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You can add Samsung Care+ when you buy an eligible Galaxy phone, or enroll after purchase if your device and state qualify. Samsung’s U.S. pages describe a standard online enrollment window of 60 days and a separate route extending as late as 365 days for some offers; those later offers may have different pricing and availability. Check the live offer for your specific phone before paying.
Apply for Samsung Care+ when buying your Galaxy
- On Samsung.com: Choose an eligible Galaxy phone, select the Care+ option you want during checkout, and complete the purchase. Samsung says the plan must be selected at the time of purchase for this route. See Samsung’s Care+ overview and purchase instructions.
- At a Samsung Experience Store: Ask about adding Care+ when purchasing the phone. Availability can depend on the device and the store, so confirm before visiting.
Enroll after you have bought the phone
Online at samsungcareplus.com
Check your Galaxy’s eligibility and available plans at samsungcareplus.com. Samsung’s U.S. FAQ says eligible mobile devices can be enrolled online within 60 days. Its main Care+ page also describes a post-purchase route up to one year after purchase, with a separate eligible-pricing period for days 61–365. This is not a guarantee that every plan is available for a full year at the same price: Samsung marks the later Theft and Loss pricing shown on that page as unavailable in New York. Review the exact offer and state-specific terms shown for your phone before enrolling. See the Samsung Care+ FAQ and Care+ overview.
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From your Galaxy phone
- Open Settings > Warranty and care > View details.
- If the phone is eligible, follow the enrollment option shown on its support page. Samsung’s guide explains this warranty and coverage details flow.
Samsung also describes an alternative through the Samsung Members app: search for “Samsung Care+,” tap Check Eligibility, then follow the prompts if your phone qualifies. The exact menus can vary by device and software version. If you do not see the option, check eligibility online instead. Samsung describes this flow in its Samsung Care+ enrollment help.
At a Samsung Experience Store after purchase
Samsung says an Experience Store can sell Care+ within one year of the device purchase. Confirm that the particular store and phone qualify before making the trip.
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Understand the enrollment deadline and eligibility
Samsung’s U.S. materials use two timing descriptions: its FAQ says eligible mobile devices can enroll online within 60 days, while the main support page describes a one-year post-purchase path and separates days 61–365 as a different eligible-pricing period. Treat the later period as a distinct offer, not an extension of the same plan or price. The available plan, price, and enrollment route depend on the live offer for the phone and applicable state terms.
Eligibility is device-specific, not automatic for every Galaxy owner. Samsung’s online and in-device flows check the device before presenting next steps, and its sources do not establish one universal document checklist for every device, seller, and state. Its U.S. FAQ says the mobile products are available in the continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Washington, D.C.; it says customers outside those locations cannot buy those mobile products. Review the FAQ and the terms displayed for your offer for your location.
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- Please note, this device does not support E-SIM; This 4G model is compatible with all GSM networks worldwide outside of the U.S. In the US, ONLY compatible with T-Mobile and their MVNO's (Metro and Standup). It will NOT work with other CDMA carriers, and it is also not compatible with their MVNO (Visible, Xfinity Mobile, US Mobile, Cricket Wireless, etc).
- Compatibility with certain third-party devices and accessibility accessories, including some hearing aids, may vary depending on manufacturer support, Bluetooth protocols, software compatibility, and regional firmware limitations. For additional hearing aid compatibility information, please refer to Samsung’s official support documentation.
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Compare the plan details before paying
Samsung’s U.S. FAQ names Care+ with Theft and Loss, Care+, Care+ Essentials, and a New York-only Theft and Loss option. The plans differ in coverage and billing choices. The FAQ says some options are available as a two-year upfront term or monthly billing for three years, while Care+ Essentials is listed as a two-year upfront option. Costs vary by device, so use the current offer rather than relying on a general price.
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- Billing and term: Confirm whether the offer is upfront or monthly and how long coverage lasts.
- Claim costs: Read the service fee or deductible for the type of claim you might make.
- Timing and price: Confirm your enrollment window and whether an offer after day 60 has different pricing.
- Location and exclusions: Verify state availability and exclusions in the terms for your offer.
Samsung’s marketing summaries are not a substitute for the plan terms. Read the terms attached to the specific option before completing enrollment.
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- TYPE IT IN. TRANSFORM IT FAST: Enhance any shot in seconds on your smartphone by using Photo Assist¹ with Galaxy AI.² Add objects, restore details, or apply new styles by simply typing or tapping
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- YOUR CONTENT, SUPER SMOOTH: The ultra-clear 6.7" FHD+ Super AMOLED display of Galaxy A17 5G helps bring your content to life, whether you're scrolling through recipes or video chatting with loved ones.¹
- LIVE FAST. CHARGE FASTER: Focus more on the moment and less on your battery percentage with Galaxy A17 5G. Super Fast Charging powers up your battery so you can get back to life sooner.²
- MEMORIES MADE PICTURE PERFECT: Capture every angle in stunning clarity, from wide family photos to close-ups of friends, with the triple-lens camera on Galaxy A17 5G.
- NEED MORE STORAGE? WE HAVE YOU COVERED: With an improved 2TB of expandable storage, Galaxy A17 5G makes it easy to keep cherished photos, videos and important files readily accessible whenever you need them.³
- BUILT TO LAST: With an improved IP54 rating, Galaxy A17 5G is even more durable than before.⁴ It’s built to resist splashes and dust and comes with a stronger yet slimmer Gorilla Glass Victus front and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer back.
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