Affordable Internet Programs
Canopy (powered by DigitalC)
216.777.3859
digitalc.org/canopy
The City of Cleveland's affordable broadband partner, this is a high-speed internet program that provides a minimum of 100 Mbps symmetrical speeds for $18/month.
Access by AT&T
att.com/internet/access/
Internet program that provides up to 100 Mbps internet for $30/month to eligible households.
Connect2Compete
cox.com/c2c
Internet program for families with children in K-12 that provides up to 100/5 Mbps internet for $9.95 per month to eligible households in select areas.
PCs for People
877.450.8585
pcsforpeople.org/fixed-wireless-internet/
High-speed internet starting at $15 per month for eligible households in select areas. Check for availability in your area.
Spectrum Internet Assist
spectrum.com/internet/spectrum-internet-assist
Internet program that provides up to 30 Mbps internet for $25 per month to eligible households.
Device Access/Resources
PCs for People
3126 St. Clair Ave. NE, Cleveland, OH
pcsforpeople.org
A store that offers hotspots and refurbished laptops and desktop computers with updated software at a low cost. They also offer affordable mobile Hotspots and computer repair solutions.
Free Computer Lab Access
City of Cleveland Computer Labs
Cleveland residents have access to a computer lab at these Recreation Centers:
| Location | Address |
|---|---|
| Collinwood | 16300 Lakeshore Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44110 |
| Earl B Turner | 11300 Miles Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105 |
| Fairfax | 2335 E 82nd St, Cleveland, OH 44104 |
| Glenville | 680 E 113th St, Cleveland, OH 44108 |
| Hamilton | 13200 Kinsman Rd, Cleveland, OH 44120 |
| Thurgood Marshall | 8611 Hough Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106 |
| Zelma George | 3155 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Cleveland, OH 44104 |
| Michael Zone | 6301 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 |
| Stella Walsh* | 7345 Broadway Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105 |
| Cudell* | 1910 West Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44102 |
| Kovacic* | 6250 St Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103 |
| Frederick Douglass* | 15401 Miles Ave, Cleveland, OH 44128 |
| Estabrook* | 4125 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44144 |
| *Gaming Sites | |
Other Community Computer Labs
The following locations have public computer access. Please call ahead to confirm open hours. Some locations may require computer reservation.
| Name | Location | Phone Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Public Library | All Locations | See locations | M–F: 10a–6p |
| Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority | Select locations (Open to CMHA residents only) | 216.478.9993 | Hours vary |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | All Locations | See locations | M–TH: 9a–9p FRI/SAT: 9a–5:30p SUN: 1–5p |
| Esperanza AT&T Connected Learning Center | 216.651.7178, Ext. 6016 | M-TH: 8:30-5:30pm Fri: 8:30-3:30pm | |
| Fairfax Neighborhood Technology Center | 8111 Quincy Ave. Cleveland, OH 44104 | 216.361.8400 | Hours vary |
| Fatima Family Center Community Computer Lab | 6600 Lexington Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103 | 216.391.0505 | Call to make an appointment |
| University Settlement: The Access Center | 4800 Broadway Ave., Cleveland, OH 44127 | 216.456.0914 | Currently open on a limited basis |
Computer Classes
Ashbury Senior Computer Community Center
11011 Ashbury Road, Cleveland, OH
9926 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH
216.421.2305
asc3.org
Community center established to provide empowering technology education to mature and older adults.
Format: In-person
Cleveland Digital Learn
cleveland.digitallearn.org
Website offering 20+ free video courses in English and Spanish designed to build your computer skills and confidence. Courses include computer basics through online job search skills, as well as online safety.
Format: Online
Cleveland Public Library
cpl.org/eventsclasses/computerclassesassistance
Free classes on a variety of computer-related topics at the main branch’s TechCentral as well as local neighborhood branches.
Format: In-person
CMHA
216.478.9993
https://www.cmha.net/services/technology.php
Free digital skills training is available only to CMHA residents at several properties. Contact CMHA for more information.
Format: In-person
Cuyahoga County Public Library
https://cuyahogalibrary.org/classes-events/computer-classes
Free classes on a variety of topics in-person at select branches as well as virtually.
Format: In-person
Esperanza AT&T Connected Learning Center
216.651.7178, Ext. 6016
esperanzainc.org
From basic to advanced digital skills training available with some provided in Spanish.
Format: In-person
GCF Global
edu.gcfglobal.org/
Website that offers information through videos and articles. Courses cover basic and advanced technical skills, and extend beyond digital skills as well.
Format: Online
Khan Academy
khanacademy.org/computing
Website that offers training in more advanced skills in coding and computing through online tutorials. Courses include JavaScript, HTML/CSS and SQL.
Format: Online
Northstar Digital Literacy
digitalliteracyassessment.org
Website offering free video courses and assessments to test your digital literacy skills. Courses cover essential computer and software skills.
Format: Online; In-person (with proctored assistance)
Olivet Housing & CDC
216.862.7350
olivetcdc.org
OHCDC’s digital skills and workforce development programs provide education and job skills training opportunities for residents of the immediate and neighboring communities.
Format: In-person
Thea Bowman Center
216.491.0699
theabowmancenter.org
11901 Oakfield Ave., Cleveland, OH
TBC’s Computer Literacy Program provides classes in basic computer skills, internet use, email, online safety, Windows 11, and telehealth. Advanced classes cover Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Format: In-person
Tech Support
Digital Navigators Hotline
216.307.6990
Hotline for questions about devices, internet access & computer classes. Digital navigators from community organizations connect callers with the resources they need.