Cricket Wireless

Cricket Wireless is a prepaid wireless service provider in the United States, founded in 1999 and currently a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. The company serves approximately thirteen million subscribers and is known for its affordable, no-contract wireless plans. Cricket Wireless began by targeting small and rural markets, offering a straightforward customer experience and pioneering the “phone in a box” concept.

The company provides prepaid voice, text, and data services with flexible plans designed for budget-conscious consumers. Customers have access to nationwide 5G and 4G LTE networks powered by AT&T’s infrastructure. Cricket Wireless offers a variety of plans with unlimited talk, text, and data options, along with a selection of smartphones and devices available at over 4,500 retail locations across the country. The company also emphasizes community engagement through partnerships with organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Historically Black Colleges and Universities athletic conferences.