AT&T Fees, Contracts & Early Termination Explained

AT&T Fiber is one of the few major home internet services with no annual contract on any plan — but “no contract” doesn’t automatically mean “no fees ever.” Here’s what’s actually true about AT&T’s fees, cancellation terms, and early termination policy, based on AT&T’s own published terms.

No Annual Contract on AT&T Fiber

Every current AT&T Fiber plan — Internet 300, 500, 1000, and 5000 — is month-to-month. There’s no annual commitment required to get the advertised pricing, and you can change plans or cancel without being locked into a term.

Cancellation Policy: The 14-Day Window

AT&T’s published cancellation policy applies to its internet services broadly, including Fiber:

• You can cancel for any reason within 14 days of activation without paying an Early Termination Fee (ETF).
• You’re still responsible for any fees and charges incurred up to cancellation, and you must return any leased equipment.
• If you cancel after 14 days and you’re subject to a term commitment, an ETF applies — prorated and reduced for each month the service was active.

Equipment Fees

The standard Wi-Fi gateway is included in AT&T Fiber’s advertised price on every tier — there’s no separate monthly rental fee for it. If you want the upgraded All-Fi Pro package (Wi-Fi 7, an equipment upgrade program, and AT&T ActiveArmor security), that’s a $25/month add-on, except on the Internet 5000 (5 GIG) tier, where All-Fi Pro is included at no extra cost.

Installation

Professional installation is generally part of new AT&T Fiber service when a technician needs to run fiber cable to your home, which is typical for first-time fiber customers. AT&T doesn’t publish a standard installation fee for residential Fiber orders as a fixed, separate line item on its main pricing page — but fees, included services, and any promotional installation waivers can vary by market and offer. Always confirm the exact installation terms for your address when you order. See our self-install guide for when a technician visit is and isn’t required.

AT&T Internet Air: Similar, With a Few Differences

AT&T Internet Air — fixed wireless home internet delivered over the 5G network — follows the same general no-annual-contract, 14-day cancellation policy as Fiber for standard residential service. Its price was unaffected by AT&T’s June 2026 fiber pricing update, sitting at $60/month before discounts. Two differences worth knowing:

• Self-install by default. Internet Air ships as a self-install wireless gateway — no technician visit required.
• Business plans differ. AT&T Internet Air for Business can involve a financed device with its own service-term commitment, which can carry an early termination or cancellation fee of up to $750 if canceled before the term ends. That applies to specific business device financing, not standard residential Internet Air or Fiber plans.

Quick Reference

Verify Independently: FCC Data & Consumer Tools

Contract and fee terms can change, and the details above are based on AT&T’s published policies as of mid-2026. Always confirm current terms directly, and cross-check with independent sources:

• FCC.gov — the federal agency that regulates broadband and telecom providers
• FCC Broadband Facts labels — standardized pricing and fee disclosures each provider must publish for every plan
• FCC Consumer Complaint Center — file or research complaints against any provider

How We Verified This

Fee, contract, and termination details on this page were checked against the provider’s own published materials before publication, and are reviewed when terms change. See how we research internet & TV providers, our editorial standards, and why consumers trust Telemedia Solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there really no annual contract with AT&T Fiber?

Correct. All current AT&T Fiber plans are month-to-month with no annual commitment required for advertised pricing.

Will I be charged an early termination fee if I cancel?

Only if you cancel after 14 days and you’re subject to a specific term commitment, which isn’t standard on current Fiber plans. Most Fiber customers can cancel anytime without an ETF.

Does AT&T charge for the Wi-Fi gateway?

No, the standard gateway is included in the advertised price. Only the optional All-Fi Pro upgrade carries an extra $25/month, unless you’re on the 5 GIG tier, where it’s included.

Is AT&T Internet Air also contract-free?

Yes, for standard residential service. Business plans involving financed equipment can carry different, device-specific terms.

See our full AT&T Fiber plans and pricing breakdown or the AT&T provider page. Splitting a wireless bill with family or roommates? See how AT&T SplitPay works.