Prepaid home router FAQs

A typical home with multiple devices connected to the internet tends to use large amounts of data. The data usage for each device connected to your router can vary significantly, depending on how much you stream music/videos and play online games.

One option is to start with our 100 GB data plan for 1 month and then adjust based on your needs. Our plans range from 5 GB to 150 GB, and you can change your plan in My Verizon anytime.

Yes, you can add a line to an existing prepaid account for your home router, or you can set it up as a single line on its own prepaid account.

Plus you can save $30/month when you add a current prepaid data-only plan to your existing prepaid account with at least 1 line. The first line on your account can be either a phone or data-only device. Each additional data-only line receives a $30/month discount.

You should set up your prepaid home router near a window on the main floor of your home to help you get the best signal.

During activation, you should see a solid green light appear on the front of the router. If a yellow or red light appears instead, try moving the router to another location in your home to get a better signal.

The Wi-Fi password and other router information is on the bottom of the router. When you connect a device to your router, you'll be prompted to enter this information.

The number of devices you can simultaneously connect to your prepaid home router varies based on the Wi-Fi you're using:

• Up to 10 devices with 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi
• Up to 30 devices with 5 Ghz Wi-Fi

Most devices should be able to connect within 150 ft indoors and 300 ft outdoors without obstruction. Actual range and speeds vary based on the radio frequency conditions and obstructions within your home.