Free Merges With Free Mobile Starting December 1st

French telecom operator Free announced it will merge with its subsidiary Free Mobile on December 1, 2026. This reorganization affects approximately 15.8 million mobile subscribers and marks the end of Free Mobile as an independent legal entity since its founding in 2007. The merger is being communicated discreetly through notices included in recent mobile bills sent to customers.

For consumers, no action or payment changes are required; existing plans, rates, contract terms, and saved payment methods will remain identical. However, personal data belonging to Free Mobile subscribers—including identity details, billing information, and consumption history—will be automatically transferred from the subsidiary to the parent company. This transition ensures service continuity while aligning both operations under a single legal structure.