About DIRECTV
DIRECTV is a satellite television provider offering hundreds of channels including premium sports packages, movie channels, and HD/4K content to subscribers across the United States. Now a standalone company after being divested by AT&T, DIRECTV is available through traditional satellite dish installation or via DIRECTV Stream, the cloud-based streaming service.
DIRECTV is particularly valued by sports fans for the NFL Sunday Ticket package (now exclusively on YouTube TV), and its extensive channel lineup that reaches rural areas where cable infrastructure doesn't exist. The DIRECTV Stream service offers a no-contract alternative for those who prefer streaming without a satellite dish.
New DIRECTV subscribers typically receive significant promotional pricing for the first 12 months—often 20–40% off the standard monthly rate. Negotiating at contract renewal often yields similar promotional rates for loyal customers who call to cancel or reduce service.
Quick Savings Tips
- New subscriber promotional pricing typically saves 20–40% for the first 12 months
- Call to cancel or negotiate at contract renewal—retention offers often match new-customer deals
- DIRECTV Stream offers no-contract, no-dish streaming alternative at flexible pricing
- Bundle with internet service if available in your area for potential additional savings
- NFL Sunday Ticket is now on YouTube TV—compare total cost before subscribing to DIRECTV for sports