> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://starlinkhelpguide.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Activate Your Starlink Service at starlink.com

> Step-by-step instructions to activate your Starlink kit at starlink.com/activate, choose a service plan, and complete account setup.

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Activating your Starlink service is a straightforward online process that takes about 10 minutes to complete. You'll visit [starlink.com/activate](https://starlink.com/activate), enter the Kit ID printed on your Starlink box, create or sign in to your Starlink account, choose a service plan, and add a payment method. Once you confirm your order, your service is active and ready to use as soon as your hardware is installed.

<Info>
  **Before you start, have the following ready:**

  * **Kit ID** — printed on the outside of your Starlink box (starts with `KIT`)
  * **A valid email address** — used to create or sign in to your Starlink account
  * **A credit or debit card** — required to complete billing setup and confirm your plan
</Info>

## Activation Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to the Starlink activation page">
    Open a web browser and navigate to [starlink.com/activate](https://starlink.com/activate), or launch the **Starlink app** on your iOS or Android device and tap **Activate Kit** from the home screen.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your Kit ID">
    Locate the Kit ID on the label affixed to your Starlink box — it begins with `KIT` followed by a string of numbers and letters. Type or paste it into the **Starlink Identifier** field, then click (or tap) **Continue**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in or create an account">
    If you already have a Starlink account, enter your email address and password to sign in. If you're new to Starlink, select **Create Account**, provide your email address, choose a secure password, and verify your email when prompted.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select a service plan">
    Review the available service plans — **Residential**, **Roam**, and **Business** — and select the one that best fits your needs. Each plan displays its monthly price, data policy, and key features to help you decide.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter billing information and confirm your order">
    Enter your credit or debit card details in the billing form. Review your order summary, including the selected plan and any applicable taxes or fees, then click **Confirm Order** to complete your purchase.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check your confirmation email">
    After your payment is processed, Starlink sends a confirmation email to the address on your account. Your service is now active and visible in your account dashboard, where the dish will appear as **Active**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Activation by Method

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Web Browser">
    1. Navigate to [starlink.com/activate](https://starlink.com/activate) in any modern web browser on your computer, tablet, or phone.
    2. Enter your **Kit ID** from the box and click **Continue**.
    3. Sign in to your existing Starlink account or create a new one using your email address and a password.
    4. Browse the available service plans (**Residential**, **Roam**, **Business**), compare features and pricing, and select the plan that suits your usage.
    5. Fill in your billing details and click **Confirm Order** to finalise activation.
    6. A confirmation email lands in your inbox — your account dashboard now shows the dish as **Active**.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Starlink App">
    1. Download the **Starlink** app from the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com) (iOS) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com) (Android) and open it.
    2. Tap **Activate Kit** on the home screen, then scan or manually enter your **Kit ID** when prompted.
    3. Sign in with your Starlink credentials or follow the prompts to create a new account directly in the app.
    4. Swipe through the plan options, tap the plan you want, and then tap **Select Plan**.
    5. Enter your payment information and tap **Confirm Order** to complete activation.
    6. The app confirms your activation on-screen and sends a confirmation email — your dish now appears as **Active** in the app.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Note>
  Your Starlink service is active immediately after payment, but you won't have internet access until your hardware is fully installed and your dish has a clear view of the sky.
</Note>

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  Set up your dish and router.
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