Starlink imposes $100 “congestion charge” on new users in parts of US
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/09/starlink-imposes-100-congestion-charge-on-new-users-in-parts-of-us/
New Starlink customers have to pay a $100 "congestion charge" in areas where the satellite broadband network has limited capacity.
"In areas with network congestion, there is an additional one-time charge to purchase Starlink Residential services," a Starlink FAQ says. "This fee will only apply if you are purchasing or activating a new service plan. If you change your Service address or Service Plan at a later date, you may be charged the congestion fee."