Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by Starlink Services, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the aerospace company SpaceX. It aims to provide global broadband and mobile internet service. SpaceX began launching Starlink satellites in 2019. As of January 2026, the constellation consists of over 9,422 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). SpaceX plans to expand to nearly 12,000 satellites, with a possible extension to 34,400.
Starlink provides high-speed, low-latency internet. The Starlink kits are manufactured in Bastrop, Texas. As of February 2026, Starlink residential plans in the US start at $120 per month, which includes a one-time hardware fee of $599 for the Starlink Kit. There are also RV/roaming plans. Starlink is available in over 60 countries, including North America, Europe, and Australia. Starlink delivers speeds up to 400+ Mbps in most places globally. The company expects to launch and deploy up to 10,000 satellites by February 2026, with Starlink V3 satellites expected to increase the power of a single satellite to around 20kW.
