In a move that could reshape satellite broadband, SpaceX is preparing to introduce Starlink Community—a service model enabling several users to share a single Starlink terminal while maintaining separate accounts.
Although not formally launched, information on the program has emerged through support pages for resellers and enterprise clients. According to those documents, the shared model is designed to lower monthly costs and improve access in places with limited digital infrastructure.
A webpage placeholder lists the service at $60 per month, notably cheaper than the current individual plans. The model appears ideal for shared residences, such as multi-family homes or village communities.
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The new setup will allow users to link their routers to a communal dish using a network switch. While SpaceX hasn’t revealed the number of users supported per dish, the promise of affordability has already caught attention in tech and telecom circles.
A second option, known as Community Hotspot, may allow temporary internet access for single devices. However, full specifications are still unavailable.
The project’s existence was first spotted by Canadian academic Jianping Pan, who has studied satellite networking extensively. He noted that early adopters may be located in emerging markets, where Starlink has already experimented with reduced rates.
In May, some international resellers received early notices, suggesting SpaceX will rely on local partners to manage installations and onboard new users. A support document encourages resellers to assist communities while earning per-subscriber commissions.
