More than 75% of adults share their wireless plans with at least one other person. 1 And while it’s nice to share a plan with the people you love, splitting the bill can be tough. It takes work to calculate how much each person owes and can feel awkward to remind others to pay you back.
This is an easier way to split your Project Fi group plan bill. It’s called “group repay,” and it’s here to make sharing your wireless plan easier. Each month, we’ll calculate participating members’ portion of the bill, send out payment reminders, and provide a simple way for members to repay plan owners directly through Project Fi.
Paying your monthly phone bill is an essential part of being a Project Fi customer. While Project Fi aims to provide affordable cell phone service, you still need to pay your bill on time each month to keep your account active.
This article will teach you everything you need to know to settle your Project Fi phone bill. We’ll cover:
- How the Project Fi billing cycle works
- When your monthly statement becomes available
- How your bill gets paid automatically
- How to pay your bill manually
- How to update your payment information
- What to do if you have an outstanding balance
Understanding Your Project Fi Billing Cycle
With Project Fi, your monthly billing cycle is determined by the day you activated your phone service. Here’s how it works:
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You’ll be billed every two days from the day you start using Project Fi.
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For example, if you activated on June 4th, your billing cycle would run from June 4th through July 6th
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If you signed up on the 28th, 29th, 30th, or 31st, your billing cycle will start over on the 2nd of the month.
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So if you activated on June 29th, your billing cycle would be June 29th through July 2nd
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You’ll receive your monthly statement via email 2 days after your billing cycle ends
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The statement is also available right away in the Project Fi app and website, marked as “Preview” until the email goes out.
Understanding your personal billing cycle dates is key to knowing when your bill will be available each month.
Automatic Payment of Your Bill
Project Fi bills are set up for automatic payment – this means you don’t have to manually pay each month. Here’s how it works:
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Your total monthly charges are automatically charged to your primary credit or debit card on file.
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The charge happens 10 days after your billing statement becomes available.
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For example, if your cycle ends on the 6th, your statement is available on the 8th and payment will process on the 18th.
Automatic payment ensures you never miss a payment and your service stays active. Just make sure your payment info is up to date.
How to Pay Your Bill Manually
While autopay is required, you can still make manual payments on your Project Fi account if needed. Here are the steps:
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Go to
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Click on “Subscriptions & Services”.
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Find your Project Fi line and click “Manage”.
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Choose the option to “Pay Early”.
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Enter the amount you want to pay and complete the transaction.
Making early payments can help if you want to prepay your phone bill or need to pay down an outstanding balance.
Updating Your Project Fi Payment Information
Since autopay is required, it’s important to keep your payment info current in your Project Fi account. Here’s how to update it:
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Open the Project Fi app.
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Tap on “Account”.
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Choose “Payment”.
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Select your current credit/debit card.
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Tap “Replace this card” and enter your new details.
You can update your payment info at any time. Always update it before your current card expires to avoid service interruptions.
What to Do if You Have an Outstanding Balance
If you don’t pay your Project Fi bill in full by the due date, an outstanding balance will accrue on your account. Here are some tips for dealing with it:
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Review your statement details – are there charges you want to dispute? Contact Project Fi Support.
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Make a manual payment through your Project Fi account page to pay down the balance.
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Set up a payment plan – Project Fi offers flexible payment plans for large balances.
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Update your autopay method to prevent future outstanding balances.
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Consider switching to a lower cost Project Fi plan if your current plan bills are unaffordable.
Service interruptions can happen if you don’t pay a balance, so if you owe money, pay it right away.
Key Takeaways on Paying Your Project Fi Bill
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Project Fi billing cycles reset either on your activation date + 2 days or the 2nd of the month.
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Statements are available online 2 days after your cycle ends.
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Your bill is automatically paid 10 days after the statement is issued.
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You can pay manually early through your Google Payments account.
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Keep your autopay payment info updated at all times in the Project Fi app.
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Contact Support if you accrue an outstanding balance and need help.
Paying your Project Fi wireless bill doesn’t have to be a hassle if you understand the billing and payment flow. Set payment reminders each month and check your statement for accuracy. Reach out to the Project Fi Support team if you ever have any questions or issues with your bill. They are available 24/7 to help Project Fi customers.
Know what you owe—no math required
You shouldn’t have to use a calculator every month to figure out how much each person pays for their phone bill. There are many different ways to split the bill, but whatever you decide, Project Fi will do the math. Once you’ve selected the option that works best for you, Project Fi will automatically calculate the correct amount.
Easy setup, reminders, and payments
Any Project Fi plan owner or member can set up monthly repayment reminders with group repay. If you’re a plan owner, simply select a repayment amount for each member. When it’s time to pay the bill, Project Fi will send repayment notifications to group plan members.
Thanks to an integration with Google Wallet, sending and receiving payments is just as simple. Plan members can simply tap the notification and hit “Send Money” to complete the request. Owners can even cash out repayments automatically to a debit card or checking account.
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FAQ
What carrier is Project Fi?
Google Fi uses the T-Mobile network. Google Fi is a service for US residents only, as of late 2023.
How do I pay off my Google Fi device?
Pay off your balance at any time or Google Fi website. In the “Home” tab, select Manage plan. In the window that appears, you can check how much you’ve paid and how much you’ve left to pay. To pay your remaining balance, click Pay off device.
How much does Project Fi cost?
In general, Project Fi is cheaper than the other big carriers, and for $80, Bill Protection gives you access to up to 15GB of data without any limits. But should you need unlimited data, you might consider other carriers. Verizon, for example, offers unlimited data for a single line for $75.
How do I pay my Google Fi bill?
The main credit or debit card on your Google Fi account is charged automatically with your bill 10 days after the monthly statement is made available. It’ll be marked “Preview – still finalizing” until you receive the email.
How does Project Fi work?
As a virtual network operator, Project Fi borrows from another carrier’s network to offer mobile connectivity. Google takes a three-pronged approach to ensure reliable coverage across the United States. With a special SIM card, Project Fi uses T-Mobile, Sprint, and U. S. Cellular mobile networks.
How many monthly payments does Google Fi make?
Google Fi lets you pay for your phone over time if your credit check shows that you can. You’ll make 24 monthly payments. Each monthly payment is charged to the credit or debit card on your Google Fi account. You’ll find this charge in the “Standard monthly charges” section of your monthly billing statement.
Is automatic payment mandatory for Google Fi?
Google Fi requires automatic payments. You prepay (charged at the beginning of your billing cycle) a monthly fee for unlimited calls and texts, based on the number of people in your plan. Learn how to update your credit card information.
Is there a tax on the Google Fi device payment?
At Google Fi checkout, you’ll pay taxes on the full price of the device and expedited shipping, if chosen. To be eligible for device financing, a credit check is run during checkout. For the credit check, you’ll be asked to confirm your name, address, and social security number.
