink.com</a> or update your Starlink App to view this topic.","bodyMarkdown":"## General Knowledge\n- Renting provides a flexible option to use Starlink internet in select countries.\n- Starlink kits may only be rented for Residential service plans.\n- There is a one kit rental limit per account.\n\n## Key Details\n- Customers using a Rental Kit will be unable to pause their service.\n- Customers that received a Starlink Rental Kit must return their kit in good condition within 7 days from delivery if they decide not to proceed with the rental. Normal wear and tear is expected.\n- If you do not return the kit in good condition, you will be charged the full price of the Starlink Kit.\n- Other terms and conditions may apply. Terms and duration are subject to change.\n- Once you receive your Starlink kit and activate service, we will automatically charge your payment method on file for the monthly service fee. This becomes your recurring Payment Due Date.\n- If you do not activate service within 7 days after delivery, billing will automatically begin on day 7, making that the Payment Due Date. All future subscription payments will be charged every month on this date.\n- If you are a current Starlink customer with the rent Starlink option and would like to purchase your kit, create a support ticket.\n- You cannot transfer a rental service line to another person or location.\n- To transfer, you must first change your service plan. This usually requires a kit buyout or change fee.\n\n## Starlink Kit Purchase (Rent Cost)\n\nUpon completing your order, you will be charged a one-time activation (if applicable in your region). Once your subscription activates, you will be charged and a monthly rental fee.\n- The monthly rental fee will be charged every month in addition to the Starlink service fee.\n\n## Additional Notes\n- Current Starlink customers with the rent Starlink option can purchase their kit and become the full owner of it. If you are interested, please create a support ticket with this request.\n- Rental activation fees may vary by country and location, check your order to determine the amount.\n\n## Additional Resources\n- For additional questions, see the Starlink [Terms of Service](https://starlink.com/legal).\n- Related Topics: [Optional Starlink Mini for Travel Details](https://starlink.com/support/article/46e460c8-4428-6708-f9ee-78faedbc5221)\n\n**[Get Starlink email updates here](https://starlink.com/emailsignup).**","activeForCustomerView":true,"activeForOrderFlow":false,"activeForChatbot":true,"useMarkdown":true,"categories":[26],"pinnedIndex":null,"suggestAppOnDownvote":false,"includedCountries":[],"excludedCountries":["IN"],"createdDate":"2023-02-28T01:31:31.764637+00:00","modifiedDate":"2026-08-07T22:41:03.136669+00:00"},"errors":[],"warnings":[],"information":[],"isValid":true}