Free

Free SAS is a prominent French telecommunications company and a subsidiary of Iliad SA. It specializes in voice, video, data, and Internet services, primarily serving consumers in France and extending its ISP services to 30 OECD countries. Headquartered in Paris, Free is the second-largest ISP in France and is known for pioneering the "triple play" service through its Freebox set-top box, which combines high-speed Internet, telephone, and digital television. The company offers a range of services, including high-speed ADSL and fiber-optic Internet, VoIP telephony, and IPTV packages. Freebox devices come with various features, including IPv6 support and options for upgrades after three years of subscription. Additionally, Free Mobile, launched in 2012, operates its own 3G and 4G networks, providing voice and data services as France's fourth mobile operator. Free has a history of disrupting the market with innovative pricing and service models, contributing significantly to the growth of broadband in France.