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is a French telecommunications company and subsidiary of Iliad S.A. that famously disrupted the French mobile market by introducing ultra-low-cost, no-contract plans. Launched in January 2012, it was France's fourth mobile operator and has since grown to serve approximately 15.7 million subscribers as of late 2025. Market Disruption and History

Free Mobile is recognized for its "sans engagement" (no-contract) approach, allowing users to cancel at any time. Monthly Price Key Features

Its arrival triggered an immediate 45% decrease in market prices between 2011 and 2016. free mobile

Roughly 130 GB of 4G/5G data in France; 30 GB roaming in EU/DOM (prices usually increase after 12 months).

As of mid-2025, Free Mobile's network covers approximately and 95% in 5G . is a French telecommunications company and subsidiary of

SIM cards from kiosks are pre-activated and ready for immediate use. eSIM options are also available for compatible devices.

To combat inflation, Free pledged not to raise the prices of its two historic mobile plans (€2 and €19.99) until at least 2027. Current Mobile Plans (2026) Market Disruption and History Free Mobile is recognized

Free entered with an aggressive pricing model, claiming it would halve mobile costs in France—a promise it largely fulfilled between 2012 and 2015.