Starlink Makes Ordering Satellite Internet Faster and Easier for Americans
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has announced that U.S. customers can now order Starlink in less than two minutes. This streamlined process can be done either by visiting Starlink’s website or calling 1-888-GO-STARLINK. The new ordering flow is powered by xAI’s Grok, a virtual assistant that guides customers through available plans over the phone to help them get connected quickly.
This change is aimed at reducing friction for new customers as SpaceX aims to accelerate Starlink adoption across the U.S. Recently, Starlink reshuffled its Residential internet offerings, reintroducing its most affordable home internet tier starting at $50 per month for speeds of around 100 Mbps.
To sweeten the deal, Starlink is offering promotions to new Residential customers in select U.S. regions. Some customers can receive free Residential hardware and professional installation, making it easier to sign up. Additionally, Starlink has quietly been offering free Mini dishes to existing Residential subscribers, providing them with a more portable way to stay connected.
This move comes after SpaceX completed its acquisition of xAI, bringing Elon Musk’s AI company under the same roof as Starlink. The Grok-powered phone ordering experience is one of the first visible consumer-facing outcomes of this merger.
Starlink has experienced rapid growth, doubling its global user base in 2025 alone and expanding into new markets. Simplifying sign-ups and offering free hardware could help Starlink attract customers who may have previously stuck with traditional cable or fiber providers.
If SpaceX’s strategy pays off, ordering satellite internet could soon be as easy and fast as signing up for a streaming service.