The Federal Communications Commission has ordered broadband providers to roll out “nutrition-style” labels that spell out the fine print on the prices of their plans and the speeds they really offer. This rule makes it far easier for their customers to quickly know the price, speed, and fees of the service they offer.
“This is a big win for consumers, who need clear and transparent information when making decisions about what internet service makes the most sense for their households. Consumers will finally get information they can use to comparison shop, avoid junk fees, and make informed choices about which high-speed internet service is the best fit for their needs and budget,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
The FCC says these labels are intended to display “clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate information” about a provider’s internet prices, introductory rates, data allowances, and broadband speeds.
Now, the hope is that the FCC will force TV companies to do the same with easy-to-understand labels with all the prices clearly listed. This would mak understanding complicated TV bills full of fees easier.
Some providers, like Google, already have rolled out these labels. Others will need to do so by Wednesday. Providers with 100,000 or fewer subscriber lines have an October 10, 2024 deadline. Google was the first provider to unveil its label.
Here is what Google’s broadband label looks like:
Image credit: Google
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